Visiting Hiroshima with kids: Should families tour the A-bomb sites? Melissa shares honest advice on navigating Japan with kids, including age-appropriate preparation strategies and what to expect at the Peace Memorial Museum. Learn which books helped her family prepare, how her 8 and 10-year-old handled the experience, and practical tips for making the right choices for your children.

In this episode:

• Best books to prepare kids for visiting Hiroshima
• What to see at Peace Memorial Park (outdoor memorials vs. museum)
• How to handle the intense Peace Memorial Museum with different ages
• Real experience: How an 8-year-old and 10-year-old navigated the sites
• Alternative options for younger children
• Practical admission and planning tips
  
  

00:00 Introduction to Family Travel Unpacked

00:14 Discussing Hiroshima with Kids

00:55 Preparing for the Visit

01:24 Exploring Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

02:08 Navigating the Peace Memorial Museum

04:01 Practical Tips and Final Thoughts

04:52 Conclusion and Additional Resources

Japan travel planning resources for families

• Visiting the A-Bomb Sites in Hiroshima with Kids
• 10 Japan Cultural Activities & Attractions For Your Bucket List
• How to Choose a Family-Friendly Ryokan in Japan
• Essential Japan Itinerary: 10 Days of Family-Friendly Travel
• Best Things to do in Japan With Kids: A Kid’s Take
• 9 Tips for Japan Travel You Can’t Afford To Miss
• Things to do in Tokyo With Kids: Itinerary for 4 Days of Old and New
• The Best Hotels in Tokyo for Families (and How to Choose Yours)
• Visiting Kyoto With Kids: 2+ Day Itinerary + Must-Read Travel Tips
• Best Family Hotels in Kyoto
• What to Pack for Japan in Spring (and What to Leave at Home)

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