Future without nuclear weapons

In August 1945, the two Japanese cities were destroyed by atomic bombs – hundreds of thousands of people died immediately or from the long-term effects. The horrors of those days serve as a reminder to this day: such a catastrophe must never be repeated.


The eyewitness accounts of the hibakusha – the survivors – make the incomprehensible tangible and illustrate the destructive effects of nuclear weapons. Many of them have dedicated their lives to educating people about and working for a nuclear-free world, leading international dialogues, and raising awareness of peace and disarmament, especially among young people.



DURATION

• October 13–19, open from 6:00–8:30 p.m.
  

Program (selection, subject to change):

• October 13 Opening and discussion with Masanori Shinagawa (Hiroshima)
  
• October 14: Masanori Shinagawa (Hiroshima), Masayoshi Miura (Hiroshima), and Yuki Kanawa (Hiroshima) in conversation with members of the Soka Gakkai youth section in Germany
  
• October 15: Cultural evening honoring the lifelong commitment of the Hibakusha
  
• October 17: Recording of Hiroshima TV with Emiko Yamanaka (Hiroshima) and a video interview with Kazumi Kuwahara (Hiroshima)
  
• October 18: Tatsuharu and Haruko Gunji (Nagasaki) read accounts of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki – with discussion
  
• October 19: Closing event