Nagasaki Peace Park

The Peace Statue is the center point of a sculpture park in Nagasaki. The artwork was placed here on the tenth anniversary of the atomic bomb blast that devastated the city in 1945.

The bronze statue stands 10 meters high and was created by Seibo Kitamura. A nearby plaque explains that the right hand points skyward to remind viewers of the threat of atomic weapons, while the left hand is stretched out to symbolize world peace.

It further explains that, “Divine omnipotence and love are embodied in the sturdy physique and gentle countenance of the statue, and a prayer for the repose of the souls of all war victims is expressed in the closed eyes. Furthermore, the folded right leg symbolizes quiet meditation, while the left leg is poised for action in assisting
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