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World Friendship Center was founded on August 6th, 1965 (exactly 20 years after the Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima), by Barbara Reynolds, to provide a place where people from many nations can meet, share their experiences and reflect on peace. A group of dedicated volunteers have continued Barbara's vision of serving the Hiroshima community and guests to the city in a variety of ways to include:

A-Bomb survivor (Hibakusha) stories. Survivors volunteer their experience of August 6, 1945 and share their life experiences and visions for peace. (Activities tab)

Peace Park Guided Tours. Your Japanese Guide will provide a personal tour in English, for 1 or more visitors. (Activities tab)
Overnight Guesthouse accommodations including Breakfast with other guests. (Accommodations tab)

Directions. View and Print a pdf Map showing the location of the WFC (Directions tab)

Membership. World Friendship Center is not only a "home away from home" for travelers to Hiroshima, it is a place where local Hiroshima residents volunteer their hospitality of peace in a variety of activities. If you are not planning a visit to Hiroshima but are interested in our efforts to reach out to peaceful people of all faiths we invite you to browse through our website and view the variety of volunteer activities supporting the Hiroshima community. (Membership tab)

Yu-Ai (Friendship) Newsletter. ( WFC volunteers and students) compile a quarterly newsletter on activities and programs of the WFC, as well as Peace and Cultural Issues. (Newsletter Tab)

Conversational English classes. English Conversational Classes led by native English speaking Directors. Classes range from informal conversation and everyday topics to discussions of International affairs including peace, environment, and social justice. (Activities tab)

History. Learn more about the evolution of WFC through the years. (History tab)

For additional information or to make a Guesthouse Reservation, please contact us at worldfriendshipcenter@gmail.com

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