Reviving constitutional pacifism in Hiroshima

Hiroshima's pacifist mission, rooted in its post-war constitution and the Genbaku Dome's legacy, faced a shift under Mayor Araki, who replaced 'renunciation of war' with 'lasting peace,' aligning more closely with Japan's evolving military stance. Despite efforts by new anti-nuclear groups like Peace Link and Article 9 Society Hiroshima, along with progressive mayors, the city failed to achieve a significant change in its pacifist trajectory. The study traces this paradox, highlighting the tension between local activism and national policy, while underscoring the enduring but contested role of constitutional pacifism in Hiroshima's identity.

Yuasa, M. (2023). Reviving constitutional pacifism in Hiroshima. Challenging Nuclear Pacifism in Japan, 169–180. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003088172-11