Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the Making of Japanese Postwar Architecture

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, designed by Kenzō Tange, stands as a symbol of Japan's complex postwar identity. This study reveals that the park was not merely an architectural achievement but a catalyst for debates on internationalism and emerging Japanese nationalism among architects and critics. It catalyzed the development of a distinct 'non-Western' modern architecture in Japan, reflecting the nation's contested history and its transition in the global landscape post-World War II.

Cho, H. (2012). Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the Making of Japanese Postwar Architecture. Journal of Architectural Education, 66(1), 72–83. https://doi.org/10.1080/10464883.2012.720915