Landscape design in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park: Transition of the design by Kenzo Tange

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park's landscape design, shaped by Kenzo Tange, employs a striking contrast between its southern and northern sections to both honor atomic bomb victims and symbolize peace. The study analyzed Tange's proposals from 1949–1955 and 1970–1973, revealing his evolving treatment of the park's north-south axis as a central element in its hourglass-like layout. This design choice underscores the park's dual purpose: commemorating tragedy while fostering global peace.

Maki, R., & Niihata, T. (2020). Landscape design in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park: Transition of the design by Kenzo Tange. Japan Architectural Review, 3(2), 193–204. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/2475-8876.12136