Aug. 6, 2025, marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima—a pivotal and tragic moment in world history that continues to echo across generations.
On Aug. 6, 1945, at 8:15 a.m., the city of Hiroshima was devastated by the first-ever use of an atomic bomb in warfare. By the end of that year, more than 140,000 people had perished, and the event left an enduring scar on the global conscience.
To honor this solemn anniversary, cultural and community leaders, government officials and peace advocates will gather on Monday, Aug. 5, at 12:30 p.m. at the Torii at Mōʻiliʻili Triangle Park in Honolulu, Oʻahu…