Hiroshima Hates the U.S.?

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Growing up in Hiroshima, I must say that I’ve hardly met anyone who hates Americans. I personally think there are 2 possible reasons why.

1. Because they are aware that Japan is responsible for the start of World War II
2. Because they don’t hate any country, but want peace
Hiroshima citizens are aware of the political situation at the time of the a-bomb, and they are also aware of the crimes and wrongdoings of Japan.

And because we believe that in order to prevent the tragic incident of the A-bombing from ever being repeated, it is important to convey to the world the importance of peace, not hatred. If you disagree that’s completely understandable, so please let me know your opinion in the comments.

*The content is based on personal studies and experience
There is no intention of denying other theories and cultural aspects

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The video that I reacted to:

Growing up in Hiroshima myself, I must say that I’ve hardly met anyone who hates Americans either.
I personally think there are 2 possible reasons why.

1. Because they are aware that Japan is responsible for the start of World War II
2. Because they don’t hate any country, but want peace
Hiroshima citizens are aware of the political situation at the time of the a-bomb, and they are also aware of the crimes and wrongdoings of Japan.

And because we believe that in order to prevent the tragic incident of the A-bombing from ever being repeated, it is important to convey to the world the importance of peace, not hatred.

If you disagree that’s completely understandable, so please let me know your opinion in the comments.

*The content is based on personal studies and experience
There is no intention of denying other theories and cultural aspects

[horrorandexploration]

This type of thing gives me faith in humanity

[chihirosen]

That's how you end animosity. You let the hatred end with you.

[hunkyfunkychunkymunkey]

“Forgive your enemies but don’t forget their names” - JFK

[NPC.]

Hiroshima's citizens really brought "i have no enemy"quotes to the next level

[arep]

Malaysia used to be ruled by japan for a while back then. They were so cruel to our great grandparents that hearing those stories made you horrified. But as time moves on, the younger generations forgot about all these things and it became a thing of the past now. So there's really no need to be hating on each others now. Not that the people who did all those bad things are still alive now

[artemiswillhelm]

Peace can never flow from hatred. Very profound words.

[a_literal_brick]

When I was in Japan, I had two incidents where very kind old folks who were definitely alive when the bombs dropped went out of their way to approach my friends and I to help us out. I knew that younger generations were generally nice to foreigners, but it was amazing to receive kindness from people who were alive when it all went down between our two countries. The human spirit is an amazing thing.

[tokyorosa]

Hiroshima is a beautiful place. May peace flow from there.

[yashprakash]

Bro's here giving Oppenheimer spoilers.💀

[Kaylinblackburn]

Hiroshima was one of my husband's and I's favorite places to visit while we were in Japan. The people were some of the friendliest and welcoming, and seeing what city grew from the devastation was an amazing thing to witness, we look forward to our 2nd visit to Japan in January with our new little one, especially Hiroshima as it is a must visit for us even a second time ❤

[ImJelow]

As a singaporean I can’t forgive what they did to my predecessors however I do respect that the newer generation are promoting more peace in the world

[edpietila]

When I was in Hiroshima in 1990 with my 2 daughters and we were entering the museum there an older man shoved my 14 year old daughter out of the way as she was going through the entrance door. That was the only negative experience we had there. I attribute it to the fact that the man was old enough that he probably survived the bombing and wasn’t at peace with his feelings. We accepted his actions and continued on.

[kuramafan]

The problem with many people today is that everybody loves to hold a grudge. If people can't learn to forgive each other, then there will never truly be peace

[Kevin]

If anyone is planning a trip to Japan, please don't skip Hiroshima. That day for me was life changing. The peace park and museums, well - I'm not ashamed to say I completely lost it. When I was able to look up, a middle aged Japanese man just smiled at me in gentle appreciation. And as emotional and gut wrenching as that morning was, it was also a super fun evening, as we went for Okonomiyaki at a four story building with only Okonomiyaki food places, and saw great jazz at the Comein.

[starman]

You’re so nice. I couldn’t agree more. Peace over all ✌️☮️

[Jr_North]

So basically...
The people.of hiroshima are educated and this allows them to have a reasonable position on the subject, instead of blind hatred.

Sounds about right.

[enviousgaming]

not entirely related but in 2016 my family and i went to japan for ten days and one of the days we went to Hiroshima (also ran into one of my high school friends just by sheer chance that day) and after the museum and buildings i lstened to one of the many stories of the survivors on those little booth things and just started to cry
an older japanese couple and a young japanese man came right up to me with tears in their eyes and comforted me.
it was so touching and cool to be able to feel the raw emotions together with absolute strangers like that. especially with strangers who i assume hardly spoke english while i hardly spoke any japanese

[SinTeller]

I went to Hiroshima recently and the kids were so sweet. They would wave at us and say "hello!"
One kid even gave my classmate a paper crane at the peace museum. I hope we can protect the world and innocent children.

[hannahcrossett]

This is such a blessing. even as a descendant of someone who helped with the Manhattan Project, I love Japan and it has blessed me all through my childhood.