Eighty years after the atomic bombing, Hiroshima remains a global symbol of peace, with memorials, ceremonies, and a deep-rooted pacifist ethos. However, as regional tensions rise and memories of the bombing fade, Japan faces a growing divide between those who uphold pacifism and those who argue for rearmament in the face of nuclear-armed neighbors. Survivors of the bombing, now elderly, continue to share their stories and advocate for nuclear disarmament, but younger generations increasingly question whether pacifism alone can ensure Japan's security. The expansion of Japan's military, the resurgence of nationalist sentiment, and unresolved historical grievances complicate Hiroshima's legacy as a city of peace, raising concerns that its pacifist ideals may become isolated or forgotten.