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Workshops in Hiroshima and Nagasaki Use Minecraft to Teach Cityscapes Pre-Bombing

Workshops in Hiroshima and Nagasaki Use Minecraft to Teach Cityscapes Pre-Bombing

18 Ağustos 2026Japan Times
  • Misaki Katayama, a graduate student from the University of Tokyo, has been conducting workshops in Hiroshima and Nagasaki that utilize Minecraft to teach participants about the cities' landscapes before the atomic bombings. These two-day workshops aim to foster understanding and awareness of the historical context s…
  • Since their inception in 2023, they have attracted attention for their innovative approach to peace education.
  • Hiroshima and Nagasaki are significant sites in world history due to the atomic bombings during World War II. The aftermath of these events has led to ongoing discussions about peace, war, and the impact of nuclear weapons.
  • The use of a popular video game like Minecraft in educational settings represents a novel method to engage younger audiences in serious historical discussions. By recreating the cities prior to the bombings, Katayama's workshops not only serve as a tool for remembrance but also encourage critical thinking about the…
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