Myth of Tomorrow
After being lost for decades, this striking mural depicting the atomic bomb covers the wall of a busy Tokyo metro station.

๐Ÿ“œ A striking mural by Japanese artist Tarล Okamoto depicting the tragic explosion of an atomic bomb. ๐Ÿ” Found after decades, restored, and permanently displayed in Tokyo's Shibuya Station since 2008. Considered a 'Guernica for the atomic age'.# Why Go๐ŸŽจ Witness a powerful and historically significant artwork. ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Explore a masterpiece with a captivating story of being lost and restored. ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Learn about Japanese art history and post-war themes. ๐Ÿ“ Easily accessible public art within a major Tokyo metro station. ๐Ÿ†“ View without any entrance fees.# Why Avoid๐Ÿšถ May be very crowded due to station location ๐Ÿšซ No specific signs for the mural's location# Tips๐Ÿšถ Located on the second floor of Shibuya Station, in an elevated walkway connecting JR and Keio platforms. ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ The mural is marked on Google Maps, as the station lacks specific signs. ๐Ÿ‘€ Best viewed from the windows on the opposite side of the walkway.# Cost๐Ÿ’ฐ Free to view, accessible without paying train fares.# Hours๐Ÿ•’ Accessible during Shibuya Station operating hours.

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