Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp: Learning to Prevent Past Mistakes

To prevent repeating past mistakes, "learning" is what we can do now. Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum｜Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp — To prevent repeating past mistakes, "learning" is what we can do now — Located in southern Poland, Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp is accessible as a day trip from Krakow. This time, I joined a guided tour led by Mr. Tsuyoshi Nakatani, a Japanese guide at the site. This facility quietly yet firmly preserves the memories and history of the countless lives lost during the Holocaust. 🗣【Japanese Guide: Tsuyoshi Nakatani】 ・He provides detailed explanations of the global situation and social background of the time, helping us understand why such a tragedy occurred. ・Beyond surface-level history, his tour encourages deep reflection on what we should learn as human beings. ・The tour highlights many aspects that might be overlooked without a guide, making it an incredibly valuable experience. 📍【Basic Information】 Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum 🕰 Opening hours vary by season (advance reservations required) 🎧 For those seeking a Japanese guide, Mr. Nakatani's tour is highly recommended (reservation required) ※ You can join via the official website or through tour companies. 🎒【Visiting Tips】 ・Tours from Krakow are convenient (about 1.5 hours by bus) ・Admission is free, but booking a guided tour is highly recommended ・Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water, as the tour involves extensive walking ・Photography is allowed (except in certain restricted areas) 📝【Reflections】 ・"Learning" is a responsibility for the future ・In Europe, students are the largest group of visitors, as this is considered an essential part of education to prevent repeating mistakes ・It’s important to learn without becoming overly emotional, yet without turning away from the truth ・The significance of "standing and experiencing it yourself" rather than observing from afar Birkenau