LOS ALAMOS
JAPAN
INSTITUTE

Communication across atomic culture

in Los Alamos, Hiroshima, Nagasaki,

 Kyoto and beyond.

dialogue • discovery

Los Alamos, Hiroshima, and Nagasaki are places of conscience forever connected by the world's first atomic bombs used in WWII.

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75 years after the war deeply held cultural beliefs preserve prideful and painful histories that remain divisive and relevant today.

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Los Alamos-Japan Institute values many voices and illuminates lived experiences that make up our collective atomic legacy.

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Non-Profit fiscal partnership

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global citizens

Through art, science, history, and culture the Los Alamos-Japan Institute promotes cultural exchange, community leadership, and interactive programs for teens and adults.

LAJI partners with a global network of educators, scientists, survivors, artists, policymakers, and students to promote relevant dialogue across history and culture.

scientists • survivors

Truman's Legacy

My grandfather took sole responsibility for the atomic bombings of Japan, neither making excuses nor denying the devastation. In 1947, when criticized for placing a wreath at the tomb of six Mexican army cadets who had died fighting against the US 100 years earlier, he said: "They had courage and courage does not belong to any one nation. You honor courage wherever you find it." We rejoice in the lives saved in World War II while acknowledging and honoring the suffering of the people of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.


~Clifton Truman Daniel

Grandson, President Harry Truman

Honorary Chairman Truman Library Institute

 Los Alamos-Japan Institute Advisory Board


artists • educators

peace bridge

Dr. Judith Stauber attended the 2017 memorial ceremonies in Hiroshima and Nagasaki and delivered proclamations on behalf of Los Alamos County to honor the historic friendship between Los Alamos, Hiroshima, and Nagasaki made possible by the visionary Japan project she established while serving as Los Alamos History Museum Director, 2011-2018.

reflections of Los alamos

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

The name Los Alamos is unknown in Japan, but I have heard it every now and then. As I was raised in Hiroshima, Los Alamos instantly reminded me of the bombing of Hiroshima on August, 6, 1945. I first hesitated to visit but the warm personality of Judith Stauber helped me make the decision to actually visit. I cannot forget the warm welcome by Judith and the people in the Los Alamos community. To my surprise, the beautiful blue sky and clear air made me feel refreshed and even familiar. At the same time, after seeing exhibits and talking with people in Los Alamos—I reaffirmed the tremendous impact from science on humanity and the importance of faithfully facing history.    


~Kenji Shiga, Former Director

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

September 2017

Los Alamos-Japan Institute Founder-Director

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Dr. Judith Stauber

Judith works to bridge communication between places of conscience that share history but little mutual understanding. An advocate for bearing witness to history so that it is never repeated, Stauber negotiated and delivered proclamations of understanding to the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki on behalf of Los Alamos County in 2017 as Los Alamos History Museum Director, 2011-2018. Judith’s expertise in intercultural communication supports the cultural heritage tours she has guided around the world to places that include Cuba, Israel, and Japan. Comfortable with complexity, Judith facilitates change and advancement with museums, universities, and community groups—she invites you to bring your voice to our multi-faceted atomic legacy.

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