Paper Lanterns: Creating a Lasting Peace From War
Hosted by the Japantown Cultural District and the Japanese American Religious Federation.
Follow atomic bomb survivor Shigeaki Mori’s tenacious quest to locate the living descendants of American POWs who perished in the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. This powerful film reveals how empathy and intercultural healing can bridge the deepest divides of war to build lasting peace.
What to expect: Full film cinema screening, accompanied by insightful discussion by Documentary Film Producer Nobuko Saito Cleary.
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Doors Open: 11:00 AM
Screening/Showtimes: 11:30 AM - 1 PM, and 2:30 PM - 4 PM
Location: New People Cinema, 1746 Post Street, San Francisco CA 94115
Content warning: These are animated scenes of the atomic bombing that may be disturbing to children. Recommended for high school students and older.
*Admission: Grab your ticket while limited tickets and packages are available!
$20 General/Community Admission Ticket
$25 Ticket & Snack Set (one Pocari + Jakaruko)
$15 Senior (above 65 years old) or Student Ticket (high school and older) with valid ID.
*Drop-ins are always welcome while slots are still open!