Learning from the Case of Costa Rica: A Film on Resolving Conflicts through Diplomacy, Not Force - How to Create a Proactive Peaceful Nation

"In recent times, there has been a growing discourse in society that force is necessary against "threats." Now is the time to learn from the case of Costa Rica, which has faced neighboring countries and powerful nations without using force. In 1948, Costa Rica abolished its military and chose to allocate its military budget to social welfare, maximizing the happiness of its citizens. This documentary delves into the miracle of Costa Rica.

Map & Location

Detailed Information

Date & Time

7/24(Thu) 19:00～21:00

Note

Reception starts at 18:30 *The movie is a 90-minute screening

Venue

Social Book Cafe Hachidori

Address

2-43-201 Dobashi-cho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture

Fee

1,500 yen + 1 drink

Access (Public)

4 minutes on foot from Hiroshima Electric Railway Dobashi Station / 7 minutes on foot from Hiroshima Electric Railway Honkawacho Station

Contact

082-576-4368 （Social Book Cafe Hachidori）

URL

https://hachidorisha.com/event/250724/