Furukawa observatory
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Furukawa Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Hida, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, located at 38°35'44.78"N, 140°53'20.57"E.
About Furukawa Observatory
The observatory is registered with the Minor Planet Center under observatory code 863, indicating it reports astronomical position observations to international databases.
Location & getting there
Furukawa Observatory is located in Hida, part of Japan's Asia region. No further public access information is currently available.
Visiting Furukawa Observatory
No verified opening hours or tour details are available for this observatory. Check locally or online for the latest visiting information before travelling.
See your named star from here
Observatories like Furukawa, which track precise sky coordinates, show how a named star's right ascension and declination can be used to find it in the night sky. Name a star or browse the catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.