Go-Chome and Kobe-Suma observatory
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
Named for the Go-Chome and Kobe-Suma districts on Japan's Pacific coast, this observatory sits in the Kobe area, near the city's well-known Suma coastline.
About Go-Chome and Kobe-Suma observatory
Detailed public information on this observatory's operator, instruments, and history is not currently available in accessible sources. Its name points to the Suma district of Kobe, an area more widely known for its beach and coastal parkland than for astronomy.
Location & getting there
The observatory is located in Japan, in the Asia region, in the Kobe area near Suma on the country's Pacific coast. Kobe is well connected by rail from Osaka and the wider Kansai region.
Visiting Go-Chome and Kobe-Suma observatory
No confirmed visiting hours or public programme are documented for this site. If you're planning a visit, check current local listings or contact Kobe's tourism information services for up-to-date details.
See your named star from here
Wherever you observe from along Japan's coast, a named star's coordinates make it findable. If you've named a star with Star Register, the certificate gives its exact position for any telescope to locate. Browse the star catalogue to find yours.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
