Hamamatsu City Observatory
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Hamamatsu City Observatory has served the public in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, since 1982, giving local residents and visitors a place to look through a telescope.
About Hamamatsu City Observatory
Founded in 1982, Hamamatsu City Observatory is a municipal facility in Hamamatsu, on Japan's Shizuoka coast, run by the city as a public resource for astronomy education and stargazing.
Location & getting there
The observatory is located in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, in the Chubu region of central Japan.
Visiting Hamamatsu City Observatory
As a municipal facility open to the public, Hamamatsu City Observatory welcomes visitors for stargazing sessions. Opening hours and programmes can change, so it's worth checking the observatory's official website or contacting the city before you go.
See your named star from here
After you name a star, its exact coordinates can be handed to staff at a public observatory like this one so a telescope can be pointed its way. Browse the catalogue to see stars already named.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.