Hamamatsu-Yuto observatory
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Hamamatsu-Yuto observatory takes its name from Yuto, a former town that merged into the city of Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, in 2005.
About Hamamatsu-Yuto observatory
Detailed public information about the observatory itself is limited, but its name preserves the identity of Yuto, an area that became part of present-day Hamamatsu in 2005.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits within present-day Hamamatsu, on Japan's Shizuoka coast in the Chubu region.
Visiting Hamamatsu-Yuto observatory
Because published details are limited, it's best to check locally in Hamamatsu or search current listings before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
Wherever you are, a named star's coordinates can be shared with any observatory's staff 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 Google Maps for current times before you travel.
