Hoshi no Mura Observatory
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Hoshi no Mura Observatory is a public astronomy facility in Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, opened in 1991.
About Hoshi no Mura Observatory
Located in the Takine area of Tamura City, the observatory offers night-time star observation sessions and planetarium shows to the public, alongside fossil and mineral excavation experiences for visitors interested in earth sciences as well as astronomy.
History
Hoshi no Mura Observatory opened in 1991 as a public facility for the Tamura City community.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits in the Takine district of Tamura City, in Fukushima Prefecture on Japan's main island of Honshu.
Visiting Hoshi no Mura Observatory
The observatory runs public star-gazing sessions and planetarium shows; specific opening hours are not documented online, so it's best to call ahead or check with Tamura City's local information office before visiting.
See your named star from here
Hoshi no Mura already welcomes visitors to look up at the night sky, making it a fitting place to search for a star named through Star Register. Browse the star catalogue for its exact coordinates before your visit.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.