Kawane observatory

Kawane observatory is located in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, and appears here as part of Star Register’s directory of observatory sites across Asia.

About Kawane observatory

Public information about this observatory’s history, instruments, and operators is limited. We list it here as a known site in the area so stargazers can find it, and will expand this page as verified details become available.

Location & getting there

The observatory is located in Shizuoka Prefecture, on Japan’s central Pacific coast. Use the map on this page for directions and coordinates.

Visiting Kawane observatory

Because detailed visiting information isn’t publicly documented for this site, check local Shizuoka tourism resources or regional astronomy groups for the latest access details before planning a trip.

See your named star from here

If you’ve named a star with Star Register, you can use its coordinates to find it from the Shizuoka area, or browse our star catalogue to see what’s visible tonight.