Kiyosato observatory

Kiyosato Observatory is located in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, a region known among visitors for its clear mountain skies and public stargazing facilities.

About Kiyosato Observatory

The site includes planetarium facilities alongside its observing equipment, drawing local and visiting stargazers to the area.

Location & getting there

Kiyosato sits in Hokuto, Yamanashi Prefecture, in central Japan's mountainous interior, an area popular for its relatively dark skies compared to nearby cities.

Visiting Kiyosato Observatory

Opening hours can vary by season, so check locally or with the observatory before planning a visit rather than relying on any single published schedule.

See your named star from here

If you've named a star with Star Register, its coordinates can be located from a planetarium-equipped site like Kiyosato with the right guidance. Browse the star catalogue to find your star before you go.