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Obihiro City Children's Hall

Japan · Asia
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Obihiro City Children's Hall

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About this observatory

Obihiro City Children's Hall is a public museum and educational facility in Obihiro, on the island of Hokkaido, Japan, listed here as one of the region's astronomy-related sites.

About Obihiro City Children's Hall

The hall operates as a children's educational museum for the city of Obihiro. Public information about any observatory facilities specifically is limited, so anyone planning a visit with stargazing in mind should confirm current offerings directly with the hall.

Location & getting there

Obihiro sits in the Tokachi subprefecture of eastern Hokkaido, Japan, part of the Asia region as classified here.

Visiting Obihiro City Children's Hall

The hall has an official website listing current hours, admission, and programme details; check there or with the City of Obihiro before visiting.

See your named star from here

Wherever you observe from, the exact coordinates included with a Star Register naming package let any telescope be pointed at your star. Browse the star catalogue to find one to name.

Opening hours

Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.

Frequently asked questions
In Obihiro, in the Tokachi subprefecture of eastern Hokkaido, Japan.
Yes, it operates as a public museum; check its official website for current hours and admission.
A public children's educational museum in Obihiro, Hokkaido, listed here among the region's astronomy-related sites.
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