Uenohara Observatory
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Uenohara Observatory sits at 747 metres above sea level in Uenohara, Yamanashi Prefecture, in the hills west of Tokyo.
About Uenohara Observatory
Star Register was unable to confirm further details about Uenohara Observatory's instruments, founding or operator beyond its documented elevation and location; treat it as a local observing site within Yamanashi Prefecture rather than a large public facility.
Location & getting there
Yamanashi Prefecture is known for its mountainous terrain, and Uenohara's elevation of 747 metres puts it well above the haze and light of the Tokyo plain to the east.
Visiting Uenohara Observatory
Without confirmed opening hours or contact details, check local Yamanashi tourism resources or Japanese-language sources before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
A hillside site like this, well above sea level, is exactly the kind of place to look for a named star's coordinates on a clear night. Name a star of your own or browse the catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.