Umeenosato Observatory Tenkyukan
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Umeenosato Observatory Tenkyukan is a public observatory in Oita Prefecture, on Japan's Kyushu island.
About Umeenosato Observatory Tenkyukan
Beyond its designation as a public observatory, Star Register could not verify further details about its founding, instruments or operator; its own website is the best source for current information.
Location & getting there
Oita Prefecture occupies the northeastern part of Kyushu, known for its hot springs and rural mountain scenery, a setting that lends itself to darker skies than Japan's larger cities.
Visiting Umeenosato Observatory Tenkyukan
Check the observatory's own website for current opening hours, admission and any public stargazing events before visiting.
See your named star from here
A public observatory like this one is built for exactly this kind of stargazing - pointing at a specific spot in the sky. If you've named a star, browse the catalogue to find it.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.