Utsunomiya observatory
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In Utsunomiya, the capital of Japan's Tochigi Prefecture, a public observatory with a planetarium gives local visitors a place to explore the night sky.
About Utsunomiya observatory
The observatory is associated with the Tochigi Science Museum – Waku Grandy Science Land, a facility combining a planetarium with public observatory access.
Location & getting there
The observatory is located in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, part of the wider Asia region.
Visiting Utsunomiya observatory
As part of a science museum, it's best to check the Tochigi Science Museum's website or contact them directly for current opening hours and planetarium show times before visiting.
See your named star from here
A planetarium and observatory like this one bring the sky closer to visitors — and the same coordinates it maps out can point a telescope at a star you've named. Name a star, or explore the catalogue of stars already dedicated.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
