Yamamoto observatory
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Yamamoto observatory is a facility in Japan, part of a country with a long tradition of amateur and institutional astronomy.
About Yamamoto observatory
Public records on this specific site are limited, but its name recalls Issei Yamamoto (1889–1959), the first director of Kyoto University's Kwasan Observatory, founded in 1929 as a research and education facility. Kwasan remains one of Japan's notable historic observatories.
Location & getting there
The observatory is located in Japan's Asia region. For up-to-date directions, check the site listing or a mapping service before visiting, since detailed public access information is not confirmed for this location.
Visiting Yamamoto observatory
We recommend checking the operator's website or a search engine for current opening hours and visitor policies before planning a trip, as this cannot be confirmed here.
See your named star from here
Wherever you stand at Yamamoto observatory, the night sky above is the same one your named star belongs to. If you've registered a star with us, staff at an observatory can point a telescope at its right ascension and declination to help you find it. Name a star or browse the catalogue to see what's already been named.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
