Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory

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"This astronomical observatory is equipped with the 105 cm ""Murikabushi Boenkyo,"" the largest optical and infrared reflector telescope in Kyushu and Okinawa. It was established in 2006 on the peak of Mt. Maesedake, the highest spot on Ishigaki Island. Its location on Ishigaki Island allows the observation of many stars that cannot be seen on Japan's main island. It is also said that more stars can be observed here than anywhere else in Japan. The facility, which is open to the public, conducts observational research on solar system celestial bodies and transient astronomical events. It also actively holds stargazing parties and other events including free 4D2U viewings."

Spot details

Address: Okinawa Ishigaki-shi Arakawa 1024-1 Map
Area: Ishigaki Island Area
Phone: 0980880013
Hours: [Facility tour] 10:00-15:30 (Latest entry 15:00)
[Ishigaki city starry sky learning room] 15:30-16:15
[Stargazing party] 20:00-20:45 (Saturday Sunday Public holiday only) )
※Subject to change
Closed: Monday, Tuesday (Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday if Monday is a public holiday or substitute public holiday), 2nd Thursday (subject to change)
Fees: [Facilities Tour] General, Elementary, Junior High and High School Students 100yen
[Starry Sky Study Room]General 400yen, Elementary, Junior High and High School Students 200yen
[Astronomical Observation Party]General 500yen, Elementary, Junior High and High School Students 300yen
※Pre-schoolersFree
Parking Lot: Available(8spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
English Menu: Available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000 yen
[Night] 1-1,000 yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Yes (barrier-free environment is provided)
Infant friendly: Possible (3D space viewing using 3D glasses in the Ishigaki City Starry Sky Learning Room is for elementary school students and above)

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

Hidden little gem!!

Reviewed : 2019.07.05

My wife and I made the trip to the astrological observatory and it was definitely worth it!For someone who enjoys driving, the touge road up to the observatory is one way so no risk of meeting on...
土日は夜間観望会をやってます

Reviewed : 2020.03.11

ここ石垣島は、日本一多くの星と出会える場所。全天21の1等星を全て見ることができ、南十字星も見ることができます。こちらでは、土日の夜に観望会が開かれています。訪問時はコロナ感染の影響で開かれていませんでしたが、スケジュールがあえば、予約のうえ訪問されるとよいと思います。
晴れててよかった

Reviewed : 2020.03.06

天気に恵まれたときは、すばらしい光景です。天気はよくくずれますので運がよいときはミルキーウェイもみれます。