Tachibana Observatory

An observatory in Takasaki, the "town with the most beautiful starlit skies in Japan"

Takasaki Town in Miyakonojo City is perfect for observing stars, given that it has been selected as the "town with the most beautiful starlit skies in Japan" 7 times.
Tachibana Observatory was built in 1991 on a hill in the park with a good view.
Many fans of astronomy from across Japan visit this observatory to enjoy observing the stars.

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Telephone: 0986-62-4936

Address: 1461-22 Takazakichoomuta, Miyakonojo, Miyazaki

Transportation: Bus:
A 5-minute taxi ride from the Takasaki Onsen Center stop of the Miyazaki Kotsu Bus 51 and 52 bound for Takasaki/Kobayashi
A 5-minute taxi ride from the Raspa Takasaki stop of the Takasaki Kanko Bus bound for Raspa Takasaki
Train:
A 30-minute walk from the Takasakishinden Station on the Kitto Line
Car:
A 40-minute drive from Miyakonojo Station and a 35-minute drive from the Miyakonojo IC

Parking: Available

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Tachibana Observatory

An observatory in Takasaki, the "town with the most beautiful starlit skies in Japan"

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