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Kyoto University Okayama Observatory

2019/03/14 (Thu)

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This is an observatory equipped with the largest 3.8m reflector telescope in Asia. The site also houses 188 km of the National Astronomical Observatory, one of the largest in the country, which has been active for a long time. Events such as special exhibitions and special observatories also show telescopes and domes that are usually inaccessible.
(Photo courtesy of Okayama Observatory, Kyoto University)

Street address	3037-5 Honjo, Kamogata Town, Asakuchi City (On the premises of the Okayama Astronomical Museum)
Phone	0865-44-2465
Opening hours	9:00 - 16:30
Holiday	New Year's Holiday Maintenance / work period (will be announced on HP) In rainy weather, strong winds, and snow
Fee	Free (200 yen for Seimei Telescope Tour) * A separate admission fee is required for the Okayama Astronomical Museum.
Parking Lot	50 units (free)
URL	https://www.kwasan.kyoto-u.ac.jp/general/facilities/okayama/