2026 Yamanashi Prefectural Science Museum Observatory Stargazing Full-Day Course

The observatory of Yamanashi Prefectural Science Museum, located in Atago-cho, Kofu City, houses the prefecture's largest 200mm-aperture refracting telescope (coude type) inside a 6m-diameter dome. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, sun-viewing sessions using special filters are held, and at night reservation-required stargazing events such as 'Let's See Jupiter and Saturn' are held. Please check the official website (kagakukan.pref.yamanashi.jp) for dates, times, and how to reserve.