2026 Full-Day Course: Stargazing at Kurashiki Observatory

A day centered on 'Kurashiki Observatory' (倉敷天文台), located within walking distance of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter in Chuo, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture (岡山県倉敷市中央). Founded in 1926 as Japan's first private observatory, its observation room is open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (plus Tuesdays in summer), from 30 minutes after sunset until 21:30. It operates entirely by reservation, so you must book in advance by phone (086-422-4589) or email (info@kuraten.jp). It is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, and may also be closed on days without a reservation, so please always check in advance before visiting. During the day, you can enjoy strolling through Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter's white-walled streets.