2026 Geisei Astronomical Observation Hall Full-Day Starry Sky Course

A day centered on the observation session at 'Geisei Astronomical Observation Hall' (芸西天文学習館, a branch of the Kochi Prefectural Youth Center, operated by the Kochi Prefecture Public Education Association) in Washoku, Geisei Village, Aki District, Kochi Prefecture. In an observation dome 6m in diameter, centered on a 70cm reflecting telescope mounted alongside a 15cm refracting telescope, observation sessions led by specialist instructors are held about 4-5 times a month. Opening hours are 19:00-21:00 in the first half of the year (April-September) and 18:00-20:00 in the second half (October-March). Free to participate (only the hands-on telescope-making class has a material cost), capacity 40 people; advance application by phone (088-824-5451) or online is required. The facility is closed except on observation session dates, so please always check the official website for session dates.