2026 Full-Day Course: Stargazing at Hoshifuru Observation Deck (Mt. Noro)

This day centers on the Hoshifuru Observation Deck (Star-Falling Observation Deck, 星降る展望台) near the summit of Mt. Noro (elevation 839m) in Kawajiri-cho, Kure City. The lawn park has a two-tiered terrace and constellation guide panels. There is little city light in the surrounding area, and admission is free. Access is via a roughly one-hour mountain road from the Kure IC on the Kure Creline (呉クレアライン). Nighttime opening hours and whether the gate is closed are not stated on the official website, so please be sure to check the official Kure City website. Contact: Mt. Noro Visitor Center (0823-70-5338).