Fureai-no-Oka Observatory (ふれあいの丘 天文館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

An observatory equipped with a 65cm Cassegrain reflector telescope, holding stargazing sessions daily except on closed days. There are three slots — 18:10-19:00, 19:10-20:00, and 20:10-21:00 — each about 50 minutes, with entry changeover between sessions. Admission is 300 yen for adults and 100 yen for elementary and junior high school students. The facility is open 13:30-21:00 (last entry 20:30), and at night you can only enter during the stargazing session hours (until around 21:00).

Season & hours

Tips

Advance phone reservations are recommended (0287-28-3254). Since the observatory has closed days, check the calendar on the official website before heading out.

Best time to visit

The 18:10 session, right after sunset

Access & map

〒324-0024 Tochigi Prefecture, Otawara City, Fukuhara 1411-22