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Stargazing Event: Let's Go See the Stars Tonight
6 min readEvent Overview
"Let's Go See the Stars Tonight" is a special event held amidst the breathtaking nature of Hokkaido, allowing you to feel the brilliance of the stars up close. Co-hosted with the Okhotsk Ryuhyo Park, this program offers access to exclusive areas that are usually closed at night. Whether you are a beginner or an astronomy enthusiast, you can enjoy a deep connection with the universe through professional telescope observations and expert-led explanations.
Highlights & What to Expect
The highlight of this event is the high-definition celestial observation through professional telescopes. An expert guide will provide easy-to-understand lectures on the seasonal transition from summer to autumn constellations. Last year, participants were even able to see the Milky Way clearly and observe the International Space Station (ISS). This is a rare opportunity to escape daily life and immerse yourself in the vastness of space from a restricted-access location.
Schedule
Date: September 12
- *Meeting Time**: 18:00
- *Event Time**: 18:30–19:30
- *Venue**: Okhotsk Ryuhyo Park - Umi no Salon
- *Rainy Day Schedule**: 16:30–17:00 (Meeting at 16:15)
- *Rainy Day Venue**: Okhotsk Ryuhyo Science Center (Full-dome Video Hall)
- *Rainy Day Content**: A planetarium presentation and a tutorial on how to photograph the night sky with a smartphone.
Venue & Access
The event is held at the Okhotsk Ryuhyo Park (Umi no Salon) in Mombetsu, Hokkaido.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Venue Name | Okhotsk Ryuhyo Park - Umi no Salon |
Address: 11 Motomombetsu, Mombetsu, Hokkaido
Participation Tips
This program is perfect for anyone interested in constellations or celestial bodies. Even beginners can participate with confidence. Please note that capacity is strictly limited to the first 20 participants, so we highly recommend booking early. Children of elementary school age or younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times.
What to Bring & Preparation
As this is an outdoor activity at night, please prepare for temperature drops.
- *Clothing**: It can get quite cold at night, so please bring warm clothing.
- *Reservations**: Registration closes once the capacity is reached. Please check the details and apply early.
- *Weather Updates**: In case of rain, the event shifts to a planetarium session. Please check the official website for the latest updates.