Sekizaki Kaisei-kan

Observation Tower

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A scenic overlook and astronomical observatory located on the eastern edge of Oita City in Saganoseki. The astronomical observatory is outfitted with a 60-centimeter reflecting telescope and here visitors can observe seasonal astronomical phenomena, as well as the sun and bright stars during the day, and a glittering night sky in the evening. The scenic overlook commands a sweeping view of the Hoyo Strait; there's also a museum area with space-themed exhibits such as meteorites gathered at the south pole, and exhibits on the nearby ocean; a shop; and a restaurant. In addition, events such as astronomical observation and crafting classes are held here.

Spot details

Address: Oita Oita-shi Saganoseki 4057-419
Area: Oita City Area
Phone: 0975740100
Hours: 10:00-18:00 (until 22:00 on Friday-Sunday, Public holidays and Aug.)
Closed: Tuesday (next weekday for public holidays)
Fees: [Admission fee]Free[Astronomical observation room viewing][General]420yen[High school student]210yen[Junior high school students and below, those with a disability certificate (person with a disability certificate only)]Free
Parking Lot: Available(30spaces)
Credit Card: Available (VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, UnionPay)
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Note: *Currently temporarily closed due to renovation work (Scheduled to reopen around 7 Monday, 2023)
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
[Night] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

Great place to watch the stars!

Reviewedï¼2013.11.23

Although it took a long time from my place to this Observatory ( I was from Beppu, so i had to take the train to Tozaki then bus to Saganoseki and taxi to this observatory), it was really worth the...
Saganoseki Observatory

Reviewedï¼2012.06.24

Very friendly Astronomers there, you are bound to meet one that speaks good english; they dont mind to take the time to explain things to you. A nicely isolated area away from city lights on the...
行き着くまでの道が狭くて大変です

Reviewedï¼2022.02.02

道の駅佐賀関から近そうだったのでレンタカーで向かってみました。往路は山の中を抜ける狭く曲がりくねった道路で場所によっては対向車が来たらすれ違うのに苦労しそうです。復路は眺めの良さそうな海沿いの道路を選択しましたがこれが大失敗、山の中の道路以上に狭くて対向車が来たらアウトで２度もバックしました。確かに海沿いで昼間なら景観は良いのですがガードレールが無い箇所もあるので危険です（夜間通行は絶対に避ける...