Winter Triangle and Astronomical Observation Event

Observe winter celestial bodies, including the prominent Winter Triangle, during this season. Try observing bright Sirius and the Orion Nebula with a 115 cm large telescope. During this period with little moonlight, look up at the night sky and try to find the faint Milky Way. By participating in the explanation sessions held on weekends, you can learn more about winter celestial bodies. Since it gets very cold during this time, don't forget to wear warm clothing and protect yourself from the cold. Enjoy the clear winter night sky at the Galaxy Forest Observatory!

Map & Location

Details about Winter Triangle and Astronomical Observation Event

Date & Time

1/14(Wed)～1/25(Sun) 19:30～21:30

Note

Closed on January 19 (Monday) and 20 (Tuesday). Opening hours are from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Explanation sessions are held on Saturdays and Sundays at 7:30 PM (about 25 minutes). During this time, the night sky becomes properly dark around 6:00 PM.

Venue

Rikubetsu Space Earth Science Museum (Galaxy Forest Observatory)

Address

Hokkaido Ashoro District Rikubetsu Town Uonbetsu

Fee

Admission fee only required: Adults 500 yen, Children (elementary and junior high school students) 300 yen, Preschool children free

parking

Free parking

Access

About 2 hours from Obihiro, about 1 hour from Kitami

Access (Public)

Get off at the last stop 'Rikubetsu' on the Tokachi Bus / Kitami Bus Rikubetsu line, about 4 km from the roadside station in Rikubetsu Town (about 10 minutes by taxi)

Contact

0156-27-8100 （Rikubetsu Space Earth Science Museum (Galaxy Forest Observatory)）

URL

https://www.rikubetsu.jp/tenmon/