Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory is operated through the cooperation of 6 organizations: NAOJ, Ishigaki City, Ishigaki City Education Committee, Specified Nonprofit Corporation Yaeyamahoshinokai, Okinawa Prefecture Ishigaki Youth Center, and University of the Ryukyus.
Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory is equipped with the “MURIKABUSHI Telescope,” an optical-infrared reflector telescope with a 105 cm aperture, the largest in the Kyushu-Okinawa area. It is used to conduct research observations of Solar System objects and transient astronomical objects as well as astronomy public outreach (facilities open to the public, stargazing parties, etc.).
Access
- 1024-1, Arakawa, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0024, Japan
- +81-980-88-0013
- There is no public transportation to the observatory.
Public Visitor Information
- Opening Hours
- 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Regular Stargazing Parties
- Stargazing parties are held with the MURIKABUSHI telescope. Reservations, made by telephone, are required.
- Website
- Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory (Japanese only)
Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory Website
Explore the latest news and project updates on the official website (in Japanese only).
