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Have you ever gazed up into a sky studded with stars which seem so close you could reach up and touch them? A goddess who brings blessings of fertility; lovers separated by a vast river; a captured princess and a brave man fighting a beast in a bid to save her... Tonight, quietly look up to the sky and listen to the stars as they tell tales of the gods.
Hoshi no bunkakan: Facility Guide
An observatory where you can encounter stars both during the day and at night
Hoshi no bunkakan’s observatory allows visitors to look at stars at any time of the day. It is one of only a handful of observatories in Japan with a telescope that is open to the public from daytime throughout the week. And you can also stay at our adjoining mini hotel, allowing you to enjoy the night sky at your leisure.
In 2017, a 100 cm astronomical telescope, the largest of its kind, was installed at the observatory as part of refurbishment work. Computer-controlled telescopes with diameters of 100 cm and 65 cm give us a vivid glimpse at stars shining far away in space.
Our state-of-the-art planetarium projector, which enables high-definition full-color imaging, projects a beautiful starry sky on a screen, even on rainy and cloudy days. Interesting star-themed programs are shown every day, allowing people of all ages to enjoy learning about stars. (Running time: Approx. 20 min.)
Our shop stocks a varied range of products for that perfect souvenir of your visit, including star-themed products, telescopes and other original items only available here at the Hoshi no bunkakan.
Here, you can read and watch a range of books and videos relating to astronomy and space.
Make your stargazing experience even more special with a stay in one of our hotel rooms!
An overnight stay really is the best way to make the most of your stargazing experience in Hoshino Village. As the night goes on, the air gradually clears and twinkling stars appear throughout the sky. We have rooms to suit a variety of preferences, from homely guest rooms furnished with wood, including Japanese-style rooms, family rooms with a loft and simple twin rooms, to capsule rooms.
Guests also benefit from an exclusive planetarium showing from 9 p.m. and astronomy session from 10 p.m. (free of charge).
If the weather is bad, the program is changed to an astronomy talk accompanied by videos and photos instead of observing.
Our one-night stay packages only include breakfast, so guests can bring in their own boxed meals for dinner, drinks, etc.
Cooking with fire is prohibited.
Regular guest rooms
Our guest rooms are accentuated with the warm and welcoming atmosphere of wood. There are three types of guest room, with a total of 8 available rooms: Japanese-style with tatami mats, family and twin.
Rates
| Adults (13 years or above) | ¥6,600~ (tax included) *Bed and breakfast (boxed meal) |
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| Children(4-12 years) | ¥3,300~ (tax included) *Bed and breakfast (boxed meal) |
*Rates are subject to change during events.
Facilities
AC, bath, bidet toilet, sink, refrigerator, electric kettle, hair dryer, radio, slippers, Wi-Fi and communal facilities (microwave, vending machine, parking area)
Amenities
Bath towels, face towels, bath robes (adults only), body soap, two-in-one shampoo and hand soap
Hours
Check-in: 4 p.m.-9 p.m. / Check-out: By 10 a.m.
Planetarium: 9 p.m. / Stargazing tour: 10 p.m.
Breakfast: 8:30 a.m.
Star Cabin (dormitory-type rooms)
Star Cabin is a simple capsule room for those wanting to truly enjoy starry skies.
There are two rooms providing a total of 6 capsules: one with 4 capsules and one with 2 capsules. These capsules are recommended for both single and group guests.
Rates
| Adults (13 years or above) | ¥4,950~ (tax included) *Bed and breakfast (boxed meal) |
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| Children (4-12 years) | ¥3,218~ (tax included) *Bed and breakfast (boxed meal) |
*Rates are subject to change during events.
Facilities
AC, shower room, bidet toilet, sink, refrigerator, electric kettle, hair dryer, slippers, Wi-Fi and communal facilities (microwave, vending machine, parking area)
Amenities
Face towels, body soap, two-in-one shampoo and hand soap
(*Bath towels and bath robes are available as an optional extra.)
Hours
Check-in: 4 p.m.-9 p.m. / Check-out: By 10 a.m.
Planetarium: 9 p.m. / Stargazing tour: 10 p.m.
Breakfast: 8:30 a.m.
To make a reservation, please call or click the reservation button below.
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Please make sure to contact us by email if you wish to cancel.
Information
| Address | 10828-1 Hoshino-mura, Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture 834-0201 Tel： 0943-52-3000 Fax: 0943-52-3001 |
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| Opening hours |
Mondays/Saturdays/Sundays/National Holidays (and Tuesdays during summer vacation) 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. (final entry: 9:30 p.m.) Wednesdays/Thursdays/Fridays 1:00 p.m.-10 p.m. (final entry: 9:30 p.m.) |
| Closing days | Tuesdays (open during the New Year holiday season, on National Holidays and during the spring and summer vacation periods) |
| Entrance fees (planetarium or observatory) |
Regular Adults (13years or abobe): ¥500 / Children: ¥300 / Preschoolers (4-6 years): ¥100 Groups (15 or more people) Adults: ¥400 / Children: ¥250 / Preschoolers: ¥50 Value joint ticket (planetarium and observatory) Adults: Entrance fee + ¥200 / Children: Entrance fee + ¥100 *Preschoolers only pay the entrance fee |
| Parking lot | 30 spaces |
| Remarks |
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Observatory opening times
| Daytime session 1 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Daytime session 2 1 p.m.-6 p.m. *June-August 1 p.m.-7 p.m. | Nighttime session 6:30 p.m.-9:50 p.m. *June-August 7:30 p.m.-9:50 p.m. | |
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| Mon. | ◯ | 〇 | ◯ |
| Tue. | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Wed. | Closed | ◯ | ◯ |
| Thu. | Closed | ◯ | ◯ |
| Fri. | Closed | ◯ | ◯ |
| Sat. | ◯ | 〇 | ◯ |
| Sun. | ◯ | 〇 | ◯ |
*An attendant will guide you to view celstial boodies through 100cm telescope.
*Observables
- ・Daytime sessions: the sun and bright stars
- ・Nighttime sessions: various celestial bodies visible at that time (eg. fixed stars, planets and the moon, etc
*If it is cloudy or raining, stars will not be visible. We will take you on a tour of the museum to see the telescope in action.
Planetarium Showtimes
| Mondays, Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, (and Tuesdays during summer vacation) | First show 1:00 p.m. Last show 8:30 p.m. | showing every 30 minutes |
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| Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays | First show 11:00 a.m. Last show 8:30 p.m. | showing every 30 minutes |
Running time: Approx. 20 min. Capacity: 25 seats
NOTE *The show may be booked up by groups for school trips or other events. *Reservations are accepted for parties of 10 or more. *The program is Japanese language only. *Midway entry or re-entry is not permitted.
Inquiries
Tel: 0943-52-3000
(10 a.m.-9 p.m.)
