Gotoh Planetarium and Astronomical Museum, Astronomical museum and planetarium in Shibuya, Japan
The Gotoh Planetarium features a 20-meter diameter projection dome with concentric seating arrangements for 453 visitors, providing celestial shows and astronomical exhibitions.
Founded by Keita Goto in November 1956 and opened in April 1957, the facility occupied the eighth floor of Shibuya Tokyu Bunka Kaikan building.
The planetarium presented over 524 different astronomical programs throughout its operation, combining seasonal star observations with scientific discussions about celestial phenomena.
The facility maintained a bulletin board displaying current astronomical news and updates, making it a central information point for astronomy enthusiasts in Tokyo.
The rooftop dome structure became a distinctive architectural element of Shibuya, extending prominently from the building's eighth floor into the Tokyo skyline.
Location: Shibuya
Inception: November 24, 1956
Founders: Keita Gotō
Official opening: April 1, 1957
GPS coordinates: 35.65889,139.70333
Latest update: May 10, 2025 18:07
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