Ishigakijima Astronomical Observatory, Astronomical observatory on Mount Maesedake, Ishigaki Island, Japan.
The observatory contains the Murikabushi telescope, a 105-centimeter optical-infrared reflector instrument for studying celestial objects and conducting research observations.
The National Astronomical Observatory of Japan established this facility in 2002 and officially started operations on April 1, 2006.
Six organizations, including the Ishigaki City Education Committee and University of the Ryukyus, collaborate to manage the observatory's research and educational programs.
The facility offers guided tours from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with stargazing events on weekends and holidays starting at 8:00 PM.
The observatory runs the Southern Cross Monitor project, providing online webcam images of the Crux constellation visible from this Japanese latitude.
Location: Ishigaki
Location: Ishigaki Island
Inception: 2002
Official opening: April 1, 2006
Elevation above the sea: 200 m
Website: http://miz.nao.ac.jp/ishigaki/top
GPS coordinates: 24.37286,124.13928
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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