Gekko Observatory, Astronomical observatory in Kannami, Japan
The Gekko Observatory occupies a four-story building with two observation domes housing a 20cm solar telescope and a 50cm astronomical telescope at 312 meters elevation.
The facility opened its doors on September 21, 1957, under the direction of founder Issei Yamamoto and has since contributed to numerous astronomical discoveries.
The facility includes a geological museum displaying fossils and dinosaur skeletons, plus a planetarium that introduces visitors to celestial phenomena.
The observatory welcomes visitors from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM with entrance fees of 600 yen for adults and 300 yen for children, closing on Mondays.
Between 1987 and 2000, researchers at this facility discovered 172 minor planets, ranking it 40th worldwide for asteroid discoveries.
Location: Kannami
Founders: Issei Yamamoto
Official opening: September 21, 1957
Elevation above the sea: 312 m
Website: https://gekkou.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.12874,138.99229
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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