Astronomical observation in Japan Page 3

• Age 7～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

Why do not you experience the beautiful starry sky of Iriomotejima and the mystery night. What? Travel by car and go to the secret point where you can see the 360 degree starlit sky. We will also take a camera so please take a memorial photo. I will pick you up to your accommodation in the western part of Iriomotejima. Stars will not go out and even cloudy skies will go searching for the nightly mystery of Iriomote Island. Flowering of Sagari flowers can also be seen from May to Oct. . Although the probability is low, I might be able to meet Iriomotayama Nishiko, the largest mystery of Iriomote Island. From 20: 30 start to 22: 00 end (21: 00 ~ 22: 30 in the summer), the Iriomote Island club star meeting (starry sky reserve), Starry Sky Meister will show you.

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• 00:00 / 00:30 / 01:00 / 20:00 / 20:30 / 21:00 / 21:30 / 22:00 / 22:30 / 23:00

Under the starry sky of Miyakojima, you can create the best memories that will remain in your memory. Shoot at the best spot according to the sky conditions of the day! Whether you are a couple, friends, family, young or old, you can create memories that will last a lifetime. ☆★Schedule★☆ [Example] 21:00 Meet on site Reception, subject lecture 21:05 Start of shooting 21:30 End of shooting Photo data delivery explanation 21:35 Time required to disband on site; 30 minutes to 1 hour

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• Age 3～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 21:00

★Limited to 2 groups per day! Peace of mind with a small group tour! ★Take high-quality photos with a starry sky camera and strobe lighting! ★ Pick-up and drop-off available (up to 4 people) from hotels in the Onna Village resort area (Maekanehisa, Fukuchiku, Tanisha, and Manza) (*This service is for customers without a rental car. Depending on the reservation status, we may not be able to provide pick-up or drop-off service. ) [Onna Village Starry Sky Photo Tour] Depart from the hotel and head to a secret beach. The location away from the city lights is the perfect place for stargazing and photography! You can even see small stars that normally disappear due to the city lights. Let's go and see the mysterious world that can only be experienced in Okinawa! ◆Tours will not be held on dates or times when the moon is visible. Please check the event schedule below. ◆As the tour is greatly affected by the weather, the event will be held at sunset on the day of the event. ◆In case of bad weather, the tour will be canceled and no cancellation fee will be charged. Please check the dates below before making a reservation. <2024> January ⇒ 1~15, 30, 312 months ⇒ 1~13, 293 months ⇒ 1~13, 29~314 months ⇒ 1~11, 27~305 months ⇒ 1~10, 26~316 months ⇒ 1~9, 25~30 July ⇒ 1~9, 25~31 August ⇒ 1~8, 24~319 month ⇒ 1~8, 23~30 October ⇒ 1~8, 22~31 November ⇒ 1~6, 21 ~30December ⇒ 1~5, 21~31

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours

★We will give a photo frame as a gift only to customers who write a review after taking the photo♪ Please feel free to ask our staff for details! [Important] Thank you for your patronage this summer☆ Our business for the 2024 season has ended, but we are accepting reservations for the 2025 season! We plan to renew our prices from next summer to further improve our service and quality. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we will provide you with a better tour, so please understand. The current price is only available now, so please take this opportunity to consider it♪ We also have transfer plans and plans for groups and organizations! ★A trip to Miyakojima that will end in the blink of an eye At Nature Studio Miyako, we will give you not only memories but also something that will remain in your precious travel time! ★In the summer season, we will take photos under the magnificent Milky Way, and in the winter season, we will take photos under various constellations including Orion! Although you can't see the Milky Way in winter, the air is clear and you can observe larger and more beautiful stars than in summer. [Must check] About shooting during the moon period During the moon period, the sky is brighter than during a new moon or when the moon is not out, so you may not be able to observe the starry sky you imagine. We also suggest taking photos using the moon in order to ensure your satisfaction. If you are coming during the moon period, we will explain this separately, but if you are not satisfied, we will refund or cancel for free before the tour starts, so please rest assured. If you want to see the starry sky or the Milky Way, please use the moon phase calendar as a reference for your travel plans. ★ Same-day reservations are welcome! ! This is a plan unique to Miyakojima where you can take photos while looking at the many stars that you cannot see even if you look up at the sky every day. We accept reservations until the very last minute on the day. ★ The staff will decide on the shooting location on the day after taking into consideration the weather and other conditions, and select the location for that day! ★ In response to many requests from customers, we have prepared a plan with transportation! We have prepared a transportation plan for those who don't plan on using a car or who want to have a drink on their trip. *Starting this summer, we are now able to provide transportation for up to 7 people at a time! *Depending on reservations and shooting conditions, you may have to wait until you return home. ★Our staff will carefully select and edit a minimum of 5 photos and deliver them to you within 3-4 days of the shoot♪ Please note that depending on the reservation situation, a minimum of 5 photos may be delivered. ★On the day of the shoot, we ask that you add us on Instagram or our official LINE account in order to receive the data.

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

\ A fantastic night view that can only be seen at this time of year! / "Yaeyama Hime firefly viewing tour" ★ Limited time only available from March to June! ★ Participation welcome from age 0! Fun for everyone, from children! ★ Includes a mini stargazing tour led by an Ishigaki City certified guide! "Yaeyama Hime firefly" only lives on Ishigaki Island and Iriomote Island. When spring arrives in Yaeyama (around March to June), they display beautiful lights as part of their courtship behavior for a limited time only. On this tour, we depart for the forest where the Yaeyama Hime firefly live around 7pm when the sun starts to set! After the lights start to appear one by one, countless Yaeyama Hime fireflies begin to light up one after another, and the forest is enveloped in a truly fantastical space. This tour is highly recommended for those visiting Ishigaki in the spring ♪

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• Age 3～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 20:00

★Total number of participants exceeded 300,000! Safe and secure tour! ★Activities recommended for beginners! ★Participant benefits (coupons that can be used at restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! [Sagaribana Tour] “Sagaribana” is a summer tradition that can only be seen in some parts of the Nansei Islands in Japan. It is also called the "overnight flower," and it blooms at night and scatters at dawn...it's a truly magical flower! [Example schedule for the day of the tour] ① 20:00 Pick up at your accommodation (Uehara area only) ↓② 20:15 Arrive at Sagaribana spot! ↓③21:00 Sagaribana viewing! You can also take your own photos. ↓④21:30 Tour ends! ↓⑥21:45 We will drop you off at your accommodation. *The schedule will change depending on the weather and tide level on the day. [Transfer plan in case of cancellation due to bad weather] If this plan is canceled due to bad weather, we can guide you to transfer to the "Starry Sky & Jungle Night Tour".

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• Age 3～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

★Total number of participants exceeded 300,000! Safe and secure tour! ★Activities recommended for beginners! ★Free equipment rental♪★Free transportation included! ★Participant benefits (coupons that can be used at restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! [Firefly Tour] They start to become active from dusk, and by the time it gets dark, countless Yaeyamahime fireflies dance wildly through the forest, emitting light. The sight is like natural illumination. [Example schedule for the day of the tour] ① 18:00 Pick up at Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal/accommodation ↓② 18:30 Arrive at the firefly spot. Light is strictly prohibited for fireflies. Let's also turn off our smartphones. ↓③18:45 Wait for the fireflies to start glowing. ↓④19:00 Yaeyamahime fireflies start their light-emitting time all at once. ↓⑤19:30 Viewing ends. ↓⑥20:00 We will drop you off at Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal/your accommodation. *The schedule may change depending on the weather on the day. [Transfer plan in case of cancellation due to bad weather] If this plan is canceled due to bad weather, we can guide you to transfer to the "Starry Sky & Subtropical Jungle Night Tour".

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• Age 3～Age 65
• 4～5 hours
• 13:30

★Over 300,000 participants! A safe and secure tour! ★Recommended for beginners! ★Free photo data, equipment rental, and hot shower♪★Participant benefits (coupons for restaurants, information on hidden spots) included! [Mangrove SUP/Canoe (Kayak)] Enjoy the mangrove forest and the great outdoors of Ishigaki Island with a water walk on a SUP or canoe (kayak)! *The best place for SUP/canoeing will be guided depending on the wind, tide, and congestion on the day. [Sagaribana Tour] Sagaribana is a summer feature that can only be seen in some parts of the Nansei Islands in Japan. It is also called "one-night flower" and blooms at night and fades at dawn...it is truly a phantom flower! [Example schedule for the day of the tour] ①13:30 Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal/Pick up from accommodation (Uehara area only) ↓②13:45 Depart for the local field! ↓③14:15 Arrive at the local field! ↓④14:30 Activity starts! ↓⑤15:30 Activity ends! ↓⑥16:00 Arrive at hotel/front of Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal! ↓⑦20:00 Pick up from accommodation (Uehara area only)↓⑧20:15 Arrive at hanging flower spot! ↓⑨21:30 Hanging flower viewing tour ends! ↓⑩22:00 We will send you back to your accommodation. *The schedule is subject to change depending on the weather and tide levels on the day. [Alternative plan in case of cancellation due to bad weather] If the hanging flower viewing is canceled due to the flower blooming situation, we can change the content to the "Starry Sky & Jungle Night Tour".

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• Age 3～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 20:00

★Total number of participants exceeded 300,000! Safe and secure tour! ★Activities recommended for beginners! ★Free equipment rental♪★Free transportation included! ★Participant benefits (coupons that can be used at restaurants, etc., information on hidden spots) included! [Sagaribana Tour] “Sagaribana” is a summer tradition that can only be seen in some parts of the Nansei Islands in Japan. It is also called the "overnight flower," and it blooms at night and scatters at dawn...it's a truly magical flower! [Example schedule for the day of the tour] ① 19:30 Pick up at Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal/accommodation ↓② 20:00 Arrive at Sagaribana Spot. Watching Sagaribana. ↓③21:00 Sagaribana viewing finished. ↓④21:30 Tour ends. We will drop you off at Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal/your accommodation. *The schedule may change depending on the weather on the day. [Transfer plan in case of cancellation due to bad weather] If this plan is canceled due to bad weather, we can guide you to transfer to the "Starry Sky & Subtropical Jungle Night Tour". "

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Northern Alps International Art Festival 2024 will be held from Friday, September 13th, 2024 to Monday, November 4th, 2024. View art on SUP upon request. If you wish to view it, you will need to purchase a viewing passport or individual viewing ticket. Lake Aoki is a star lake where the stars shine all over the night sky and are reflected all over the surface of the lake. A walk on Lake Aoki under the starry sky (at night) Board a voyageur canoe at Lake Aoki and take a walk under the starry sky (at night if it's cloudy). An astronomical guide will explain the names of stars, star clusters, nebulas, and constellations, as well as the myths surrounding them. This event will be held even if it is cloudy and you cannot see the stars. We will provide easy-to-understand explanations so that you can remember the explanations in the astronomy guide when you see the stars clearly at night at home or while traveling. Applications over the phone are 3,600 yen per person. View firefly art in 7 colors. View firefly art in rainbow colors on the lake. Art fireflies that appear through interesting experiments and play will unfold your own story in the great picture story of the stars that unfolds on Lake Aoki. Applications by phone are 3,700 yen per person. You may be able to see fireflies at Lake Aoki from early July. Even in September, you can watch fireflies at Lake Aoki. Around 5/6 Eta Aquarius meteor shower is at its peak (best viewing time is early morning from 5th to 7th) 5/8 New moon 5/23 Full moon (Flower Moon) 6/6 New moon 6/22 Full moon (Strawberry Moon) 7/6 New Moon 9/3 New moon 9/17 Harvest moon 9/18 Full moon (corn moon/harvest moon), Izayoi 10/3 The distance between the Earth and the moon in 2024 will be at its furthest 10/8 The Draconid meteor shower is at its maximum (22:00 on the 8th) 10/15 Thirteenth Night 10/17 Full Moon (Hunter's Moon, Super Moon, the largest full moon in 2024) 10/21 Orionid meteor shower is at its peak (the best time to see it is at midnight for several days before and after the peak) ) 11/1 New moon 11/10 Tokanya [Viewing 7-color firefly art on Lake Aoki & starry sky (night) on Lake Aoki] Held at the same time Up to 6 people [Lake Aoki Walk on the lake under the starry sky (night)] Separate fee for up to 42 people: September 17th for ``Harvest Moon'', October 15th for ``Thirteenth Night'', 4,000 yen per person (3 years old and over).

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• Age 0～Age 120
• Within 1 hour

When you look up at the sky, you can see countless stars. A natural Milky Way that can be seen with the naked eye. Would you like to leave these countless stars in shape? ♪The photos I took are posted on Instagram, so please check it out♪

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 19:30 / 20:00 / 20:30 / 21:00 / 21:30 / 22:00 / 22:30 / 23:00 / 23:30

[Plan with BMW transportation service] Starry sky photo tour delivered the next day. [Don't worry if you don't have a car] We will transport you from your hotel to the shooting location! [Reception available on the day! ] *Please call us first! [Next day delivery] Guaranteed at least 6 retouched photos! A souvenir of your trip! [Surprise proposals possible] *Please be sure to contact us in advance! [1 person welcome! BMW can transport up to 7 people! ] If you have more people, please contact us.

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• For Family

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 18:30

Enjoy the sunset and night of Ishigaki Island! ・April-June: The dancing Yaeyama fireflies! ・The hanging flowers that bloom at night in June-July! This is a nature night tour! The tour time is 2.5 hours, from 18:00-20:30 (30 minutes earlier or later depending on the season). In addition to fireflies and hanging flowers, look for rare nocturnal creatures such as Ryukyu scops owls and coconut crabs. On clear days, a starry sky that has been certified as Japan's first "starry sky conservation area" spreads above your head. Lovers, families, and solo travelers are all welcome. Be sure to take a look at the nature and night sky that can only be seen here. During the drive, a guide who knows Ishigaki Island inside and out will show you tourist spots and secret information, so you won't get bored.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 18:30

An appreciation tour surrounded by the best starry sky in Japan and the light of fireflies around 360 degrees! A world of beautiful light created by Yaeyama Himebotaru and a sky full of stars in the night sky! Let's go see the limited-time natural illumination SHOW! The main thing you can observe is the Yaeyama hime firefly. The flickering light is a different feature from the fireflies seen in Honshu. Fireflies glow because of their courtship activity. If you take off all at once as if by arrangement, you will be surrounded by fireflies and be enveloped in the light of the fireflies. The viewing point is in the mountains, a 20-minute drive from the city. This is a great spot for serious camera enthusiasts and first-time firefly viewers alike. After watching the fireflies, if the weather is nice, take a short detour before heading home. Let's go see the sky full of stars in Yaeyama, one of Japan's leading starry sky observation spots! You can also see the Milky Way and the Southern Cross~^^-Measures against infectious diseases such as coronavirus-FLOWFISH will take several measures so that guests can enjoy the tour with peace of mind. In addition, all guests are requested to take measures such as wearing masks, frequently disinfecting, and avoiding crowds. For details, please check the FLOWFISH homepage. We ask for your understanding and cooperation.

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• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Northern Alps International Art Festival 2024 will be held from Friday, September 13th, 2024 to Monday, November 4th, 2024. View art on SUP upon request. If you wish to view it, you will need to purchase a viewing passport or individual viewing ticket. At Lake Aoki, you can enjoy the beautiful faint glow of stars and the tiny love lights of fireflies from a boat. This event will be held even if it is cloudy and you cannot see the stars. Flash photography is prohibited when watching fireflies. It has a negative effect on fireflies. Would you like to come see it too? I will guide you. The beautiful faint glow of stars falling from tens of thousands of light years away and the tiny love lights of fireflies play together to create an epic story set on Lake Aoki, a mirror-like, heart-shaped lake. In mid-August, the bright trails of the Perseid meteor shower are added to the view, making it a truly spectacular sight to behold from a voyageur canoe. The Perseid meteor shower has many flashy, bright, and fast meteors, and they appear consistently every time. 7/21 It is said that when you see the full moon (back moon), your health and work luck will improve. Around 7/31 Delta Aquarius Southern Meteor Shower is at its peak (the best time to see it is for several days around the peak) 8/4 New moon 8/10 Spica eclipse (time for the starry sky (night if cloudy) lake walk cruise flight B Obi, the first-magnitude star Spica in the constellation Virgo hides in the moon's shadow.) 8/10 Tanabata in the lunar calendar 8/12 The Perseid meteor shower is at its peak (23:00 on the 12th) 8/18 The Kappa Cygnids meteor shower is at its peak 8/20 Full Moon (Sturgeon Moon, Supermoon) The supermoon is the largest full moon of the year. 8/20・8/21 The moon approaches Saturn (during the starry sky (night if cloudy) lake walk cruise C flight time) 8/20 The northern Aquarius meteor shower is at its peak. During the peak season, inflatable canoes and raft boats are available. may be used. Reservations by phone are 4,000 yen for children 3 years old and older.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 00:00 / 02:00 / 20:00 / 22:00

"Fantastic Plan" is the only plan you can experience all shooting! The plan can be enjoyed with family and special occasions. Number of participants It is recommended for people. In addition, photographers who shoot are numerous starry sky Events Experienced starry sky photographers who have taken "starry sky commemorative photo" with etc. You can listen to the story of a lovely romantic star.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 00:00 / 02:00 / 20:00 / 22:00

Wonderful Plan can take photos of Insta, such as Illuminations, Airborne, and Shooting Stars. In addition, photographers who shoot are numerous starry sky Events Experienced starry sky photographers who have taken "starry sky commemorative photo" with etc. You can listen to the story of a lovely romantic star.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 00:00 / 02:00 / 20:00 / 22:00

"Premium Plan" is a large collection of popular shooting Number of participants Recommended plan for people who like stars and stars! You can leave art photographs that are usually difficult to take. Big Number of participants It is recommended for people. In addition, photographers who shoot are numerous starry sky Events Experienced starry sky photographers who have taken "starry sky commemorative photo" with etc. You can listen to the story of a lovely romantic star.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 00:00 / 02:00 / 20:00 / 22:00

The Special Plan takes playful photos using props, such as Penlight Art, Milky Way, Shooting Star Fragments, etc. In addition, photographers who shoot are numerous starry sky Events Experienced starry sky photographers who have taken "starry sky commemorative photo" with etc. You can listen to the story of a lovely romantic star.

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 00:00 / 02:00 / 20:00 / 22:00

"Basic Plan" is a plan to shoot a piece of miracle under full stars. It is recommended for couples, friends photos etc. Also, the photographer photographer is an experienced starry photographer who photographed the "starry sky memorial photograph" with many starry sky events. You can hear stories of nice and romantic stars.

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• Age 6～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 20:00

This is a night program held in the Kozue Corridor Canoppi Garden. A trilogy of observing glowing mushrooms, starry skies, and observing insects at night. After receiving an explanation at the meeting place, Kozue Corridor Canoppi, we will explore the forest in the park.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 85
• 1～2 hours

Why do not you go see the sky in Shiretoko with no artificial light?

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• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 00:00 / 20:00 / 20:30 / 21:00 / 21:30 / 22:00 / 23:00

[Plan with BMW transportation service] Starry sky photo tour delivered the next day. [Don't worry if you don't have a car] We will transport you from your hotel to the shooting location! [Reception available on the day! ] *Please call us first! [Next day delivery] Guaranteed at least 6 retouched photos! A souvenir of your trip! [Surprise proposals possible] *Please be sure to contact us in advance! [1 person welcome! BMW can transport up to 7 people! ] If you have more people, please contact us.

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• For Family

• Age 0～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 17:00 / 17:20 / 17:40

A very popular project every year is back again this year! Would you like to look up at the romantic night sky? Enjoy the sunset, night view, and starry sky from the summit of Mt. Kisokoma before and after sunset, and enjoy the charm that you cannot normally experience ☆ The summit of Mt. Kisokoma is 1,356 meters above sea level. In autumn and winter, the air is clear and you can enjoy the night view of Sagami Bay and Suruga Bay, and astronomical observation from the summit of Mt. Hakone Komagatake is a popular spot where you can easily enjoy the night view and starry sky!

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 18:00 / 18:20 / 18:40

Let's enjoy the romantic starry sky! It is a starry sky observation tour of Prince Hotel Hakone-en. Why don't you climb the summit of Mt. Kisokoma and actually see the summer starry sky? It is an event at the summit of Hakonekomagatake Ropeway at night. Enjoy the sunset from the summit of Mt. Kisokoma before and after sunset, the night view award, and the starry sky, and enjoy the charm that you cannot normally experience. The summit of Mt. Hakone Komagatake is 1356m above sea level, and you can see the glittering stars in the sky and the night view of Suruga Bay, Sagami Bay, and Odawara.

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• Age 7～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00

Starry Sky Live hosted by REHA Tourism Co., Ltd. at Planetarium Gingaza Shoganji Recommended for starry sky fans and families with children. The starry sky live has a capacity of 25 people at the time of screening at the commuter, but it will be limited to 13 people in consideration of the risk of infection. Planetarium Gingaza is a planetarium attached to the world's first Buddhist temple in the precincts of Shoganji Temple in Katsushika Ward, Tokyo. You can comfortably enjoy the live starry sky from the comfortable sofa seats of Planetarium Gingaza. Feel the happy moments!

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