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The planetarium will bring you closer to the universe through the enjoyment of watching and listening to it.
The" Sendai Astronomical Observatory" concept is "bringing the universe closer to you." This comprehensive astronomy museum has a planetarium that projects beautiful and powerful images of the starry sky, an exhibition room where visitors can enjoy learning about the universe using models and video images, and the Hitomi-Telescope, one of the largest telescopes in Japan, with an aperture of 1.3 meters.
The planetarium is a space where the starry sky fills your head, allowing you to experience the fascination of the universe. One of the planetarium attractions is the starry sky's live commentary, which varies depending on the staff. The planetarium also offers various programs for different target audiences, including "Children's Time" and "Astronomy Time," which can also be enjoyed by small children. The five charts of "starry sky," "powerful," "healing," "astronomical commentary," and "for children" can also be used as indicators for program selection.
The exhibition hall is one of the largest museums in Japan in the field of astronomy. Visitors can enjoy learning about the world of astronomy through a large model of the solar system and CG images. The exhibition rooms are categorized into "Earth," "Solar System," "Galaxy," etc., and visitors can explore the world of astronomy through panels, models, and a hands-on corner.
The exterior of SENDAI ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY. The white building stands out in the space surrounded by greenery. ©︎Sendai Astronomical Observatory
The exhibition room is on the first floor. Here, computer graphics and explanatory panels are used skillfully to make learning about the fascinating world of astronomy fun ©︎Sendai Astronomical Observatory
At the Hitomi-Telescope on the 3rd floor, you can observe the stars every Saturday when the weather is clear if you participate in the stargazing event ©︎Sendai Astronomical Observatory
A planetarium with a horizon-style dome. The images are beautiful, and the staff's commentary on the starry sky is a must-listen. ©︎Sendai Astronomical Observatory
The surrounding area is a planetary plaza designed with the solar system planets' orbits, with the observation building as the sun ©︎Sendai Astronomical Observatory
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Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
Available. Receptionists use "POCKETALK," which can be used in 70 languages.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Yes, it is.
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Is free WiFi available in the facility?
Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
Yes.
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