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Dodaira Observatory (Center for the Creation of Stars and Greenery)

Saitama · Tokigawa · Stays

Japanese name: 堂平天文台「星と緑の創造センター」

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Dodaira Observatory (Center for the Creation of Stars and Greenery)
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WHAT TO DODodaira Observatory (Center for the Creation of Stars and Greenery)

The National Astronomical Observatory's Dodaira station, converted into lodging, with log houses and Mongolian tents.

WHERESaitama

Tokigawa

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The National Astronomical Observatory's Dodaira station, converted into lodging, with log houses and Mongolian tents.

About this place

A lodging facility in Tokigawa, a renewal of the former National Astronomical Observatory Dodaira Observation Station. It has log houses and Mongolian-style tents, and regularly holds stargazing events. The night view of the whole Kanto Plain is also a highlight.

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