【Official】Seiwa Kogen no Yado

Due to the nature of the astronomical observation event, we ask that you please be punctual. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Thank you for your cooperation.
1. Please check in by 17:30 (last check-in time).
2. Supper time ends from 17:30 to 19:30
　　　　　　　　　　*We will specify the start time on days when congestion is expected.
3. Stargazing Event 19:30 to 22:00
　　　　　　　　　　*Starting times may vary depending on the season.
　　　　　　　　　　*We will inform you at check-in.

Thank you for visiting the Seiwa Plateau Astronomical Observatory.
The property is open from 14:00 to 22:00 and is not allowed to enter the premises outside business hours.(Excluding guests)
Regardless of whether or not you participate in the astronomical observation society, we ask for your cooperation in exiting after the business hours are over.
　Those who wish to use the facility after 22:00 for the purpose of astrophotography, etc. need to apply for a license.Please contact the observatory in advance.

◆Astronomical observation
・Please be sure to check the weather with the observatory before setting off.
　TEL0967-82-3300
・Observation time: From 19:30 (duration: 40 to 50 minutes).
　On days when there are many users, such as weekends, we will split the information into multiple sessions.
The observation time may change depending on the weather conditions on the day.

We also provide information on Instagram.

　Seiwa Plateau Astronomical Observatory is located on the southern outer rim of Mount Aso at an altitude of 700m on the Imuta Plateau in Yamato Town (commonly known as Seiwa Plateau). It is conveniently located with a 360-degree view.
　You can also enjoy a spectacular view of Mt Aso to the north and the 1,000m-class Kyushu Mountains to the south.
　There are few city lights and the air is clear, so you can enjoy the many stars in the mountains.

・Mark:700m
・east longitude:131.06
・north latitude:32.44

There are lodge-style accommodation facilities (10 in total) on the premises.
Why not stay at Seiwa Kogen no Yado and relax while gazing at the starry sky?

Participation in stargazing events is also included as a service!

At restaurant Seiza no Mori (woods), super-sized yakiniku is a standard menu.
It is served as dinner for in-house guests.

Snacks and coffee are also available.
Please drop in when you come to Seiwa Plateau.

Big Dipper and Ursa Major