Kurashiki Private Romantic Night in the Observatory Recliners
The viewing room of Kurashiki Observatory, the first private observatory built in Japan, is available for one hour. A small bottle of beer and snacks will be provided. Why not spend a wonderful time lying on a reclining chair and looking at the night sky? On starry days, we will set up a telescope so you can see the stars to your heart's content. The "Kuraten Concierge" will be stationed at the facility to give you instructions on how to use and enjoy the telescope and other facilities, so if you have any questions, please feel free to ask them anytime.
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Kurashiki Private Romantic Night in the Observatory Recliners
What's included in Kurashiki Private Romantic Night in the Observatory Recliners
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
[1] Arrive at Kurashiki Observatory five minutes prior to the scheduled meeting time. Our Kuraten Concierge eagerly awaits to extend a warm welcome. [2] Let our concierge guide you to the observation room. As you recline in our comfortable chairs, the concierge will gradually open the sliding roof, providing a perfect opportunity for a candid photo! [3] The concierge adjusts the telescope with stars visible to the naked eye. Take a glimpse through our impressive 31.5cm reflector telescope during your leisurely time. Discover intricate star patterns and catch glimpses of satellites that remain unseen to the naked eye. [4]Capture a timeless moment with a commemorative photo featuring the telescope against the night sky. Transform it into a cherished memento of your journey to Kurashiki. The plan spans one hour, so revel in the experience until the designated time concludes.
Inclusions
- Experience fee
- Insurance fee
- A small bottle of beer and small snacks
- Facility use fee
- Parking fee in Kurashiki Observatory facilities
- Extra Drinks
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In case of rain, we will take you to the "Hara Sumiji and Minoru Honda Memorial Museum" in our facility instead.
- Beer will be served in this plan. Please inform us in advance if you do not like alcohol or if you are underage. A soft drink will be served instead.
- The contents of the snacks will change depending on the day of your participation.
- No refunds will be made in the event that the stars cannot be seen due to weather conditions on the day of the plan.
- The "Kuraten Concierge" is not an expert in astronomy and may not be able to provide information on stars. We will entertain you by creating a romantic atmospher
- Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- 15 minutes on foot from Kurashiki Station, and a 7-minute walk from the Ohara Museum of Art within the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. The facility is surrounded by a wall, making it a bit confusing. Staff with lamps will be waiting for you at the north gate 5 minutes before the meeting time.
