This sky connects to the galaxy — 95 of Japan’s best stargazing spots selected by public observatories nationwide

The world has famous stargazing locations such as Mauna Kea and Tekapo, but did you know that Japan also has many places with stunning night skies?

This book introduces locations where you can see the Milky Way with the naked eye and that are accessible even for families or solo female travelers. These sites were selected based on input from public observatories across Japan.

With this book in hand, embark on a journey through Japan’s beautiful night skies filled with countless stars.

It also includes beginner-friendly guidance on how to find the brightest stars and identify constellations, along with star charts to help you understand the night sky.

Book details:

• Pages: 168
• Language: Japanese
• Publisher: X-Knowledge
• Release date: June 3, 2026