Akashi Municipal Planetarium

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A museum themed on "time," built right above the "135 degrees East Longitude Japan Standard Time Meridian," which serves as the basis for Japan's standard time. From the iconic large clock tower, a superb view of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and Awaji Island spreads out. The greatest attraction here is the manual planetarium, which boasts the oldest operating period in Japan. Watching the starry sky while listening to the live commentary full of vitality gives a romance beyond science. As a symbol of Akashi, the "City of Time," it is a popular spot that stimulates intellectual curiosity, where you can learn about the connection between space and time and enjoy a panorama of the historical port town.

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明石市立天文科学館編

明石市立天文科学館編

Akashi Tourism Bureau

Akashi Municipal Planetarium

Address
2-6 Hitomaru-cho, Akashi-shi, Hyogo
Website
https://www.am12.jp/
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Akashi Municipal Planetarium

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