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Japan's southernmost astronomical observatory, sited near Cape Takana, where on clear nights you can see the Southern Cross — invisible from most of Japan — low over the horizon.

Best season

Year-round

Crowd level

Hidden gem

Rating

3.8· 252 reviews

Nearest station

Hateruma Port · bicycle/scooter

Phone

0980-85-8112

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