It looks like a “Summer Stargazing Event” will be held on Saturday, August 22 at the Ashiya Civic Center, located along the Ashiya River near JR Ashiya Station〜
Screenshot from the official Ashiya City website
Summer Stargazing Event
When?
Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where?
Ashiya Civic Center, Room 401
Here it is on the map ↓
The address is 8-24 Narihira-cho, Ashiya, Hyogo.
What will happen at the event?
- Observe the Moon, the Summer Triangle, and more through a telescope 🌙
- You might also get to see Mars and Albireo ✨
- Learn about constellations and stars 🔭
- The event will be led by Mr. Takashi Handa, with assistance from Mr. Kiyoshi Ikeuchi 👨🏫
How much does it cost?
Free
How many people can attend?
The first 50 applicants
Who can participate?
Anyone is welcome. Junior high school students and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
How to apply
Applications will be accepted from 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 14. Apply through the “Summer Stargazing Event Application Form” on the official Ashiya City website. Applications will close once capacity is reached.
If you have difficulty applying through the online form, contact the Environmental Conservation Section of Ashiya City’s Environment Division at 0797-38-2051.
For event details, see → here (official Ashiya City website)
In Closing
There’s something romantic about gazing up at the stars at the end of summer vacation, isn’t there〜? Without much background knowledge, it can be hard to tell which star is which, so having experts there to explain everything could make the night sky even more enjoyable. Admission is free, and spots are limited to the first 50 people, so if you’re interested, be sure to apply early〜.
夏の星空観察、何が一番見てみたい？
