Namioka Park in Asahi Village, Nagano Prefecture, is famous for being a place where you can see the best starry sky in Japan. There are telescopes and a planetarium, allowing you to observe the stars and study astronomy. In addition, four photo contests are held throughout the year, in spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The Heavenly Paradise Japan's Best Starry Sky Tour is also popular, but requires reservations made in advance for specific dates and times. Online tickets are available for purchase from 10:00 am two weeks prior to the date of use. Asahi Village is recognized by the Ministry of the Environment as "the village with the most beautiful starry sky in Japan," and you can enjoy the beautiful night view, including the starry sky. There are also accommodations such as pensions and cottages in the surrounding area, allowing you to stay overnight while enjoying stargazing.
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