The only planetarium in Kyoto City located in a science center where visitors can enjoy learning science and science through hands-on exhibits. The original programs, which vary with each season, are accompanied by live commentary and introduce not only the starry sky, but also topics such as astronomy, space, and constellations. There is also a "Little Planetarium" that is sure to be fun for both adults and children.

【【Projection time and fee]
General projection: Weekdays from 15:45, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays (including weekdays during spring, summer and winter vacation) from 13:00 and 15:45
Time required/45 min.
Admission (admission fee not included): Adults 520 yen, Junior high and high school students 200 yen, Elementary school students 100 yen, Infants (under elementary school age) free
On Saturdays and Sundays, admission and planetarium admission are free for elementary, junior high and high school students who live or go to school in Kyoto City.
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Bunka Parque Joyo Planetarium has one of the largest domes in the prefecture with a diameter of 23 meters. The one-hour regular projection program consists of a commentary on tonight's starry sky and a planetarium program. The powerful images spread across the large dome allow visitors to enjoy different programs depending on the time of year and the time of day. Other events such as concerts and lectures are also held, so you will never get tired of this place no matter how many times you visit.

【【Projection time and fee]
General projection: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and school holidays (spring, summer, and winter vacation)
Projection times: 11:00 -, 13:30 -, 15:30 -
Time required/approx. 60 min.
Admission: Adults (high school students and older) 600 yen, Children (4 years old to junior high school students) 300 yen *Free for children under 4 years old
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［The El Mar Maizuru, a passenger ship docked in Maizuru Ocean Park, is Japan's first planetarium at sea. The brilliance of approximately 8,500 fixed stars is sharply projected in this high-quality theater, giving visitors a relaxing feeling as if they are gazing at the starry sky above the sea. The various hands-on experience pavilions and the unique observation room on the ship are also not to be missed.

【【Projection time and fee]
General projection: Same as the days the museum is open.
Projection times: 11:00 -, 13:30 -, 15:30 -
Time required / approx. 30 min.
Admission: 200 yen for high school students and older, 100 yen for elementary and junior high school students, and free for children under elementary school age.
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The Muko City Astronomy Museum] exhibits materials and equipment related to astronomical science and conducts astronomical observations. In the planetarium, visitors can learn about natural phenomena such as auroras, rain, and snow on the earth as seen from space, in addition to the celestial bodies as seen from the earth. The monthly stargazing events allow visitors to observe the seasonal constellations. A model of the solar system in the exhibition room explains the characteristics of the Earth and other planets in an easy-to-understand manner.

【【Projection time and fee]
General projection: Wednesday and Thursday from 15:30, Saturday and Sunday from 10:30, 13:00, 14:30, and 16:00
Time required: approx. 45 - 60 min.
Admission: 200 yen for adults, 100 yen for elementary and junior high school students, and free for children under elementary school age (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian).
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[The planetarium in the Children's Science Museum at Sandanke Park in Fukuchiyama City has a wide variety of programs for children to enjoy, which will help them feel closer to the universe. The "Seasonal Constellations Tour," which projects the constellations of the four seasons, is not to be missed. The science museum is full of hands-on exhibits that allow visitors to play and learn. There is also a zoo and a botanical garden in the park, making it a great family outing.

【【Projection time and fee]
General projection: weekdays from 13:00 and 15:00
Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays 11:00 -, 13:30 -, 14:30 -, 15:30 -
Time required: approx. 25-45 min.
Admission Fee / Included in the admission fee
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［The Digital Star Dome Hotaru, located in the Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel, shows three to four programs each month. In addition to programs that can be enjoyed by both adults and children, the irregularly held planetarium shows by the star brothers are also noteworthy, as they provide explanations of the constellations that are sure to draw big laughs. Be sure to experience the powerful sound and starry sky provided by Media Globe Sigma's video system.

【【Projection time and fee]
Projection time / Varies depending on the day
Time required: approx. 40-50 min.
Ticket sales start at 10:00 on the day of the event / Reception from 10:00 on the day of the event
Admission: Adults 950 yen, Children 650 yen (for regular program)
100 yen discount per person for hotel guests
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The planetarium at the Otsu Science Museum reopened in 2012. Visitors can enjoy beautiful fulldome surround images created by a digital planetarium projector. There are original programs such as "Constellation Tales" produced by Seian University of Art and Design, and special programs featuring popular animations, as well as live commentary by staff on the "starry sky and constellations of the day. Enjoy a variety of starry skies.

【【Programs & Hours]
General Projection / Saturdays from 14:00 and 15:30
Sundays and holidays 11:00 -, 14:00 -, 15:30 -
From 11:00 on weekdays during school holidays in spring, summer and winter (summer and winter only) from 14:00 and 15:30 (August 9-16) from 12:40
From 11:00 a.m. or 3:30 p.m. on selected Wednesdays in June, September, and December 2022 and February and March 2023 (except during holidays and school vacations)

Viewing time: approx. 45 min.
Admission: Adults 400 yen, Elementary/Junior High/High School Students 200 yen, Infants free (with parent or guardian)
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