G-Town Summer Stargazing Event

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Tokyo Giants Town Management Company will host the 'G-Town Summer Stargazing Event' on Wednesday, August 12, at Giants Town Stadium (G-Town, Inagi City, Tokyo), inviting Dr. Seiichiro Naito from the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan as a guest lecturer to observe celestial bodies on a midsummer night.

The highlight of this stargazing event is the 'Perseid meteor shower,' which lights up the summer night sky. Under Dr. Naito’s guidance, participants can lie down on the spacious outfield and enjoy watching shooting stars streak across the sky during the new moon night. Additionally, attendees will use astronomical telescopes to observe beautiful double stars, often compared to jewels, as well as star clusters invisible to the naked eye. All attendees will receive a complimentary star chart. This stargazing experience is perfect for summer memories and even school science projects. Why not gaze at the stars and create unforgettable summer moments at G-Town?

Event Overview

Date and Time: Wednesday, August 12, 19:30–21:00 (canceled in case of rain or cloudy skies)

Venue: Giants Town Stadium

Admission: Adults 2,000 yen, Children (elementary to high school students) 1,000 yen (children under elementary school age free)

Capacity: First-come, first-served basis for 300 participants (advance registration required)

Organizer: Tokyo Giants Town Management Company

Co-organizer: Inagi City

Support: Mitaka Star Guide Supporters

What to Bring: Leisure mat or sleeping bag, flashlight, telescope (optional if you have one)

Special Gift: Star chart

Registration Method

Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through Yomiuriland’s official membership service, 'Yomi-Ran CLUB' (free to join).

After successful registration, an e-ticket will be sent to the email address you registered.

Register here: https://land-ticket.yomiuriland.com/ticket/products/gtown_astro20260812

※ A Yomiuri ID (free to register) is required for registration and joining Yomi-Ran CLUB.

Register your Yomiuri ID here: https://land-member.yomiuriland.com/login/sign_up

Registration Period: Tuesday, July 14, 15:00 – Wednesday, August 12, 19:00

Profile of Dr. Seiichiro Naito (Lecturer)

Public outreach officer at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan. He is involved in disseminating research findings and managing citizen science astronomy projects. He is also active as a member of 'Tenpla,' a public astronomy initiative promoting communication between astronomy and society. He has contributed writings to publications such as 'Gekkan Tenmon Guide' (Seibundo Shinkosha).

Event Schedule

18:30– Registration opens (Location: Front Plaza of Giants Town Stadium)

19:30– Opening Ceremony

19:40– Stargazing Session

- Sky explanation by Dr. Seiichiro Naito

- Stargazing using astronomical telescopes

- Stargazing while lying down on the outfield

21:00 Event ends

Important Notes

- In case of cancellation due to weather or other reasons, an announcement will be made at noon on the day of the event on the official Tokyo Giants Town website. If canceled by the organizers, ticket refunds will be processed at a later date.

Official website: https://tokyo-giants-town.yomiuriland.com/

- Due to weather or cloud conditions, visibility of stars may be limited. Please understand in advance.

- Eating and drinking are not allowed on the field. Only water may be brought in and consumed.

- Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear. High heels and similar footwear are not permitted on the field.

- Please take individual precautions against heatstroke, such as wearing hats and replenishing water and salt.

【Event Inquiries】

Tokyo Giants Town Management Company

E-mail: [email protected]