Stargazing | Shimoda TOKYU HOTEL [Official], a resort hotel with a spectacular view of the sea in Shimoda, Izu

The hotel garden where the sky stretches out towards the horizon,
The moon rises and the stars twinkle at night.
Why not take a spiritual journey into space from Shimoda?

At SHIMODA TOKYU HOTEL, you can enjoy the view of the sea and sky from a special seat.
You can easily enjoy astronomical observations such as constellations, the moon, planets, and meteors.
We have astronomical observation goods available, so please feel free to use them.

A special seat for astronomy observation

Olive tree is the landmark of this special seat in the garden, right in front of the sea.

Stargazing at Olive Garden

On a clear day, the garden commands a view of the Izu Islands, including Niijima and Shikinejima, on the horizon. Olive garden sits at the very front of the garden.
On the left is the Susaki Peninsula, on the right is Cape Noroizaki, and in the center is Oura Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
At night, you can see a wide range of moon and stars.

Accommodation plans with astronomical observation benefits

Astronomical observation goods

The telescope is available for use in the lobby. Observe the lunar eclipse and planets!

Please refer to the constellation encyclopedia in your room or lounge.

Take this glowing constellation chart out to the garden and search for constellations.

Flashlight It's dark at night, so please bring a flashlight.

These binoculars allow you to easily observe the starry sky.

An easy-to-understand picture book of constellations with color photos and diagrams!

Star charts are also used in school classes.

Lie down on the yoga mat garden and look at the night sky.

Please feel free to ask our staff if you would like to use any of the above astronomical observation items.

A walk through the gorgeous winter sky with first magnitude stars twinkling

Find Orion and the Winter Triangle

Orion: There are three stars lined up in the belt of Orion, a character in Greek mythology, and diagonally across from them are the blue first-magnitude star Rigel and the orange first-magnitude star Betelgeuse.

Sirius: The brightest star shining below Orion is Sirius in the constellation Canis Major.

Winter Triangle: If you connect the orange first magnitude star Sirius in Orion and Procyon in Canis Minor, you will get the "Winter Triangle." Canis Minor is on the left side of Orion.

Orion and the Winter Triangle in the southern winter sky

A walk through the summer night sky with the beautiful Milky Way

Find the Summer Triangle and Antares in Scorpio

The Milky Way and constellations visible in the southern sky in summer

Scorpio: The S-shaped constellation Scorpio lies near the horizon. Try to find the red 1st magnitude star Antares in Scorpio.

Summer Triangle: Find the summer 1st magnitude stars Vega, Altair, and Deneb shining high overhead.
Vega is the star of Orihime on Tanabata, and Altair is the star of Hikoboshi (Altair).

The Six Stars of Nanto: Sagittarius is located in the area where the Milky Way appears brighter and wider than the other areas. Look for the ladle-shaped constellation Nanto Six Stars.

Planet Observation: Venus, Jupiter, Saturn and Mars are bright and easy to see.
It's not on a star chart, so you can check its location using a smartphone app.