Planetarium Program: The Story of Tanabata(七夕)

Colorful Tanabata festivals are held across Japan in early July and August. Among the biggest ones are the Tanabata festivals of Sendai in August and Hiratsuka near Tokyo in July.  Tanabata (七夕), also known as the “star festival”, takes place on the 7th day of the 7th month of the year, when, according to a Chinese legend, the two stars Altair and Vega, which are usually separated from each other by the Milky Way, are able to meet. Step inside our inflatable dome for this interactive and unique planetarium program. Suitable for ages 4+. Programs begin on time and late arrivals will not be admitted as it ruins the experience for others.  Seating limited to 25 people per show time. Show times:  1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:00pm Click below to purchase tickets; scroll down to choose the correct program time. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE