
Hokuto no Mizukumi & Stargazing Event at Hatsu Beach
Japanese name:北斗の水くみ&星空観望会 in波津海岸
📅 Sat, Oct 3, 2026 - Sat, Oct 17, 2026
About this event
An event to observe 'Hokuto no Mizukumi' (the Big Dipper drawing sea water) in the night sky will be held at Hatsu Beach in Okagaki Town. This phenomenon is known as a rare sight worldwide, where the Big Dipper appears as if it is scooping up water from the sea. The event provides an opportunity to view this mystical starry sky. The venue is the Tourist Station Hokuto Shichisei. It will be canceled in the event of rain or cloudy weather. This event offers a precious opportunity to experience the mysteries of nature and a beautiful starry sky.
Official website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Okagaki Town Tourist Station Hokuto Shichisei (Okagaki Town Tourism Association)
670-34 Hara, Okagaki-machi, Onga-gun, Fukuoka 811-4202
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