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Uchinoura Space Science Museum

Uchinoura Space Science Museum interprets the launch site that sent Japan's first satellite, Ohsumi, into orbit. Exhibits include rocket and scientific-satellite models, instruments, development and test hardware, and a model of the historic Mu launch tower; visitors can also follow the site's public route past launch pads, full-scale rocket displays, and tracking antennas when operations allow.

Identity

Name
Uchinoura Space Science Museum
Region
ASIA
Type
museum

Details

Description
Uchinoura Space Science Museum interprets the launch site that sent Japan's first satellite, Ohsumi, into orbit. Exhibits include rocket and scientific-satellite models, instruments, development and test hardware, and a model of the historic Mu launch tower; visitors can also follow the site's public route past launch pads, full-scale rocket displays, and tracking antennas when operations allow.
Latitude
31.25015
Location
Longitude
131.07566
Operational Status
operational
Ownership
government

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Creation Time
July 29, 2026 at 07:24:43 UTC
Updated Time
July 29, 2026 at 07:24:43 UTC