One of the most breathtaking surprises for first-time visitors to Tokuji is the sheer brilliance of the night sky. Mr. Nakagawa, who first came to the region as a high school vice-principal, was so captivated by these stars that he made them his life’s work. Now a stargazing instructor at the National Yamaguchi Tokuji Youth Outdoor Learning Center, Mr. Nakagawa serves as your expert guide to the cosmos. From identifying constellations to spotting the frequent shooting stars that grace these dark skies, he invites you on an endless journey into the universe. Here, the stars feel close enough to touch.