NAYUTA Telescope - MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC | The creation of NAYUTA

In 1990, Nishiharima Astronomical Observatory Park saw the completion of a reflector telescope with a 60 centimeter primary mirror. To this day it remains one of the largest telescopes designed for public use.

Soon after its completion, the experts involved began setting their sights on yet a higher goal. That was the beginning of the development of Japan's largest reflector telescope, NAYUTA, opened to the public at long last in November, 2004.

NAYUTA's two-meter diameter primary mirror alone is a remarkable feat of engineering and construction in and of itself, but the opening of such a sophisticated telescope to the public has made it all the more extraordinary.

In the global arena, two-meter-class telescopes are preferred for their versatile functionality, and are leading the way in the making of important astronomical discoveries. The strong desire by everyone involved to promote general research and contribute to the science of astronomy is reflected in the proud completion of NAYUTA in 2004.