Sakai
Osaka, Japan
Today
Mar 13, 2026
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Coordinates
34.5822°, 135.4665°
Elevation
N/A
Population
826,161
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Country Code
JP
Admin Region
Osaka
Light Pollution
9
Class 1
DarkClass 5
SuburbanClass 9
City
DarkClass 5
SuburbanClass 9
City
Sakai Classification
Poor for Astronomy
Bortle Class 9: Inner City Sky
Inner city sky
Visible Tonight
Entire sky brightly lit, only Moon, planets, and brightest stars visible
💡 Urban Sky Recommendation
Focus on lunar and planetary observation. Consider driving to a darker location for deep sky work.
💡 Tip: Check "Nearby Dark Sky" section below to find better observing sites within driving distance
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