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[PO2-28]Regarding Initiatives Concerning "OBSERVATORY BATHING"
~A Study on Domestic and International Question-Answering~
*Yuko Muto1,2 (1. Minami-Aso Luna Observatory (Japan), 2. University of East Asia (Japan) )
キーワード：
OBSERVATORY BATHING、Well-being、Questionnaire Survey、Text Mining Analysis、Comparison of Domestic and International Responses
In recent years, various countries have been focusing on initiatives to enhance regional well-being and improve quality of life.Within the astronomy community, the International Astronomical Union has established a section titled "Astronomy for Mental Health,"focusing on activities that leverage astronomy's potential to inspire and serve as a tool for improving people's mental health and well-being.
Additionally, in Japan's planetarium industry, a demonstration experiment of 'Museum Bath(R)', an initiative that utilizes the relaxation effects of museums to promote and maintain people's health and prevent diseases, was conducted at the Dome Theater of the Fukuoka City Science Museum.
In addition, in a collaborative project between the Minami-Aso Luna Observatory and the Fukuoka City Science Museum, special screenings are regularly held in which the live night sky of Minamiaso Village is projected onto a dome in real time, allowing participants to experience the great outdoors through interactions with guides. The effectiveness of utilizing museums beyond just as "places of learning" is being verified.
Against this backdrop, we hypothesized that gazing at the stars might restore people's well-being.We advocate for "OBSERVATORY BATHING" as a space supporting the well-being of diverse generations. As part of the outcome verification for the stargazing events (starry sky experiences) conducted by Minami-Aso Luna Observatory, we are administering written and multiple-choice questionnaire surveys for participants.
This study compared the emotional responses of domestic and international participants regarding their stargazing experiences.\r\nAs a result, we identified consistent patterns in emotional states following the experience. Domestic participants tended to perceive effects related to learning and education, while international participants showed a greater tendency to perceive effects linked to healing and awe experiences.
Additionally, in Japan's planetarium industry, a demonstration experiment of 'Museum Bath(R)', an initiative that utilizes the relaxation effects of museums to promote and maintain people's health and prevent diseases, was conducted at the Dome Theater of the Fukuoka City Science Museum.
In addition, in a collaborative project between the Minami-Aso Luna Observatory and the Fukuoka City Science Museum, special screenings are regularly held in which the live night sky of Minamiaso Village is projected onto a dome in real time, allowing participants to experience the great outdoors through interactions with guides. The effectiveness of utilizing museums beyond just as "places of learning" is being verified.
Against this backdrop, we hypothesized that gazing at the stars might restore people's well-being.We advocate for "OBSERVATORY BATHING" as a space supporting the well-being of diverse generations. As part of the outcome verification for the stargazing events (starry sky experiences) conducted by Minami-Aso Luna Observatory, we are administering written and multiple-choice questionnaire surveys for participants.
This study compared the emotional responses of domestic and international participants regarding their stargazing experiences.\r\nAs a result, we identified consistent patterns in emotional states following the experience. Domestic participants tended to perceive effects related to learning and education, while international participants showed a greater tendency to perceive effects linked to healing and awe experiences.