Yoshiaki Sofue (born May 2, 1943) is a prominent Japanese astronomer recognized for his expertise in galaxy astronomy, radio astronomy, and interstellar physics. He holds a doctorate in science and is an emeritus professor at the University of Tokyo, formerly holding professorships at Meisei University and Kagoshima University. Sofue has made significant contributions to his field, having authored over 100 major papers. He has trained numerous students and is well-regarded internationally for his pioneering work in astronomy.
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Meaning of the name - Yoshiaki
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Yoshiaki Sofue belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Chiba Prefecture
Educated At: University of Tokyo
Occupation: astronomer
Employers: Meisei University | Kagoshima University | University of Tokyo
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.Ephemeris for May 2, 1943
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 2, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for May 2, 2026 |
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| Sun | 11 Taurus 25 | 12 Taurus 18 | 0 Leo 55 |
| Moon | 20 Aries 28 | 23 Scorpio 6 | 7 Taurus 14 |
| Mercury | 1 Gemini 51 | 29 Aries 13 | 8 Leo 18 |
| Venus | 19 Gemini 51 | 10 Gemini 21 | 12 Virgo 45 |
| Mars | 11 Pisces 31 | 17 Aries 40 | 11 Taurus 20 |
| Jupiter | 18 Cancer 56 | 19 Cancer 10 | 5 Leo 3 |
| Saturn | 11 Gemini 44 | 9 Aries 14 | 22 Gemini 6 |
| Uranus | 3 Gemini 16 | 0 Gemini 23 | 7 Gemini 45 |
| Neptune | 29 Virgo 41 | 3 Aries 18 | 29 Virgo 48 |
| Pluto | 4 Leo 58 | 5 Aquarius 30 | 6 Leo 40 |
| Rahu | 21 Leo 4 | 5 Pisces 43 | 16 Leo 40 |
| Ketu | 21 Aquarius 4 | 5 Virgo 43 | 16 Aquarius 40 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026
Yoshiaki Sofue's 2026 Transits to Natal Planets
- Rahu conjunction Mars
Exact: 01 January, 2026 - Mars square Moon
Exact: 11 January, 2026 - Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 11 January, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 11 January, 2026 - Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 20 February, 2026 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 20 February, 2026 - Saturn sextile Mercury
Exact: 12 March, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 01 May, 2026 - Saturn sextile Saturn
Exact: 31 May, 2026 - Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Saturn sextile Saturn
Exact: 18 September, 2026 - Jupiter trine Moon
Exact: 08 October, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Rahu
Exact: 08 October, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Ketu
Exact: 08 October, 2026 - Mars aspects Mars
Exact: 18 October, 2026 - Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 07 November, 2026 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 07 November, 2026
