Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Japan
Sunrise in Japan today ranges from 06:02 in Sendai to 06:41 in Fukuoka, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Tokyo
Sunrise
06:05
Sunset
17:42
Major Cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 06:05 | 17:42 | 11h 37m |
| Osaka | 06:21 | 17:59 | 11h 38m |
| Nagoya | 06:16 | 17:53 | 11h 37m |
| Sapporo | 06:03 | 17:31 | 11h 28m |
| Fukuoka | 06:41 | 18:20 | 11h 39m |
| Kyoto | 06:20 | 17:58 | 11h 37m |
| Kobe | 06:23 | 18:00 | 11h 38m |
| Hiroshima | 06:33 | 18:11 | 11h 38m |
| Sendai | 06:02 | 17:36 | 11h 34m |
About Sunrise & Sunset in Japan
Japan spans approximately 36.2°N. At this latitude, Japan sees significant seasonal daylight variation, from roughly 9 hours in winter to 15 hours in summer. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in Japan
Golden hour photography across Japan varies by location and season. Near-tropical regions of Japan experience shorter golden hour windows of 20 to 40 minutes, but the warm light is intense. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in Japan
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Japan depends on latitude. Japan sees significant seasonal variation, with summer days roughly 5 to 6 hours longer than winter days.
The best time of year to visit Japan for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is sunrise in Japan today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in Japan is at 06:02 (Sendai) and the latest is 06:41 (Fukuoka), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in Japan has the earliest sunrise?
- Sendai currently has the earliest sunrise in Japan at 06:02. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does Japan get?
- Japan receives roughly 9 hours of daylight in winter and up to 15 hours in summer, reflecting its mid-latitude position.