Sunset
Sunset in Tokyo
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Sunset
6:24 PM
Direction
West-Northwest(288°)
Sunrise
4:55 AM
The sun sets in the west, but its exact position changes throughout the year. In Tokyo, this page shows the exact direction so you know where to look.
In Tokyo, sunset shifts between northwest in summer and southwest in winter.
Best sunset spots in Tokyo
- Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (west deck)Map
Free high deck with a clear western view toward Mt. Fuji at sunset
- Odaiba Seaside Park (Rainbow Bridge side)Map
Bayfront with a western view of the skyline and Rainbow Bridge at dusk
- Shibuya SkyMap
High open-air deck with a 360° view, especially dramatic facing west
Tips
- Arrive 20–30 minutes before sunset
- Face the direction shown on the map
- Check cloud cover near the western horizon
- A clear horizon and a city skyline often produce the best photos