JapanWowo Sunrise & Sunset Timetable
Japan observes Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9) nationwide, without Daylight Saving Time. As an archipelago on the eastern edge of Asia, it is famously known as the "Land of the Rising Sun".
Popular Cities
Tokyo
TokyoThe capital of Japan, a massive metropolis blending ultra-modern skyscrapers with historic temples, and a global hub of fashion, food, and technology.
Kyoto
KyotoThe cultural and historical heart of Japan, famous for its thousands of classical Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, traditional wooden houses, and beautiful gardens.
Osaka
OsakaJapan's second-largest city and the core of the Kansai region, famous for its energetic merchant culture, modern architecture, and legendary street food.
Sapporo
HokkaidoThe capital of Hokkaido, famous for its annual snow festival, delicious ramen, local beer, and beautiful nearby ski resorts.
Fukuoka
FukuokaThe largest city on Kyushu Island, celebrated for its modern harbor, shopping malls, Hakata ramen, and lively open-air food stalls (Yatai).
Yokohama
KanagawaThe capital of Kanagawa Prefecture and Japan's second most populous city, known for its beautiful port area, Chinatown, and historic red brick warehouses.
Kobe
HyogoThe capital of Hyogo Prefecture, a scenic harbor city framed by Mt. Rokko, famous worldwide for its gourmet Kobe beef and spectacular night views.
Naha
OkinawaThe capital of Okinawa Prefecture, offering a unique blend of Ryukyu Kingdom heritage, vibrant market streets, and tropical beach getaways.
Nagoya
AichiThe capital of Aichi Prefecture and the industrial hub of central Japan, housing the majestic Nagoya Castle and ancient Atsuta Shrine.
Scenic Spots
Mount Fuji
ShizuokaThe symbol of Japan, famous for 'Goraiko' (the arrival of light) sunrise views from the summit.
Fushimi Inari-taisha
KyotoThe head shrine of Inari, located in Kyoto, famous for its mesmerizing path of thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates winding up the forest trail.
Kiyomizu-dera
KyotoOne of the most celebrated temples in Japan, renowned for its massive wooden stage built entirely without nails, hanging off the hillside to offer panoramic views.
Senso-ji
TokyoTokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, dedicated to Kannon Bosatsu. The iconic Kaminarimon gate with its giant red lantern leads to Nakamise shopping street.
Nara Park
NaraA vast public park home to over a thousand free-roaming sacred sika deer, containing historic UNESCO sites like Todai-ji Temple.
Lake Kawaguchiko
YamanashiOne of the scenic Fuji Five Lakes, offering some of the most iconic, picturesque post-card views of Mount Fuji and its reflection over the water.
Itsukushima Shrine
HiroshimaA UNESCO World Heritage site on Miyajima Island, famous for its majestic "floating" torii gate which appears to rise out of the sea at high tide.
Shirakawa-go
GifuA fairytale-like mountain village famous for its unique traditional "Gassho-zukuri" thatched-roof houses, particularly beautiful in winter snow.
Himeji Castle
HyogoOften called the "White Heron Castle" due to its brilliant white exterior, it is Japan's premier samurai castle and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Hakone Owakudani
KanagawaA volcanic valley in Hakone famous for active sulfur vents, black hard-boiled eggs cooked in the hot springs, and scenic views of Mount Fuji.
Farm Tomita
HokkaidoA premier flower farm in Hokkaido, featuring breathtaking lavender fields and vibrant rainbow-colored flower strips covering rolling hills.
Otaru Canal
HokkaidoA nostalgic and romantic canal in Hokkaido lined with century-old brick warehouses, beautifully illuminated by gas lamps in the snowy evening.
Nikko Toshogu
TochigiThe lavishly decorated mausoleum shrine of Tokugawa Ieyasu in Nikko, featuring elaborate gold leaf details and famous wood carvings.
Kumamoto Castle
KumamotoOne of the three premier castles in Japan, famous for its grand black wood panels, robust defenses, and steep stone walls called Musha-gaeshi.
Kamakura Kokomae
KanagawaA legendary scenic railway crossing near the Shonan coast, made famous by the anime Slam Dunk, offering beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean.
Jigokudani Monkey Park
NaganoA scenic valley in Nagano where wild Japanese macaques (snow monkeys) come down to bathe in natural hot springs amidst the snow.
Shiratani Unsuikyo
KagoshimaA moss-covered ravine forest in Yakushima Island featuring ancient cedar trees, which inspired the magical forests in Princess Mononoke.
Kinkaku-ji
KyotoA Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, where the golden pavilion shines brilliantly in the late afternoon sun.