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Okinawa, Japan - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Okinawa? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Okinawa, Japan, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Okinawa Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:10 AM – 6:41 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Sunrise times by month in Okinawa

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:19 AM5:58 PM10h 39m
February7:06 AM6:22 PM11h 15m
March6:40 AM6:38 PM11h 58m
April6:07 AM6:53 PM12h 45m
May5:43 AM7:09 PM13h 25m
June5:37 AM7:23 PM13h 46m
July5:46 AM7:25 PM13h 38m
August6:02 AM7:07 PM13h 5m
September6:15 AM6:35 PM12h 20m
October6:28 AM6:02 PM11h 34m
November6:48 AM5:40 PM10h 52m
December7:09 AM5:40 PM10h 30m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

Tonight's sunset in Okinawa — time, golden hour & quality forecast

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Okinawa today?

Today's sunrise in Okinawa, Japan is at 6:10 AM, giving 12h 39m of daylight before sunset at 6:50 PM.

What time is first light in Okinawa today?

First light in Okinawa begins at 5:46 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:10 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Okinawa?

The morning golden hour in Okinawa runs 6:10 AM – 6:41 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Okinawa?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:10 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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