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Shimonoseki, Japan - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Shimonoseki? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Shimonoseki, 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.

Shimonoseki Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
5:51 AM – 6:24 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Sunrise times by month in Shimonoseki

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:22 AM5:30 PM10h 7m
February7:03 AM6:00 PM10h 57m
March6:29 AM6:24 PM11h 55m
April5:47 AM6:47 PM13h 0m
May5:16 AM7:11 PM13h 54m
June5:05 AM7:29 PM14h 23m
July5:16 AM7:29 PM14h 12m
August5:38 AM7:05 PM13h 26m
September6:00 AM6:25 PM12h 25m
October6:21 AM5:44 PM11h 22m
November6:49 AM5:14 PM10h 25m
December7:15 AM5:09 PM9h 54m

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Shimonoseki today?

Today's sunrise in Shimonoseki, Japan is at 5:51 AM, giving 12h 52m of daylight before sunset at 6:43 PM.

What time is first light in Shimonoseki today?

First light in Shimonoseki begins at 5:26 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 5:51 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Shimonoseki?

The morning golden hour in Shimonoseki runs 5:51 AM – 6:24 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 Shimonoseki?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (5:51 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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