Sun Times in Hōshakuji
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hōshakuji?
Sunrise in Hōshakuji on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:11 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hōshakuji?
Sunset in Hōshakuji on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:07 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hōshakuji?
Morning golden hour in Hōshakuji ends at 5:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:33 PM.
How long is the day in Hōshakuji?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Hōshakuji there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hōshakuji?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hōshakuji at 11:39 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hōshakuji?
In Hōshakuji, sunset is at 6:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:37 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hōshakuji?
Twilight in Hōshakuji lasts approximately 90 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Hōshakuji?
The earliest sunrise in Hōshakuji in 2026 is at 4:20 AM on June 12 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hōshakuji?
The latest sunset in Hōshakuji in 2026 is at 7:02 PM on June 22 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hōshakuji?
After sunset at 6:07 PM in Hōshakuji, civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:37 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hōshakuji shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Hōshakuji
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hōshakuji on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:51 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 56m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 5:51 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:07 AM | 6:14 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 4:33 AM | 6:40 PM | 14h 07m |
| June | 4:20 AM | 7:00 PM | 14h 39m |
| July | 4:32 AM | 6:58 PM | 14h 26m |
| August | 4:57 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 5:21 AM | 5:48 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 5:46 AM | 5:04 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 4:31 PM | 10h 14m |
| December | 6:44 AM | 4:25 PM | 9h 41m |
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