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Sunset

Golden Hour at Goshaku Park

Catch the sunset glow over Hamamatsu with a quick drink nearby, then head to the park for the view.

Best time: 17:00About 45 min

Timeline

  1. 16:30

    Planet Cafe

    Sip a drink at Planet Cafe. This medium-sized club has DJ events and a mostly Japanese crowd. It is a 9-minute walk from the museum.

  2. 16:45

    五社公園

    Walk 12 minutes south-southeast to Goshaku Park. Arrive just in time to find a good spot facing west as the sun begins to dip.

  3. 17:00

    五社公園

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, offering a clear view of the golden light fading over the horizon.

  4. 17:15

    Payaka

    Head to Payaka for dinner. This Indonesian and Thai restaurant with an 'island life' theme has a large terrace and cozy interior. It is open until 22:00, so you have plenty of time.

Local tip

The walk from Planet Cafe to Goshaku Park is short and easy. Payaka is located a bit out of the center, so take a taxi if you want to avoid a long walk after sunset.

Check before you go

  • Planet Cafe is a nightclub; check if they have a DJ event if you prefer live music or a quieter atmosphere.
  • Payaka is open 12:00-22:00. Ensure you arrive before 22:00 for dinner.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Hamamatsu (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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