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Sunset

Golden Hour on Mt. Utatsu

Catch the last light of day from Kanazawa’s hidden summit.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:15

    Roji Omoya

    Grab a tea and a mini cake at Roji Omoya. The cozy atmosphere is perfect for settling in before the climb.

  2. 16:40

    Mt. Utatsu

    Walk up to Mt. Utatsu. You will find yourself on the slopes near Toyokuni Shrine, looking out over the city.

  3. 17:00

    Mt. Utatsu

    Watch the sun sink toward the WSW. The golden light fades into the evening sky, turning the city below into a quiet silhouette.

  4. 17:25

    Shogyotei

    Head down to Shogyotei for a late dinner. The traditional Japanese restaurant stays open late, offering a warm end to your evening.

Local tip

The walk from Roji Omoya to the summit is short but steep. Wear comfortable shoes. Shogyotei is open until 22:00, so you have time to linger after the sunset.

Check before you go

  • Roji Omoya is open 11:00-17:00. Ensure you arrive before 17:00.
  • Shogyotei is open Th-Tu 17:00-22:00. Check that the day of your visit falls within these days.

Worth knowing

  • Shogyotei is open at 17:25 only on Mo, Tu, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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

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