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Sunset

Golden Hour at Hisaya-Odori

Watch the sun dip below the skyline while the park comes alive with music.

Best time: 16:24About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:17

    Yabaton

    Grab a sizzling misokatsu set at Yabaton. The pork cutlet arrives on a hotplate over shredded cabbage, a classic Nagoya flavor to fuel your evening.

  2. 16:47

    Hisaya-Odori Park

    Walk 13 minutes to Hisaya-Odori Park. Find a spot near the fountains as the late afternoon light begins to soften. Local musicians often set up here on weekends, adding a soundtrack to the view.

  3. 17:02

    Nagoya TV Tower

    Head to the base of the Nagoya TV Tower. Look up at the 180-meter structure as the sun sets toward the WSW. The golden light reflects off the tower and the park below, offering a striking view of Japan's oldest TV tower against the fading sky.

  4. 17:32

    The Rock Aussie Sports Bar & Grill

    End the night with a drink at The Rock Aussie Sports Bar & Grill. It is just a short walk from the tower. Enjoy Australian fare and live music some Sunday nights in a relaxed atmosphere.

Local tip

The park is open 24/7, but the musicians typically appear on weekend afternoons and evenings. Check the route from Yabaton to the park if you need directions.

Check before you go

  • Yabaton is open 11:00-21:00.
  • The Rock Aussie Sports Bar & Grill is open 17:30-24:00 on weekdays and Sundays.

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

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