Timeline
16:24
Grab a coffee and a sweet treat at Fusen, a cafe just an eight-minute walk from the signaling hill. It opens at 08:00, so you will have plenty of time to arrive before the sun begins to dip.
16:44
Walk up to Okayama Signaling Hill. From this vantage point, you can see the town below where the famous flare was fired. The hill is a quiet spot to watch the sky change color.
17:04
Stay for the sunset at 17:04. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting long shadows over the historic landscape. It is a moment of stillness before the evening begins.
17:34
Head to Uoshige for dinner. This restaurant specializes in eel dishes and is located in the heart of the southern side of town. It is open from 17:00, so you can arrive right after the sunset.
18:34
Finish the night with sushi at Omatsu Sushi. Located near Uoshige, it stays open until 22:00 on weekdays, giving you time to linger over a meal.
Local tip
Uoshige is closed on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Check the days before you go.
Check before you go
- Fusen is open Mo,Th-Su 09:30-18:00.
- Uoshige is open Thu-Tue 17:00-20:00 (closed first and third Tuesdays).
- Omatsu Sushi is open Fri-Wed 16:00-22:00.
Worth knowing
- Fusen is open at 16:24 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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