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Evening

Sunset at the River View

The Miyagi Museum of Art’s garden offers a quiet, elevated view of the river as the day ends. It is the perfect place to watch the sun dip below the horizon before heading into the city for a late meal.

Best time: 15 OctoberAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 15:29

    Di Verde Hachiman

    Start with a relaxed dinner at Di Verde Hachiman. This restaurant is open until 22:00, giving you plenty of time to eat and digest before the evening light shifts. The walk from the landmark is just 13 minutes.

  2. 16:14

    Miyagi Museum of Art

    Walk up to the Miyagi Museum of Art. The museum is currently closed for renovations, but the garden and the view of the river remain accessible. Arrive here to secure a good spot in the garden as the golden light begins around 16:23.

  3. 16:59

    Miyagi Museum of Art

    Watch the sunset. On 15 October, the sun sets toward the west at 16:59. The garden provides a clear, unobstructed view of this event.

  4. 17:59

    Di Verde Hachiman

    End the evening back at Di Verde Hachiman for a nightcap or a second round of drinks. It is close by and stays open late.

Local tip

The museum building itself is closed, so focus on the outdoor garden space for the best experience. Check the exact sunset time for your specific day of visit, as it varies slightly throughout the year.

Check before you go

  • The Miyagi Museum of Art is closed for renovations since June 2023. Only the garden is accessible.
  • Di Verde Hachiman is open daily from 11:00 to 22:00.
  • Sunset on 15 October is at 16:59 local time.

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

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