Timeline
17:27
Walk from the Shimonoseki City Art Museum toward the east. The museum closes at 16:30, so use this time to explore the exterior gardens or the nearby grounds before heading to the viewing spot.
17:32
Arrive at Sekimidai Park. It is just a five-minute walk from the museum area. Find a bench or a clear spot facing west to watch the sky change color.
17:42
Watch the sun set toward the west. The golden light begins at 17:08, leading into the sunset at 17:42. The park offers a calm vantage point away from the main streets.
17:57
Head back toward the museum area. Since there are no food or drink options listed nearby, you will need to check the route to find dinner and a drink after dark.
Local tip
The park is small and quiet. If you want more options for food and drink, you will need to walk further into the city center after the sunset.
Check before you go
- The museum is closed after 16:30.
- Sunset is at 17:42 on 15 October.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Shimonoseki (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).