Timeline
15:20
Browse the traditional crafts and fans at Tōkyō Kyūkyodō. The shop is open from 10:00 to 19:00, so you have plenty of time to look around before the light changes.
16:10
Grab a quick bite of tonkatsu at Tonki. It is a popular spot, so be prepared for a short wait. The restaurant is open until 22:00 on most days.
16:35
Stand at Sukiyabashi Crossing near the Sony Building. This is your vantage point. The sun sets toward the WSW, so you will see the sky darken in the direction of the Ginza streets.
17:15
Walk south to Hama-rikyū Gardens. The 22-minute walk gives you time to digest and transition. The garden is a perfect place to end the evening as the city lights begin to flicker on.
Local tip
The walk from the Sony Building to Hama-rikyū Gardens is a steady 22 minutes south. Keep an eye on the sunset direction (WSW) while you are at the crossing.
Check before you go
- Tonki is closed on Tuesdays and the third Monday of the month.
- Hama-rikyū Gardens has specific closing times for the tea house and garden, so check the current hours before you arrive after sunset.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Tokyo (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).