Timeline
17:18
Pick up a hot drink or light snack at this 24-hour Japanese restaurant. It is just a four-minute walk from the viewing spot, so you can grab something warm and settle in before the crowd arrives.
17:38
Walk to the nearby Royal Host family restaurant. It is a seven-minute walk from the previous stop. Grab a coffee or a sweet treat here if you prefer a more casual seating area to wait out the final minutes before the sun dips.
18:03
中央区コミュニティサイクル B4-12.The Tokyo Towers
Stand at the Tokyo Towers bike rental spot. On the specified date, the sun sets directly behind Tokyo Tower from this vantage point. This is the moment to capture the silhouette of the tower against the fading light.
18:23
Walk to Hama-rikyū Gardens. The twenty-five-minute walk from the anchor leads you to this historic public garden. The evening light is soft here, and the tea house offers a peaceful place to rest after the viewing.
Local tip
The viewing alignment at the bike rental spot is precise. Arrive early to secure your spot. Hama-rikyū Gardens is open late, making it a perfect calm end to the evening.
Check before you go
- Verify the exact sunset time for your specific day in April using the local weather app, as the computed time is around 18:03.
- Hama-rikyū Gardens closing times can vary by season; check their current hours before heading there.
Worth knowing
- Sun position is calculated. We have not confirmed the view is unobstructed.
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