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Sunset

Golden Light at Hōmyōji

Catch the last warm light of the day at a historic temple, starting with a quick drink nearby.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:50

    PUMP craft beer bar

    Grab a pint at PUMP craft beer bar. It is a short three-minute walk from Hōmyōji and opens at 15:00 on weekdays or 15:00 on Saturdays. On Sundays it opens at 15:00. This gives you time to settle in before the walk up.

  2. 16:20

    Hōmyōji

    Walk 12 minutes NE to Hōmyōji. Arrive with half an hour to spare to see the temple grounds and the beautiful statue of Kishimojin holding a baby. The late afternoon light will be hitting the temple structures as you approach.

  3. 16:50

    Hōmyōji

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 16:50. Stand in the temple grounds and let the golden light fade into the evening.

  4. 17:35

    PUMP craft beer bar

    Return to PUMP craft beer bar for a nightcap. The walk back is just three minutes. It stays open until 23:30 on weekdays and Saturdays, or 22:00 on Sundays.

Local tip

PUMP is a cash-on-delivery pub chain. Bring cash for your drinks.

Check before you go

  • PUMP craft beer bar hours vary by day: We-Fr 17:00-23:30; Sa 15:00-23:30; Su 15:00-22:00. Check the specific day of your visit.

Worth knowing

  • PUMP craft beer bar is open at 15:50 only on Sa, Su
  • PUMP craft beer bar is open at 17:35 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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