Sunrise & sunset times in Akashi, Japan
On Wednesday 2 September 2026, the sun rises at 05:33 and sets at 18:25 in Akashi. All times are shown in the Asia/Tokyo timezone.
Today in Akashi
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Golden hour in Akashi today
Golden hour is the soft, warm light when the sun is low — from just after sunrise up to a few degrees above the horizon, and again from a few degrees down to sunset. The exact length depends on latitude and the time of year.
Photographers use golden hour for soft, directional warm light. Architects and travellers track it to time outdoor shots and walks in Akashi when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Akashi (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Akashi’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:06 | 17:11 | 12:09 | 10h 05m |
| February | 06:45 | 17:42 | 12:14 | 10h 56m |
| March | 06:11 | 18:07 | 12:08 | 11h 55m |
| April | 05:29 | 18:31 | 12:00 | 13h 02m |
| May | 04:57 | 18:55 | 11:56 | 13h 57m |
| June | 04:46 | 19:14 | 12:00 | 14h 27m |
| July | 04:57 | 19:13 | 12:05 | 14h 15m |
| August | 05:20 | 18:48 | 12:04 | 13h 28m |
| September | 05:42 | 18:07 | 11:55 | 12h 24m |
| October | 06:05 | 17:25 | 11:45 | 11h 20m |
| November | 06:33 | 16:55 | 11:44 | 10h 22m |
| December | 06:59 | 16:50 | 11:54 | 9h 51m |
Solar year in Akashi (2026)
Day length in Akashi swings by 4h 39m between the longest day in June and the shortest in December.
Day length across the year in Akashi
Longest day in Akashi: 14h 20m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 9h 40m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 12h 41m.
Moon tonight in Akashi
Next full moon on 26 September 2026, next new moon on 11 September 2026. See the full moon page for the live phase visual and a moon overlay on the interactive map.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Akashi today?▼
The sun rises at 05:33 Asia/Tokyo in Akashi, Japan today.
What time is sunset in Akashi today?▼
The sun sets at 18:25 Asia/Tokyo in Akashi today.
How long is the day in Akashi today?▼
Daylight in Akashi today lasts 12 hours and 52 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Akashi?▼
The morning golden hour in Akashi runs from 05:07 to 06:06, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:52 to 18:51.
What is the timezone of Akashi?▼
Akashi uses the Asia/Tokyo timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Akashi?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Akashi is 21 June 2026, with 14h 29m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Akashi?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Akashi is 22 December 2026, with 9h 50m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Akashi?▼
Between the longest and shortest day of 2026, day length in Akashi swings by 4h 39m.