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Sunrise and sunset in Osaka, Japan
Tuesday, October 13
Golden hour: 6:02 AM–6:36 AM and 4:54 PM–5:28 PM
Times are local time in Osaka. Current time in Osaka →
Sunrise and sunset in Osaka through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:53 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 52m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:04 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 22m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:19 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 47m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:32 AM | 4:55 PM | 10h 23m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:47 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 1m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 6:58 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 51m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:06 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 52m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:06 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 4m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:58 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 29m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 55m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:29 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 24m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:11 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 55m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 5:47 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 32m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 5:28 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 1m |
| May 1, 2027 | 5:09 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 33m |
| May 15, 2027 | 4:57 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 57m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 4:47 AM | 7:06 PM | 14h 19m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 4:45 AM | 7:13 PM | 14h 28m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 4:49 AM | 7:16 PM | 14h 27m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 4:56 AM | 7:13 PM | 14h 17m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 5:08 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 54m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 5:19 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 30m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 5:31 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 56m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 5:41 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 27m |
Calculated for 34.69°N, 135.50°E, including daylight saving time where Osaka uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Osaka this year
- Longest day: June 22 (14h 29m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (9h 50m)
- Earliest sunrise: 4:45 AM on June 9
- Latest sunset: 7:16 PM on June 25
Questions
What time is sunrise in Osaka today?
On October 13, the sun rises at 6:02 AM and sets at 5:28 PM in Osaka, giving 11 hours 26 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Osaka?
The longest day in Osaka in 2026 is June 22, with 14 hours 29 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Osaka?
The shortest day in Osaka in 2026 is December 22, with 9 hours 50 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Osaka?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 4:45 AM on June 9, and the latest sunset is 7:16 PM on June 25. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Osaka?
Today, golden hour in Osaka is from sunrise (6:02 AM) to 6:36 AM in the morning, and from 4:54 PM to sunset (5:28 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.