What moon is it today?
Today phase is Waxing Gibbous with about 99.3% illumination on 2026-05-01 (Asia/Tokyo).
Moon today in Tokyo
Calculated for the timezone shown on this page.
Timezone used for these results: Asia/Tokyo.
Current lunar status
2026-05-01 — Waxing Gibbous
Approx. illumination: 99.3% · Lunar age: 13.96 days since new moon
Earth–Moon distance (illustrative model): 405693 km
Timezone: Asia/Tokyo
Upcoming phases
Times are indicative for the calendar civil day (may differ from official tables).
New moon
2026-05-17 00:00
First quarter
2026-05-24 07:45
Full moon
2026-05-02 04:15
Last quarter
2026-05-10 00:00
Next full moons
- 2026-05-02 - Full Moon
- 2026-06-01 - Full Moon
- 2026-06-30 - Full Moon
- 2026-07-30 - Full Moon
- 2026-08-28 - Full Moon
Moon today FAQ
When is the next full moon?
The next full moon is around 2026-05-02 04:15.
When is the next new moon?
The next new moon is expected on 2026-05-17 00:00.
Moon effects today
- Tides: spring tides tend to cluster around new and full moon in equilibrium models (not a substitute for nautical tables).
- Recreational fishing: some calendars highlight windows near phase changes; always check local rules.
- Garden folklore: waxing vs waning guidance is general, not a substitute for agronomy advice.
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