Current Time in Tokyo, Japan
Check the current time in Tokyo, including its time zone, UTC offset, and daylight saving status. Use this page to quickly plan calls, travel, or meetings with people in Tokyo.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Time Difference from Tokyo
About Time in Tokyo
Tokyo uses Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9) year-round. Japan does not observe daylight saving time, which makes Tokyo a stable reference point for international scheduling. As one of the world's largest financial centers and the home of major manufacturers, Tokyo's local time matters for currency markets, semiconductor supply chains, gaming and anime release schedules, and travel through Haneda and Narita. People often compare Tokyo with Los Angeles, London, and Sydney to find a meeting overlap.
Best Times for International Meetings
Tokyo to Los Angeles is most practical from 8:00 to 10:00 AM JST, which is the previous afternoon in California. For New York, very early Tokyo mornings or late evenings are typically required. Singapore and Hong Kong are within an hour of Tokyo, so the entire workday overlaps. Sydney is just 1–2 hours ahead, which makes Asia-Pacific calls easy. London is best reached in the late Tokyo afternoon or evening.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone does Tokyo use?
Tokyo uses Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9) year-round.
Does Tokyo observe daylight saving time?
No, Japan does not observe daylight saving time.
How far ahead is Tokyo from New York?
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of New York during DST and 14 hours ahead in winter.
Is Tokyo in the same time zone as Seoul?
Yes, Tokyo and Seoul both use UTC+9 year-round.
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Last updated: August 2026