Current Time in Tokyo
Tokyo operates on Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9) year-round. Japan does not observe Daylight Saving Time, making time calculations straightforward.
Tokyo
09:56:18 PM
Thu, May 21, 2026
Asia/Tokyo
GMT+9
GMT+9
No
Time Conversion Table
| City | Current Time | Offset | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 08:56:18 AM | GMT-4 | -13h |
| Chicago | 07:56:18 AM | GMT-5 | -14h |
| Denver | 06:56:18 AM | GMT-6 | -15h |
| Los Angeles | 05:56:18 AM | GMT-7 | -16h |
| London | 01:56:18 PM | GMT+1 | -8h |
| Berlin | 02:56:18 PM | GMT+2 | -7h |
| Dubai | 04:56:18 PM | GMT+4 | -5h |
| Mumbai | 06:26:18 PM | GMT+5:30 | -3h 30m |
| Singapore | 08:56:18 PM | GMT+8 | -1h |
| Tokyo | 09:56:18 PM | GMT+9 | +0h |
| Sydney | 10:56:18 PM | GMT+10 | +1h |
| Auckland | 12:56:18 AM | GMT+12 | +3h |
Use Cases
Coordinate with Japanese businesses
Track Tokyo Stock Exchange hours
Plan travel to Japan
Schedule gaming events with Japanese players
Tips
Japan does not observe DST — JST is UTC+9 all year
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of New York (EST)
Japanese business hours are typically 9 AM - 6 PM
Tokyo is 9 hours ahead of London (GMT)
FAQ
What timezone is Tokyo in?
Tokyo is in Japan Standard Time (JST), which is UTC+9 year-round. Japan does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
What is the time difference between Tokyo and New York?
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of New York during EST, and 13 hours ahead during EDT.
Does Japan observe DST?
No. Japan has not observed DST since 1951. JST (UTC+9) is used throughout the year.
What is the time difference between Tokyo and London?
Tokyo is 9 hours ahead of London during GMT, and 8 hours ahead during BST.