Tokyo, Japan

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Nighttime in Tokyo

Time Zone

JST

UTC Offset

UTC +9

Population

14 million

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Current Local Time in Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan capital, is one of the world most populous cities and a major financial hub. Japan does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the offset remains constant year-round.

Time Zone Information

Tokyo uses the JST time zone, which is UTC +9. This offset remains constant throughout the year as the region does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

When to Call Tokyo

If you are scheduling a call or meeting with someone in Tokyo, consider these general business hours:

  • Standard business hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time
  • Best time for international calls: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM local time
  • Avoid calling: Before 8:00 AM or after 9:00 PM local time

Quick Time Conversions

Use our Time Difference Calculator to convert Tokyo time to your local time zone, or check our World Time tool to see multiple cities at once.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time zone is Tokyo in?

Tokyo is in the JST time zone, which is UTC +9.

Does Tokyo observe Daylight Saving Time?

No, Tokyo does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The time remains constant throughout the year.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and New York?

Use our Time Difference Calculator to get the exact current difference, as it may vary during Daylight Saving Time transitions.