What time is it in Tokyo?
The clock below shows the exact local time in Tokyo, Japan, ticking live in your browser. Tokyo is Japan's capital, on UTC+9 with no daylight saving time.
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Time zone & daylight saving
Tokyo uses the Asia/Tokyo time zone, which is currently UTC+9. Tokyo does not change its clocks: it stays on UTC+9 all year.
If you have a call or flight around a clock change, double-check the time a few days before. Most mix-ups happen on the weekend the clocks move.
Time difference from major cities
| City | UTC offset | vs Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| New York | UTC−4 | -13 h |
| Los Angeles | UTC−7 | -16 h |
| London | UTC+1 | -8 h |
| Dubai | UTC+4 | -5 h |
| Sydney | UTC+11 | +2 h |
Planning a call
Here is how common business hours in Tokyo line up elsewhere today:
| Tokyo | New York | London | Tokyo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 in Tokyo | 19:00 | 00:00 | 08:00 |
| 10:00 in Tokyo | 21:00 | 02:00 | 10:00 |
| 12:00 in Tokyo | 23:00 | 04:00 | 12:00 |
| 14:00 in Tokyo | 01:00 | 06:00 | 14:00 |
| 16:00 in Tokyo | 03:00 | 08:00 | 16:00 |
| 18:00 in Tokyo | 05:00 | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| 20:00 in Tokyo | 07:00 | 12:00 | 20:00 |
A rough rule: anything between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the earlier city usually lands inside working hours for both sides, unless they are more than 8 hours apart.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Tokyo in?
Tokyo is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone, currently UTC+9.
Does Tokyo have daylight saving time?
No. Tokyo stays on UTC+9 all year.
How do I know the time difference between me and Tokyo?
The live line under the clock compares your device's time zone with Tokyo and updates automatically.