Current Time in Japan
Japan uses Japan Standard Time all year.
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Sunday, September 20, 2026
JSTUTC+9
Japan time zone
Japan Standard Time
Japan Standard Time (JST)
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IANA time zone: Asia/Tokyo.
Major cities in Japan
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Japan to New York | -13 hours | |
| Japan to London | -8 hours | |
| Japan to Dubai | -5 hours | |
| Japan to New Delhi | -3 hours 30 minutes | |
| Japan to Sydney | +1 hour |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Japan: FAQs
What time zone is Japan in?
Japan uses Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9) all year.
Does Japan observe daylight saving time?
No. Japan does not change its clocks for daylight saving time, so its time difference with places that do (such as the United States and most of Europe) changes twice a year.
What is the time difference between Japan and New York?
On Sunday, September 20, 2026, New York is 13 hours behind Japan. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.
What time is it in Tokyo, the capital?
Tokyo is on Japan Standard Time, currently JST (UTC+9). The live time is shown at the top of this page and on the Tokyo page.