Current time in Tokyo

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Tokyo's time zone, daylight saving rules, and scheduling across it. Can't find what you need? Email [email protected].

Does Tokyo adjust clocks for daylight saving?

No. Tokyo runs on Japan Standard Time year-round (UTC+9:00), so you never need to rethink meeting invites when other zones spring forward or fall back.

What’s the earliest sunrise team window in Tokyo?

Because Tokyo doesn’t shift clocks, civil-society work windows start in September–October still at 6:15 a.m., letting teams catch East Coast US colleagues by early evening Tokyo time.

How does Tokyo’s industry tempo reflect steady daylight?

Japan Standard Time aligns Tokyo’s sunrise around 6:30 a.m. and sunset around 6:30 p.m. for most of the year, giving predictable workday hours from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Why is Tokyo’s timezone useful for Asia-Pacific coordination?

Tokyo’s UTC+9:00 is three hours behind Singapore and four behind Perth, offering live overlap with China, South Korea, and much of Southeast Asia for morning meetings in between.

Do Tokyo’s financial markets handle multiple time zones?

Yes. The Japan Exchange Group opens at 9:00 a.m. JST and closes at 3:00 p.m., giving Shanghai and Hong Kong overlap in the morning and US markets in the afternoon.

How does Tokyo’s rail schedule reflect reliable timekeeping?

Shikansen and suburban rail systems pride themselves on fraction-of-a-minute punctuality; workplace lunches and commutes align precisely with the clock-driven culture.