Current Time in Tokyo

Summary

This tool displays the live current time in Tokyo, Japan using the Asia/Tokyo timezone (JST, UTC+9). Japan does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the offset is always UTC+9 year-round. The clock updates every second and shows your local time alongside Tokyo time for an instant comparison.

How it works

1. The tool reads your device clock using the JavaScript Date API.
2. It converts the current moment to the Asia/Tokyo timezone using Intl.DateTimeFormat with the IANA identifier.
3. The display refreshes every second so the clock stays live and accurate.
4. Japan does not observe Daylight Saving Time — JST is always UTC+9 with no seasonal changes.
5. Your local time and timezone are displayed alongside Tokyo time for easy comparison.
6. A world clock panel shows the same moment in several major cities.

Use cases

• Scheduling calls or meetings with colleagues or clients in Tokyo.
• Checking whether Tokyo business hours (typically 09:00–18:00 JST) are currently active.
• Converting your local time to Japan Standard Time when watching live Japanese events or broadcasts.
• Travelers planning arrivals, departures, or hotel check-ins in Japan.
• Gamers coordinating with Japanese players or tracking server maintenance windows.
• Remote teams collaborating across time zones with Japan-based counterparts.
• Investors monitoring the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) opening and closing times.
• Students and professionals following Japanese news or live streams.

Frequently Asked Questions