Japan Standard Time (JST) — Current Time Now

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UTC+9 Japan

About Japan Standard Time (JST)

Japan Standard Time (JST) is a time zone in Japan with offset UTC+9. It serves approximately ~125 million people across multiple countries and territories.

UTC Offset & DST

  • Standard offset: UTC+9
  • DST offset: N/A (no DST)
  • Daylight Saving: No — this time zone stays at UTC+9 year-round.
  • IANA zones: Asia/Tokyo

Converting JST to Other Time Zones

To convert JST time to your local time, use our time zone converter. Check the time difference calculator for popular city pairs.

Major Cities in JST

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Japan Standard Time (JST)?

Japan Standard Time (JST) is a time zone with offset UTC+9 covering Japan.

Does JST observe daylight saving time?

No, Japan Standard Time does not observe daylight saving time. The offset stays at UTC+9 all year.

What cities are in JST?

Major cities include Chiba, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Kawasaki, Kitakyushu, Kobe, Kyoto, Nagoya, and more.

How do I convert JST to my time zone?

Use our time zone converter to convert JST to any other time zone.

What is the current time in JST?

The current time is shown in the live clock above. JST is UTC+9.