Japan · Asia/Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00) and does not observe daylight saving time (DST). The current local time is shown live above. Use the comparison table below to see Tokyo's time against major cities around the world, and check Japan's public holidays.
Tokyo vs the World
Current time difference between Tokyo, Japan and major cities worldwide (DST-adjusted live).
| City | Local Time | Offset | vs Tokyo |
|---|---|---|---|
| New YorkUnited States | 9:11 AM | UTC−4 | 13h ahead of |
| LondonUnited Kingdom | 2:11 PM | UTC+1 | 8h ahead of |
| DubaiUnited Arab Emirates | 5:11 PM | UTC+4 | 5h ahead of |
| MumbaiIndia | 6:41 PM | UTC+5:30 | 3h 30m ahead of |
| SingaporeSingapore | 9:11 PM | UTC+8 | 1h ahead of |
| TokyoJapan | 10:11 PM | UTC+9 | Same time |
| SydneyAustralia | 11:11 PM | UTC+10 | 1h behind |
Business Hours in Tokyo (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
When it's 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM in Tokyo, here's the corresponding time in each city.
| City | 9:00 AM in Tokyo | 5:00 PM in Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8:00 PM | 4:00 AM |
| London | 1:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| Dubai | 4:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Mumbai | 5:30 AM | 1:30 PM |
| Singapore | 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Tokyo | 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| Sydney | 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
Offsets and times update automatically and account for daylight saving time. Use the time converter or Business Hours tool for more.
Popular Places in Tokyo
The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, surrounded by beautiful gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.
Tokyo's most famous upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment district with flagship stores and luxury boutiques.
Historic market area with hundreds of shops and restaurants selling fresh seafood, produce, and Japanese kitchenware.
Electric Town — the mecca for anime, manga, electronics, and gaming culture with countless shops and arcades.
Iconic 332m communications tower inspired by the Eiffel Tower, with observation decks offering panoramic city views.
Sprawling public park home to museums, a zoo, temples, and the famous cherry blossom avenue in spring.
Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, featuring the iconic Kaminarimon gate and bustling Nakamise shopping street.
Japan's tallest structure at 634m with two observation decks, a shopping complex, and an aquarium at the base.
Immersive digital art museum where you walk through water and gardens merging technology with nature.
The world's busiest pedestrian crossing with giant video screens, right next to the Hachiko statue.
Serene Shinto shrine surrounded by a 170-acre evergreen forest in the middle of Tokyo, dedicated to Emperor Meiji.
One of Tokyo's most beautiful parks blending Japanese, French, and English garden styles — stunning in cherry blossom season.
Tokyo's largest entertainment and red-light district with neon lights, bars, robot restaurants, and nightlife.
Futuristic man-made island with shopping malls, a giant Gundam statue, hot springs, and Rainbow Bridge views.
🗺️ Suggested 5-Day Itinerary
- • Imperial Palace
- • Ginza
- • Tsukiji Outer Market
- • Akihabara
- • Tokyo Tower
- • Ueno Park
- • Senso-ji
- • Tokyo Skytree
- • teamLab Planets
- • Shibuya Scramble Crossing
- • Meiji Jingu
- • Shinjuku Gyoen
- • Kabukicho
- • Odaiba
Public Holidays in Japan
| Date | Holiday | Local Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | New Year's Day | 元日 | public |
| Jan 8 | Coming of Age Day | 成人の日 | public |
| Feb 11 | National Foundation Day | 建国記念の日 | public |
| Mar 20 | Vernal Equinox Day | 春分の日 | public |
| Apr 29 | Showa Day | 昭和の日 | public |
| May 3 | Constitution Memorial Day | 憲法記念日 | public |
| May 4 | Greenery Day | みどりの日 | public |
| May 5 | Children's Day | こどもの日 | public |
| Jul 15 | Marine Day | 海の日 | public |
| Aug 11 | Mountain Day | 山の日 | public |
| Sep 16 | Respect for the Aged Day | 敬老の日 | public |
| Sep 22 | Autumnal Equinox Day | 秋分の日 | public |
| Oct 14 | Sports Day | スポーツの日 | public |
| Nov 3 | Culture Day | 文化の日 | public |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Tokyo in?
Tokyo, Japan is in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+09:00) and does not observe daylight saving time.
What time is it in Tokyo right now?
The current local time in Tokyo is shown live at the top of this page, and the table below shows Tokyo's time against major cities worldwide.
Does Tokyo observe daylight saving time (DST)?
No — Tokyo does not observe daylight saving time, so the local time stays the same all year round.
What is Tokyo's UTC / GMT offset?
Tokyo is in Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00).
What is the time difference between Tokyo and India?
Tokyo (UTC+09:00) is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of India (IST, UTC+5:30).
What is the time difference between Tokyo and New York?
Tokyo (UTC+09:00) is 13 hours ahead of New York (US Eastern Time).
What is Tokyo's airport code?
Tokyo's main airport is NRT — the IATA code many people use when searching for Tokyo time.