AEST to JST time converter
Japan Standard Time (JST) is 2 hours behind Australian Eastern Time (AEST) in January and 1 hour behind in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference. Use the grid below to line up Sydney and Tokyo: drag the cursor across the day, and working hours (9 AM–5 PM) are highlighted in every row so you can spot a slot that suits both sides.
Right now it is 20:43 AEDT in Sydney and 18:43 JST in Tokyo.
2/10 zones · drag the tape, scroll sideways or use the arrow keys; Home jumps back to now.
AEST to JST: frequently asked
What is the time difference between AEST and JST?
Japan Standard Time (JST) is 2 hours behind Australian Eastern Time (AEST) in January and 1 hour behind in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference.
What time is 9 AM AEST in JST?
9:00 AM AEST is 7:00 AM JST in January, and 8:00 AM JST in July.
When do working hours overlap between Sydney and Tokyo?
In January: Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM AEST (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM JST). In July: Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM AEST (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM JST).