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JST to AEST time converter

Australian Eastern Time (AEST) is 2 hours ahead of Japan Standard Time (JST) in January and 1 hour ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference. Use the grid below to line up Tokyo and Sydney: 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 18:43 JST in Tokyo and 20:43 AEDT in Sydney.

Tue, Oct 20
Tokyo home
18:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC+9
Sydney
20:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC+11

2/10 zones · drag the tape, scroll sideways or use the arrow keys; Home jumps back to now.

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JST to AEST: frequently asked

What is the time difference between JST and AEST?

Australian Eastern Time (AEST) is 2 hours ahead of Japan Standard Time (JST) in January and 1 hour ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference.

What time is 9 AM JST in AEST?

9:00 AM JST is 11:00 AM AEST in January, and 10:00 AM AEST in July.

When do working hours overlap between Tokyo and Sydney?

In January: Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM JST (11:00 AM to 5:00 PM AEST). In July: Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM JST (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM AEST).

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