JST to UTC time converter
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is 9 hours behind Japan Standard Time (JST) all year round. Use the grid below to line up Tokyo and UTC: 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 09:43 UTC in UTC.
Tue, Oct 20
Tokyo home
18:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC+9
UTC
09:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC+0
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JST to UTC: frequently asked
What is the time difference between JST and UTC?
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is 9 hours behind Japan Standard Time (JST) all year round.
What time is 9 AM JST in UTC?
9:00 AM JST is 12:00 AM UTC.
When do working hours overlap between Tokyo and UTC?
Standard 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours never overlap. The closest fit is 6:00 PM JST, which is 9:00 AM UTC.