Skip to content

PST to JST time converter

Japan Standard Time (JST) is 17 hours ahead of Pacific Time (PST) in January and 16 hours ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference. Use the grid below to line up Los Angeles 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 02:43 PDT in Los Angeles and 18:43 JST in Tokyo.

Tue, Oct 20
Los Angeles home
02:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-7
Tokyo
18:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC+9

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

Open in the full tool

PST to JST: frequently asked

What is the time difference between PST and JST?

Japan Standard Time (JST) is 17 hours ahead of Pacific Time (PST) in January and 16 hours ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference.

What time is 9 AM PST in JST?

9:00 AM PST is 2:00 AM JST the next day in January, and 1:00 AM JST the next day in July.

When do working hours overlap between Los Angeles and Tokyo?

In January: Standard 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours never overlap. The closest fit is 12:00 AM PST, which is 5:00 PM JST. In July: Standard 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours never overlap. The closest fit is 1:00 AM PST, which is 5:00 PM JST.

Related converters