Overview: Time in Japan
Japan uses Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9) as its sole time zone. There have been periodic debates about reintroducing DST, but it remains unused since the post-WWII era.
Time Zone Breakdown
| Zone Name | UTC Offset | DST |
|---|---|---|
| JST | UTC+9 | No |
Daylight Saving Time in Japan
Japan does not observe DST and has used a single time zone (JST, UTC+9) without interruption since 1951.
Major Cities and Their Time Zones
The following cities in Japan have dedicated time pages with live clocks, UTC offset details, and DST information:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many time zones does Japan have?
Japan has 1 primary time zone(s): JST (UTC+9) — single national time zone. A single national time zone simplifies internal scheduling.
Does Japan observe Daylight Saving Time?
Japan does not observe DST and has used a single time zone (JST, UTC+9) without interruption since 1951.
What time zone is the capital of Japan in?
The capital, Tokyo, uses the Asia/Tokyo timezone. You can see the live current time for the capital and other major cities via the city pages linked on this page.