Tokyo to Taipei
-1hTokyo
JSTSOURCETaipei
CSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
JST and CST on the World Map
The map below highlights the JST (Japan Standard Time) and CST (China Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
JST – Japan Standard Time
UTC+09:00Japan Standard Time (JST) is the time zone for Japan, 9 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Japan does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Tokyo is the most populous metropolitan area in the world.
- •The Tokyo Stock Exchange operates from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM JST.
- •JST is 14 hours ahead of EST and 9 hours ahead of GMT.
CST – China Standard Time
UTC+08:00China Standard Time (CST) covers all of mainland China, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •China uses a single time zone despite spanning 5 geographical zones.
- •In Xinjiang (western China), sunset can be as late as midnight in summer.
- •China abolished daylight saving time in 1991.
- •The Shanghai Stock Exchange operates on CST/Beijing Time.
About Tokyo
WikipediaTokyo operates on Japan Standard Time (JST), which is 14 hours ahead of New York. As Asia's largest financial hub, Tokyo trading hours are crucial for global markets.
The Tokyo subway system moves approximately 8.7 million passengers daily.
About Taipei
WikipediaTaipei operates on Taiwan Standard Time (CST), UTC+8. As a global semiconductor hub, Taipei time is essential for tech supply chain coordination.
Taipei 101 was the world's tallest building from 2004 to 2010.
Tokyo vs Taipei: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Tokyo runs on Japan Standard Time (JST) at UTC+09:00. Taipei runs on Taiwan Standard Time (CST) at UTC+08:00. That puts Tokyo 1 hour behind Taipei — a difference of -1h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Tokyo it is 8:00 AM in Taipei. Midnight in Tokyo is 11:00 PM in Taipei. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Tokyo to Taipei time conversion table
| Tokyo (JST) | Taipei (CST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 11:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Tokyo to Taipei time
- Scheduling a call from Tokyo to Taipei: a 10:00 AM start in Tokyo lands at 9:00 AM in Taipei, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Tokyo and Taipei are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM JST time (9:00 AM–4:00 PM CST). That is roughly 7 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: Tokyo viewers need 8:00 AM in Taipei to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 1:00 AM if the event is anchored to Tokyo.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM JST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -1h gap is not.
- Block 10:00 AM–5:00 PM JST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Tokyo and need Taipei colleagues present.
About JST (Japan Standard Time)
Japan Standard Time (JST) is the standard time zone for all of Japan. Japan does not observe daylight saving time. JST is 9 hours ahead of UTC and 14 hours ahead of EST. The Tokyo Stock Exchange, the world's third largest by market capitalization, operates on JST. South Korea uses the same offset (KST) but it is a distinct time zone.
About CST (China Standard Time)
China Standard Time (CST, also known as Beijing Time) is used across all of mainland China despite the country spanning five geographical time zones. This single-timezone policy was adopted in 1949. China does not observe daylight saving time. CST is shared with Hong Kong (HKT), Macau, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines, making UTC+08:00 one of the most used offsets in the world.
Best time to call between Tokyo and Taipei
Both Tokyo and Taipei sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 10:00 AM–5:00 PM JST, which is 9:00 AM–4:00 PM CST. That gives roughly 7 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Tokyo and Taipei share 7 hours of working-hours overlap (10:00 AM–5:00 PM JST), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Tokyo is 1 hour behind Taipei (JST UTC+09:00 → CST UTC+08:00). The shared working window is 10:00 AM–5:00 PM JST. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Tokyo and Taipei?
Tokyo (JST, UTC+09:00) is 1 hour behind Taipei (CST, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently -1h.
How do I convert Tokyo time to Taipei time?
Add -1h to Tokyo local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Tokyo is 8:00 AM in Taipei.
What time is it in Taipei right now?
Taipei uses CST at UTC+08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -1h offset from Tokyo.
What is the best time to call Taipei from Tokyo?
Call between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM JST — that maps to 9:00 AM–4:00 PM CST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, Tokyo or Taipei?
Tokyo is 1 hour behind Taipei. When it is 12:00 PM in Tokyo it is 11:00 AM in Taipei.
Do Tokyo and Taipei use different time zones?
Tokyo (Japan) uses JST at UTC+09:00, while Taipei (Taiwan) uses CST at UTC+08:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Tokyo and Asia/Taipei.
Does daylight saving time affect the Tokyo–Taipei difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -1h offset between Tokyo and Taipei is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Tokyo's time zone?
JST also covers Tokyo, Osaka, Yokohama, Nagoya, Sapporo, Kyoto, Kobe, Fukuoka and 1 more.
Which countries use JST, Tokyo's zone?
JST is used in Japan.
Is there a day difference between Tokyo and Taipei?
Not normally. The -1h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Tokyo and Taipei?
Taipei is -1h from Tokyo.
What timezone is Tokyo in?
Tokyo operates on Japan Standard Time (JST), which is 14 hours ahead of New York. As Asia's largest financial hub, Tokyo trading hours are crucial for global markets.
What timezone is Taipei in?
Taipei operates on Taiwan Standard Time (CST), UTC+8. As a global semiconductor hub, Taipei time is essential for tech supply chain coordination.
What are the business hours in Tokyo?
Standard business hours in Tokyo are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM JST.
What are the business hours in Taipei?
Standard business hours in Taipei are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Tokyo and Taipei?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Tokyo works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM JST and Taipei works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST (-1h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Tokyo and Taipei?
Tokyo uses JPY (¥) while Taipei uses TWD (NT$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Tokyo and Taipei compare in size?
Tokyo has a population of approximately 14 million (metro: 37.4 million), while Taipei has approximately 2.6 million (metro: 7.1 million).
What are the major landmarks in Tokyo and Taipei?
Tokyo is known for Tokyo Tower, Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji Temple. Taipei is famous for Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Longshan Temple.
Do Tokyo and Taipei have stock exchanges?
Yes. Tokyo has the TSE (Tokyo Stock Exchange) and Taipei has the TWSE (Taiwan Stock Exchange). The -1h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use JST (Japan Standard Time)?
JST is used in Japan.
Does JST observe daylight saving time?
No, JST does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+09:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about JST?
Japan does not observe daylight saving time. Tokyo is the most populous metropolitan area in the world.
Which cities are in the CST timezone?
Major cities in the CST timezone include Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Hong Kong, Taipei, Wuhan.
What is the UTC offset for CST?
China Standard Time (CST) is at UTC+08:00.
What should I know about the CST timezone?
China uses a single time zone despite spanning 5 geographical zones. In Xinjiang (western China), sunset can be as late as midnight in summer.
When is it midnight in Tokyo, what time is it in Taipei?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Tokyo (JST), it is -1h later in Taipei (CST).
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