Dhaka to Tokyo
+3hDhaka
BDSTSOURCETokyo
JSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
BDST and JST on the World Map
The map below highlights the BDST (Bangladesh Standard Time) and JST (Japan Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
BDST – Bangladesh Standard Time
UTC+06:00Bangladesh Standard Time (BDST, UTC+06:00) is the time zone for Bangladesh, 6 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Bangladesh uses a single time zone, UTC+06:00, across the entire country.
- •Bangladesh does not observe daylight saving time, so the offset is fixed all year.
- •Dhaka is one of the most densely populated cities globally.
- •BDST is written here to distinguish it from British Summer Time (BST).
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.
About Dhaka
WikipediaDhaka operates on Bangladesh Standard Time (BST), UTC+6. As the world's second-largest garment hub, Dhaka time coordinates global fashion supply chains.
Bangladesh is the world's second-largest garment exporter after China.
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.
Dhaka to Tokyo Time Difference – Complete Guide
Dhaka runs on Bangladesh Standard Time (BDST) at UTC+06:00. Tokyo runs on Japan Standard Time (JST) at UTC+09:00. That puts Dhaka 3 hours ahead of Tokyo — a difference of +3h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka it is 12:00 PM in Tokyo. Midnight in Dhaka is 3:00 AM in Tokyo. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Dhaka to Tokyo time conversion table
| Dhaka (BDST) | Tokyo (JST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 12:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Dhaka to Tokyo time
- Scheduling a call from Dhaka to Tokyo: a 10:00 AM start in Dhaka lands at 1:00 PM in Tokyo, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Dhaka and Tokyo are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM BDST time (12:00 PM–5:00 PM JST). That is roughly 5 hours of usable overlap.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Tokyo local time against Dhaka keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +3h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM BDST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +3h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–2:00 PM BDST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Dhaka and need Tokyo colleagues present.
About BDST (Bangladesh Standard Time)
Bangladesh Standard Time (BDST) is the single time zone used across Bangladesh, fixed at UTC+06:00 all year. Bangladesh has not observed daylight saving time since a short-lived experiment in 2009, so the gap between Bangladesh and every other zone is constant. Dhaka, the capital, is one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Because the country sits close to the middle of the UTC+06:00 band, solar noon is near 12:00 for most of the year. BDST is listed separately from British Summer Time, which shares the BST abbreviation but is UTC+01:00.
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.
Best time to call between Dhaka and Tokyo
Both Dhaka and Tokyo sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–2:00 PM BDST, which is 12:00 PM–5:00 PM JST. That gives roughly 5 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Dhaka and Tokyo share 5 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–2:00 PM BDST), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Dhaka is 3 hours ahead of Tokyo (BDST UTC+06:00 → JST UTC+09:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–2:00 PM BDST. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Dhaka and Tokyo?
Dhaka (BDST, UTC+06:00) is 3 hours ahead of Tokyo (JST, UTC+09:00). The gap is currently +3h.
How do I convert Dhaka time to Tokyo time?
Add +3h to Dhaka local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Dhaka is 12:00 PM in Tokyo.
What time is it in Tokyo right now?
Tokyo uses JST at UTC+09:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +3h offset from Dhaka.
What is the best time to call Tokyo from Dhaka?
Call between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM BDST — that maps to 12:00 PM–5:00 PM JST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, Dhaka or Tokyo?
Dhaka is 3 hours ahead of Tokyo. When it is 12:00 PM in Dhaka it is 3:00 PM in Tokyo.
Do Dhaka and Tokyo use different time zones?
Dhaka (Bangladesh) uses BDST at UTC+06:00, while Tokyo (Japan) uses JST at UTC+09:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Dhaka and Asia/Tokyo.
Does daylight saving time affect the Dhaka–Tokyo difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +3h offset between Dhaka and Tokyo is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Dhaka's time zone?
BDST also covers Dhaka, Chittagong, Khulna, Rajshahi, Sylhet.
Which countries use BDST, Dhaka's zone?
BDST is used in Bangladesh.
Is there a day difference between Dhaka and Tokyo?
Not normally. The +3h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Dhaka and Tokyo?
Tokyo is +3h from Dhaka.
What timezone is Dhaka in?
Dhaka operates on Bangladesh Standard Time (BST), UTC+6. As the world's second-largest garment hub, Dhaka time coordinates global fashion supply chains.
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 are the business hours in Dhaka?
Standard business hours in Dhaka are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM BST.
What are the business hours in Tokyo?
Standard business hours in Tokyo are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM JST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Dhaka and Tokyo?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Dhaka works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM BST and Tokyo works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM JST (+3h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Dhaka and Tokyo?
Dhaka uses BDT (৳) while Tokyo uses JPY (¥). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Dhaka and Tokyo compare in size?
Dhaka has a population of approximately 10.3 million (metro: 22.5 million), while Tokyo has approximately 14 million (metro: 37.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Dhaka and Tokyo?
Dhaka is known for Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, National Parliament House. Tokyo is famous for Tokyo Tower, Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji Temple.
Do Dhaka and Tokyo have stock exchanges?
Yes. Dhaka has the DSE (Dhaka Stock Exchange) and Tokyo has the TSE (Tokyo Stock Exchange). The +3h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use BDST (Bangladesh Standard Time)?
BDST is used in Bangladesh.
Does BDST observe daylight saving time?
No, BDST does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+06:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about BDST?
Bangladesh uses a single time zone, UTC+06:00, across the entire country. Bangladesh does not observe daylight saving time, so the offset is fixed all year.
Which cities are in the JST timezone?
Major cities in the JST timezone include Tokyo, Osaka, Yokohama, Nagoya, Sapporo, Kyoto, Kobe, Fukuoka.
What is the UTC offset for JST?
Japan Standard Time (JST) is at UTC+09:00.
What should I know about the JST timezone?
Japan does not observe daylight saving time. Tokyo is the most populous metropolitan area in the world.
When is it midnight in Dhaka, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Dhaka (BDST), it is +3h later in Tokyo (JST).
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