Lisbon to Tokyo
+8hLisbon
WESTSOURCETokyo
JSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
WEST and JST on the World Map
The map below highlights the WEST (Western European Time) and JST (Japan Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
WET – Western European Time
UTC+00:00Western European Time (WET) is the time zone for Portugal, Morocco, and the Canary Islands, same as UTC+00:00.
- •Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone.
- •The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
- •WET is identical to GMT and UTC+00:00.
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 Lisbon
WikipediaLisbon operates on Western European Time (WET/WEST), same as London. As Portugal's capital and an emerging tech hub, Lisbon bridges European and Atlantic time zones.
Lisbon has 300 days of sunshine per year and is a major startup hub in Europe.
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.
Comparing Time Zones: Lisbon and Tokyo
Lisbon runs on Western European Summer Time (WEST) at UTC+01:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Tokyo runs on Japan Standard Time (JST) at UTC+09:00. That puts Lisbon 8 hours ahead of Tokyo — a difference of +8h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Lisbon it is 5:00 PM in Tokyo. Midnight in Lisbon is 8:00 AM in Tokyo.Lisbon observes daylight saving time while Tokyo does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Lisbon to Tokyo time conversion table
| Lisbon (WEST) | Tokyo (JST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 2:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 5:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Lisbon to Tokyo time
- Scheduling a call from Lisbon to Tokyo: a 10:00 AM start in Lisbon lands at 6:00 PM in Tokyo, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +8h gap: Lisbon and Tokyo have no overlap inside a normal 9-to-5 day, so real-time meetings need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side. 9:00 AM in Tokyo is 5:00 PM in Lisbon.
- Coordinating a Lisbon-based team with Tokyo contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM WEST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +8h gap is not.
- With a +8h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Lisbon takes the early slot, the next week Tokyo does.
- Lisbon: Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +8h gap.
About WET (Western European Time)
Western European Time (WET) is used in Portugal, the Canary Islands (Spain), Morocco, and several other locations. It is equivalent to GMT/UTC. During summer, Portugal and the Canary Islands switch to WEST (Western European Summer Time, 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 Lisbon and Tokyo
With a +8h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Tokyo opens at 9:00 AM JST, which is 5:00 PM in Lisbon, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Lisbon and Tokyo have no shared working hours because of the +8h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Lisbon is 8 hours ahead of Tokyo (WEST UTC+01:00 → JST UTC+09:00). There is no shared 9-to-5 window, so plan around an early or late slot. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Lisbon
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+00:00 · DST: UTC+01:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026
Tokyo
Does not observe DST
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Lisbon and Tokyo?
Lisbon (WEST, UTC+01:00) is 8 hours ahead of Tokyo (JST, UTC+09:00). The gap is currently +8h.
How do I convert Lisbon time to Tokyo time?
Add +8h to Lisbon local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Lisbon is 5:00 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 +8h offset from Lisbon.
What is the best time to call Tokyo from Lisbon?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +8h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Lisbon, which is 9:00 PM in Tokyo.
Which is ahead, Lisbon or Tokyo?
Lisbon is 8 hours ahead of Tokyo. When it is 12:00 PM in Lisbon it is 8:00 PM in Tokyo.
Do Lisbon and Tokyo use different time zones?
Lisbon (Portugal) uses WEST at UTC+01:00, while Tokyo (Japan) uses JST at UTC+09:00. The IANA identifiers are Europe/Lisbon and Asia/Tokyo.
Does daylight saving time affect the Lisbon–Tokyo difference?
Yes at the moment: Lisbon is on daylight saving time and Tokyo is not, so the +8h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Lisbon's time zone?
WEST also covers Lisbon, Porto, Casablanca, Las Palmas, Funchal, Rabat.
Which countries use WEST, Lisbon's zone?
WEST is used in Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands), Morocco, Western Sahara.
Is there a day difference between Lisbon and Tokyo?
Not normally. The +8h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Lisbon and Tokyo?
Tokyo is +8h from Lisbon.
What timezone is Lisbon in?
Lisbon operates on Western European Time (WET/WEST), same as London. As Portugal's capital and an emerging tech hub, Lisbon bridges European and Atlantic time zones.
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 Lisbon?
Standard business hours in Lisbon are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM WET.
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 Lisbon and Tokyo?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Lisbon works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM WET and Tokyo works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM JST (+8h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Lisbon and Tokyo?
Lisbon uses EUR (€) while Tokyo uses JPY (¥). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Lisbon and Tokyo compare in size?
Lisbon has a population of approximately 545,000 (metro: 2.9 million), while Tokyo has approximately 14 million (metro: 37.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Lisbon and Tokyo?
Lisbon is known for Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, São Jorge Castle. Tokyo is famous for Tokyo Tower, Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji Temple.
Do Lisbon and Tokyo have stock exchanges?
Yes. Lisbon has the Euronext Lisbon and Tokyo has the TSE (Tokyo Stock Exchange). The +8h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use WET (Western European Time)?
WET is used in Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands), Morocco, Western Sahara.
Does WET observe daylight saving time?
Yes, WET switches to WEST during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about WET?
Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone. The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
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 Lisbon, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Lisbon (WET), it is +8h later in Tokyo (JST).
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