Taipei to Tokyo
+1hTaipei
CSTSOURCETokyo
JSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
CST and JST on the World Map
The map below highlights the CST (China Standard Time) and JST (Japan Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
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.
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 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.
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.
Taipei vs Tokyo: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Taipei runs on Taiwan Standard Time (CST) at UTC+08:00. Tokyo runs on Japan Standard Time (JST) at UTC+09:00. That puts Taipei 1 hour ahead of Tokyo — a difference of +1h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Taipei it is 10:00 AM in Tokyo. Midnight in Taipei is 1:00 AM in Tokyo. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Taipei to Tokyo time conversion table
| Taipei (CST) | Tokyo (JST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 1:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Taipei to Tokyo time
- Scheduling a call from Taipei to Tokyo: a 10:00 AM start in Taipei lands at 11:00 AM in Tokyo, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Taipei and Tokyo are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM CST time (10:00 AM–5:00 PM JST). That is roughly 7 hours of usable overlap.
- Keeping family and friends in sync: knowing that 8:00 PM in Taipei is 9:00 PM in Tokyo makes it easy to avoid calling at 3 AM.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM CST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +1h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–4:00 PM CST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Taipei and need Tokyo colleagues present.
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.
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 Taipei and Tokyo
Both Taipei and Tokyo sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–4:00 PM CST, which is 10:00 AM–5:00 PM JST. That gives roughly 7 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Taipei and Tokyo share 7 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–4:00 PM CST), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Taipei is 1 hour ahead of Tokyo (CST UTC+08:00 → JST UTC+09:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–4:00 PM CST. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Taipei and Tokyo?
Taipei (CST, UTC+08:00) is 1 hour ahead of Tokyo (JST, UTC+09:00). The gap is currently +1h.
How do I convert Taipei time to Tokyo time?
Add +1h to Taipei local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Taipei is 10:00 AM 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 +1h offset from Taipei.
What is the best time to call Tokyo from Taipei?
Call between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM CST — that maps to 10:00 AM–5:00 PM JST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, Taipei or Tokyo?
Taipei is 1 hour ahead of Tokyo. When it is 12:00 PM in Taipei it is 1:00 PM in Tokyo.
Do Taipei and Tokyo use different time zones?
Taipei (Taiwan) uses CST at UTC+08:00, while Tokyo (Japan) uses JST at UTC+09:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Taipei and Asia/Tokyo.
Does daylight saving time affect the Taipei–Tokyo difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +1h offset between Taipei and Tokyo is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Taipei's time zone?
CST also covers Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Hong Kong, Taipei, Wuhan and 2 more.
Which countries use CST, Taipei's zone?
CST is used in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan.
Is there a day difference between Taipei and Tokyo?
Not normally. The +1h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Taipei and Tokyo?
Tokyo is +1h from Taipei.
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 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 Taipei?
Standard business hours in Taipei are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST.
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 Taipei and Tokyo?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Taipei works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST and Tokyo works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM JST (+1h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Taipei and Tokyo?
Taipei uses TWD (NT$) while Tokyo uses JPY (¥). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Taipei and Tokyo compare in size?
Taipei has a population of approximately 2.6 million (metro: 7.1 million), while Tokyo has approximately 14 million (metro: 37.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Taipei and Tokyo?
Taipei is known for Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Longshan Temple. Tokyo is famous for Tokyo Tower, Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji Temple.
Do Taipei and Tokyo have stock exchanges?
Yes. Taipei has the TWSE (Taiwan Stock Exchange) and Tokyo has the TSE (Tokyo Stock Exchange). The +1h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use CST (China Standard Time)?
CST is used in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan.
Does CST observe daylight saving time?
No, CST does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+08:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about CST?
China uses a single time zone despite spanning 5 geographical zones. In Xinjiang (western China), sunset can be as late as midnight in summer.
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 Taipei, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Taipei (CST), it is +1h later in Tokyo (JST).
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