New York to Japan
+13hNew York
EDTSOURCEJapan
JSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EDT and JST on the World Map
The map below highlights the EDT (Eastern Standard Time) and JST (Japan Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
EST – Eastern Standard Time
UTC-05:00Eastern Standard Time (EST) is the time zone for the eastern United States and Canada, 5 hours behind UTC.
- •EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population.
- •The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
- •23 US states are fully or partially in the Eastern Time Zone.
- •EST was established by the Standard Time Act of 1918.
- •Over 47% of the US population lives in the Eastern Time Zone.
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 New York
WikipediaNew York City, the financial capital of the world, operates on Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Home to Wall Street and the NYSE, NYC is crucial for global business coordination.
New York City has more than 800 languages spoken, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world.
New York vs Japan: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Japan runs on Japan Standard Time (JST) at UTC+09:00. That puts New York 13 hours ahead of Japan — a difference of +13h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in New York it is 10:00 PM in Japan. Midnight in New York is 1:00 PM in Japan.New York observes daylight saving time while Japan does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
New York to Japan time conversion table
| New York (EDT) | Japan (JST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 9:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 3:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 6:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 7:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 10:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert New York to Japan time
- Scheduling a call from New York to Japan: a 10:00 AM start in New York lands at 11:00 PM in Japan, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +13h gap: New York and Japan 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 Japan is 10:00 PM in New York.
- Watching a live event or market open: New York viewers need 10:00 PM in Japan to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 11:00 AM if the event is anchored to New York.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +13h gap is not.
- With a +13h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week New York takes the early slot, the next week Japan does.
- New York: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +13h gap.
About EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is observed during the winter months in the eastern part of North America. It covers 23 US states and parts of Canada including Ontario and Quebec. EST is the most populous time zone in the United States, home to major financial centers like New York City and global organizations headquartered in Washington D.C. During daylight saving time (March–November), clocks shift to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-04:00). The time zone also covers parts of the Caribbean and Central America including Panama, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands.
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 New York and Japan
With a +13h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Japan opens at 9:00 AM JST, which is 10:00 PM in New York, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
New York and Japan have no shared working hours because of the +13h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
New York is 13 hours ahead of Japan (EDT UTC-04:00 → 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
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Japan
Does not observe DST
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between New York and Japan?
New York (EDT, UTC-04:00) is 13 hours ahead of Japan (JST, UTC+09:00). The gap is currently +13h.
How do I convert New York time to Japan time?
Add +13h to New York local time. For example, 9:00 AM in New York is 10:00 PM in Japan.
What time is it in Japan right now?
Japan 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 +13h offset from New York.
What is the best time to call Japan from New York?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +13h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in New York, which is 2:00 AM in Japan.
Which is ahead, New York or Japan?
New York is 13 hours ahead of Japan. When it is 12:00 PM in New York it is 1:00 AM in Japan.
Do New York and Japan use different time zones?
New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00, while Japan (Japan) uses JST at UTC+09:00. The IANA identifiers are America/New_York and Asia/Tokyo.
Does daylight saving time affect the New York–Japan difference?
Yes at the moment: New York is on daylight saving time and Japan is not, so the +13h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share New York's time zone?
EDT also covers New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal and 8 more.
Which countries use EDT, New York's zone?
EDT is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Haiti, Bahamas and 4 more.
Is there a day difference between New York and Japan?
Sometimes. The +13h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in New York already falls on the next day in Japan.
What is the time difference between New York and Japan?
Japan is +13h from New York.
What timezone is New York in?
New York City, the financial capital of the world, operates on Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Home to Wall Street and the NYSE, NYC is crucial for global business coordination.
What timezone is Japan in?
Japan operates on its local timezone.
What are the business hours in New York?
Standard business hours in New York are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
Which countries use EST (Eastern Standard Time)?
EST is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and 6 more countries.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, EST switches to EDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about EST?
EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
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 New York, what time is it in Japan?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in New York (EST), it is +13h later in Japan (JST).
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