Current Time in Tokyo
The current local time in Tokyo, Japan, updated live every second.
Note The time is computed in your browser from Tokyo’s official time zone (Asia/Tokyo) — never hardcoded. Tokyo keeps UTC+9 year-round.
Tokyo vs other Asia-Pacific cities, right now
Live current time in nearby major cities, and how far each is ahead of or behind Tokyo.
| City | Current time | vs Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Singapore | --:--:-- | |
| Hong Kong Hong Kong | --:--:-- | |
| Shanghai China | --:--:-- | |
| Seoul South Korea | --:--:-- | |
| Taipei Taiwan | --:--:-- | |
| Bangkok Thailand | --:--:-- | |
| Jakarta Indonesia | --:--:-- | |
| Manila Philippines | --:--:-- | |
| Kuala Lumpur Malaysia | --:--:-- | |
| Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam | --:--:-- |
How to read the time in Tokyo
- 01 The large clock shows Tokyo’s current local time, ticking every second in 24-hour format, with the 12-hour (AM/PM) time beside it.
- 02 Read the zone label and UTC offset to see how Tokyo relates to Coordinated Universal Time — it updates itself when daylight saving changes.
- 03Use the “ahead of / behind your local time” line to convert Tokyo time to your own instantly.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Tokyo in?
Tokyo, Japan uses the Asia/Tokyo time zone (IANA identifier). Tokyo stays on UTC+9 all year and does not change its clocks for daylight saving time.
Does Tokyo observe daylight saving time?
No. Tokyo keeps the same offset (UTC+9) throughout the year and does not adjust its clocks seasonally, so its local time relative to UTC never changes.
What is the time difference between Tokyo and Singapore?
The gap between Tokyo and Singapore depends on the current daylight-saving state of each city, so it can shift during the year. The live reference table above shows exactly how many hours Singapore and other cities are ahead of or behind Tokyo right now.
Is this Tokyo clock accurate and free?
Yes. The time is calculated live in your browser from Tokyo's official IANA time zone (Asia/Tokyo) and your device clock — nothing is hardcoded and nothing is uploaded. It is completely free and needs no sign-up.