New York (Eastern) to Tokyo — Time Zone Converter
ET (UTC-4) → JST (UTC+9). Tokyo is 13 hours ahead relative to New York (Eastern) right now.
New York (Eastern)
Jun 28, 2026, 5:09 PM
Tokyo
Jun 29, 2026, 6:09 AM
Need the reverse? Tokyo to New York (Eastern) →
Sample times — ET to JST
Sample conversions for today; daylight saving applied.
About New York (Eastern) and Tokyo
New York to Tokyo spans the US and Asian trading days. Tokyo is 13–14 hours ahead of New York depending on daylight saving, so a Monday morning in New York is already Tuesday evening in Tokyo.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between New York (Eastern) and Tokyo?
Right now the offset is about 13 hours ahead (from ET to JST). Daylight saving rules differ by region, so use the converter and table above rather than memorising a single number year-round.
Does daylight saving affect New York (Eastern) vs Tokyo?
Yes, whenever either region springs forward or falls back, the gap can shift by an hour. This page uses the IANA time-zone database so those transitions are applied automatically.
How do I schedule a meeting across the US East Coast and Japan?
Pick a time in the converter, share both columns with attendees, and avoid early-morning or late-night slots on one side. The sample table lists common business hours in the source zone.
Why does the New York–Tokyo offset change?
The US observes daylight saving; Japan does not. When New York springs forward or falls back, the hour gap to Tokyo shifts by one until the other region changes.