Tokyo to Los Angeles (Pacific) — Time Zone Converter
JST (UTC+9) → PT (UTC-7). Los Angeles (Pacific) is 16 hours behind relative to Tokyo right now.
Tokyo
Jun 29, 2026, 6:10 AM
Los Angeles (Pacific)
Jun 28, 2026, 2:10 PM
Need the reverse? Los Angeles (Pacific) to Tokyo →
Sample times — JST to PT
Sample conversions for today; daylight saving applied.
About Tokyo and Los Angeles (Pacific)
Tokyo to Los Angeles is the reverse Pacific corridor. A late Tuesday night in Tokyo is still Tuesday morning in California, which is why product teams often document both times explicitly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Tokyo and Los Angeles (Pacific)?
Right now the offset is about 16 hours behind (from JST to PT). 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 Tokyo vs Los Angeles (Pacific)?
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 Japan and the US West Coast?
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.