AEST to JST Time Converter
JST is 2 hours behind AEST right now. 9:00 AM in AEST is 7:00 AM in JST.
Time now: AEST and JST
JST is 2 hours behind AEST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 2 hours at some times of the year and 1 hour at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
AEST to JST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| AEST | JST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
Best time to meet between AEST and JST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM AEST = 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM JST
The time difference changes during the year because of daylight saving time, so these windows shift by an hour at other times.
Does the time difference between AEST and JST change?
Yes. Right now JST is 2 hours behind AEST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 4 April 2027: AEST moves its clocks back. JST is 1 hour behind AEST from then (it was 2 hours before).
- Sunday, 3 October 2027: AEST moves its clocks forward. JST is 2 hours behind AEST from then (it was 1 hour before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in AEST is 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM in JST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in JST is 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM in AEST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between AEST and JST?
JST is 2 hours behind AEST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 2 hours at some times of the year and 1 hour at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert AEST to JST?
Subtract 2 hours from the AEST time to get the JST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in AEST is 7:00 AM in JST. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in JST?
It is 9:00 AM in JST on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 11:00 AM in AEST.
Does the time difference between AEST and JST change during the year?
Yes. Right now JST is 2 hours behind AEST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 4 April 2027: AEST moves its clocks back. JST is 1 hour behind AEST from then (it was 2 hours before). Sunday, 3 October 2027: AEST moves its clocks forward. JST is 2 hours behind AEST from then (it was 1 hour before).
What is the best time for a meeting between AEST and JST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM AEST = 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM JST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.
What does AEST mean?
Sydney and Melbourne use AEST (UTC+10:00) in winter and AEDT (UTC+11:00) in summer. Brisbane stays on AEST all year.