AKST to JST Time Converter
JST is 18 hours ahead of AKST right now. 9:00 AM in AKST is 3:00 AM in JST (next day).
Time now: AKST and JST
JST is 18 hours ahead of AKST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 17 hours at some times of the year and 18 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
AKST to JST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| AKST | JST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 1:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
| 2:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| 3:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| 4:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| 5:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| 6:00 AM | 12:00 AMnext day |
| 7:00 AM | 1:00 AMnext day |
| 8:00 AM | 2:00 AMnext day |
| 9:00 AM | 3:00 AMnext day |
| 10:00 AM | 4:00 AMnext day |
| 11:00 AM | 5:00 AMnext day |
| 12:00 PM | 6:00 AMnext day |
| 1:00 PM | 7:00 AMnext day |
| 2:00 PM | 8:00 AMnext day |
| 3:00 PM | 9:00 AMnext day |
| 4:00 PM | 10:00 AMnext day |
| 5:00 PM | 11:00 AMnext day |
| 6:00 PM | 12:00 PMnext day |
| 7:00 PM | 1:00 PMnext day |
| 8:00 PM | 2:00 PMnext day |
| 9:00 PM | 3:00 PMnext day |
| 10:00 PM | 4:00 PMnext day |
| 11:00 PM | 5:00 PMnext day |
Best time to meet between AKST and JST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM AKST = 9:00 AM – 12:00 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 AKST and JST change?
Yes. Right now JST is 18 hours ahead of AKST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: AKST moves its clocks forward. JST is 17 hours ahead of AKST from then (it was 18 hours before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: AKST moves its clocks back. JST is 18 hours ahead of AKST from then (it was 17 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in AKST is 3:00 AM (next day) to 12:00 PM (next day) in JST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in JST is 3:00 PM (previous day) to 12:00 AM in AKST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between AKST and JST?
JST is 18 hours ahead of AKST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 17 hours at some times of the year and 18 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert AKST to JST?
Add 18 hours to the AKST time to get the JST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in AKST is 3:00 AM in JST (next day). Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in JST?
It is 9:02 AM in JST on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 3:02 PM in AKST.
Does the time difference between AKST and JST change during the year?
Yes. Right now JST is 18 hours ahead of AKST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: AKST moves its clocks forward. JST is 17 hours ahead of AKST from then (it was 18 hours before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: AKST moves its clocks back. JST is 18 hours ahead of AKST from then (it was 17 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between AKST and JST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM AKST = 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM JST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.