NZST to JST Time Converter
JST is 4 hours behind NZST right now. 9:00 AM in NZST is 5:00 AM in JST.
Time now: NZST and JST
JST is 4 hours behind NZST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 4 hours at some times of the year and 3 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
NZST to JST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| NZST | JST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 8:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 9:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 3:00 AM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 4:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
Best time to meet between NZST and JST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM NZST = 9:00 AM – 2:00 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 NZST and JST change?
Yes. Right now JST is 4 hours behind NZST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 4 April 2027: NZST moves its clocks back. JST is 3 hours behind NZST from then (it was 4 hours before).
- Sunday, 26 September 2027: NZST moves its clocks forward. JST is 4 hours behind NZST from then (it was 3 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in NZST is 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM in JST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in JST is 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM in NZST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between NZST and JST?
JST is 4 hours behind NZST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 4 hours at some times of the year and 3 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert NZST to JST?
Subtract 4 hours from the NZST time to get the JST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in NZST is 5:00 AM in JST. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in JST?
It is 8:13 AM in JST on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 12:13 PM in NZST.
Does the time difference between NZST and JST change during the year?
Yes. Right now JST is 4 hours behind NZST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 4 April 2027: NZST moves its clocks back. JST is 3 hours behind NZST from then (it was 4 hours before). Sunday, 26 September 2027: NZST moves its clocks forward. JST is 4 hours behind NZST from then (it was 3 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between NZST and JST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM NZST = 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM JST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.