Paris to Tokyo Time Converter
Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Paris right now. 9:00 AM in Paris is 5:00 PM in Tokyo.
Time now: Paris and Tokyo
Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Paris right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 7 hours at some times of the year and 8 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Paris and Tokyo are about 9,712 km (6,035 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Paris is on CET (UTC+01:00) and Tokyo is on JST (UTC+09:00).
Paris to Tokyo conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Paris | Tokyo |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 5:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 6:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 7:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 11:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 12:00 AMnext day |
| 5:00 PM | 1:00 AMnext day |
| 6:00 PM | 2:00 AMnext day |
| 7:00 PM | 3:00 AMnext day |
| 8:00 PM | 4:00 AMnext day |
| 9:00 PM | 5:00 AMnext day |
| 10:00 PM | 6:00 AMnext day |
| 11:00 PM | 7:00 AMnext day |
Best time to meet between Paris and Tokyo
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Paris = 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Tokyo
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 Paris and Tokyo change?
Yes. Right now Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Paris. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 28 March 2027: Paris moves its clocks forward. Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of Paris from then (it was 8 hours before).
- Sunday, 31 October 2027: Paris moves its clocks back. Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Paris from then (it was 7 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Paris is 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM (next day) in Tokyo.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Tokyo is 1:00 AM to 10:00 AM in Paris.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Paris and Tokyo?
Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Paris right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 7 hours at some times of the year and 8 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Paris to Tokyo?
Add 8 hours to the Paris time to get the Tokyo time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Paris is 5:00 PM in Tokyo. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Tokyo?
It is 8:22 AM in Tokyo on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 12:22 AM in Paris.
Does the time difference between Paris and Tokyo change during the year?
Yes. Right now Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Paris. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 28 March 2027: Paris moves its clocks forward. Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of Paris from then (it was 8 hours before). Sunday, 31 October 2027: Paris moves its clocks back. Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Paris from then (it was 7 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Paris and Tokyo?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Paris = 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Tokyo. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.