Rome to Tokyo Time Converter
Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Rome right now. 9:00 AM in Rome is 5:00 PM in Tokyo.
Time now: Rome and Tokyo
Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Rome 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.
Rome and Tokyo are about 9,854 km (6,123 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Rome is on CET (UTC+01:00) and Tokyo is on JST (UTC+09:00).
Rome to Tokyo conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Rome | 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 Rome and Tokyo
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Rome = 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 Rome and Tokyo change?
Yes. Right now Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Rome. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 28 March 2027: Rome moves its clocks forward. Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of Rome from then (it was 8 hours before).
- Sunday, 31 October 2027: Rome moves its clocks back. Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Rome from then (it was 7 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Rome 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 Rome.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Rome and Tokyo?
Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Rome 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 Rome to Tokyo?
Add 8 hours to the Rome time to get the Tokyo time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Rome 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 10:07 AM in Tokyo on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 2:07 AM in Rome.
Does the time difference between Rome and Tokyo change during the year?
Yes. Right now Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Rome. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 28 March 2027: Rome moves its clocks forward. Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of Rome from then (it was 8 hours before). Sunday, 31 October 2027: Rome moves its clocks back. Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Rome from then (it was 7 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Rome and Tokyo?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Rome = 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Tokyo. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.