Seattle to Tokyo Time Converter
Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Seattle right now. 9:00 AM in Seattle is 2:00 AM in Tokyo (next day).
Time now: Seattle and Tokyo
Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Seattle right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 16 hours at some times of the year and 17 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Seattle and Tokyo are about 7,696 km (4,782 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Seattle is on PST (UTC-08:00) and Tokyo is on JST (UTC+09:00).
Seattle to Tokyo conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Seattle | Tokyo |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 1:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 2:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
| 3:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| 4:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| 5:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 AMnext day |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 AMnext day |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 AMnext day |
| 10:00 AM | 3:00 AMnext day |
| 11:00 AM | 4:00 AMnext day |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 AMnext day |
| 1:00 PM | 6:00 AMnext day |
| 2:00 PM | 7:00 AMnext day |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 AMnext day |
| 4:00 PM | 9:00 AMnext day |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 AMnext day |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 AMnext day |
| 7:00 PM | 12:00 PMnext day |
| 8:00 PM | 1:00 PMnext day |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 PMnext day |
| 10:00 PM | 3:00 PMnext day |
| 11:00 PM | 4:00 PMnext day |
Best time to meet between Seattle and Tokyo
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Seattle = 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 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 Seattle and Tokyo change?
Yes. Right now Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Seattle. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: Seattle moves its clocks forward. Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of Seattle from then (it was 17 hours before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Seattle moves its clocks back. Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Seattle from then (it was 16 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Seattle is 2:00 AM (next day) to 11:00 AM (next day) in Tokyo.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Tokyo is 4:00 PM (previous day) to 1:00 AM in Seattle.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Seattle and Tokyo?
Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Seattle right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 16 hours at some times of the year and 17 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Seattle to Tokyo?
Add 17 hours to the Seattle time to get the Tokyo time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Seattle is 2:00 AM in Tokyo (next day). Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Tokyo?
It is 8:21 AM in Tokyo on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 3:21 PM in Seattle.
Does the time difference between Seattle and Tokyo change during the year?
Yes. Right now Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Seattle. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Seattle moves its clocks forward. Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of Seattle from then (it was 17 hours before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Seattle moves its clocks back. Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Seattle from then (it was 16 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Seattle and Tokyo?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Seattle = 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Tokyo. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.