Time Difference BetweenJapanandUnited States
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United States is 13 hours behind Japan
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Best Meeting Times Between Japan and United States
For teams across Japan and United States, Japan early mornings (8-10 AM) correspond to late evening in United States (around 11 PM), while United States mornings align with Japan evenings. Teams often rely on recorded updates and asynchronous tools for daily collaboration.
Use the interactive meeting planner and quick reference table below to find exact overlapping hours for your schedule.
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| Japan | Local overlap | United States |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AMMon | → | 5:00 PMSun |
| 9:00 AMMon | → | 8:00 PMSun |
| 12:00 PMMon | → | 11:00 PMSun |
| 3:00 PMMon | → | 2:00 AMMon |
| 6:00 PMMon | → | 5:00 AMMon |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Japan & United States
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Do Japan and United States observe Daylight Saving Time?
United States ends Daylight Saving Time on November 1, 2026 at 1:00 am. Clocks go back 1 hour.