EST to JST Converter

Japan Standard Time (JST) is 13 hours ahead of Eastern Time (EST).

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EST to JST time difference

JST is 13 hours ahead of EST right now. The difference changes between 14 hours and 13 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.

Quick examples: 9:00 AM EST = 10:00 PM JST · 12:00 PM EST = 1:00 AM JST · 5:00 PM EST = 6:00 AM JST

EST to JST conversion table

Eastern Time (EST)Japan Standard Time (JST)
12:00 AM EST1:00 PM JST
1:00 AM EST2:00 PM JST
2:00 AM EST3:00 PM JST
3:00 AM EST4:00 PM JST
4:00 AM EST5:00 PM JST
5:00 AM EST6:00 PM JST
6:00 AM EST7:00 PM JST
7:00 AM EST8:00 PM JST
8:00 AM EST9:00 PM JST
9:00 AM EST10:00 PM JST
10:00 AM EST11:00 PM JST
11:00 AM EST12:00 AM JST (next day)
12:00 PM EST1:00 AM JST (next day)
1:00 PM EST2:00 AM JST (next day)
2:00 PM EST3:00 AM JST (next day)
3:00 PM EST4:00 AM JST (next day)
4:00 PM EST5:00 AM JST (next day)
5:00 PM EST6:00 AM JST (next day)
6:00 PM EST7:00 AM JST (next day)
7:00 PM EST8:00 AM JST (next day)
8:00 PM EST9:00 AM JST (next day)
9:00 PM EST10:00 AM JST (next day)
10:00 PM EST11:00 AM JST (next day)
11:00 PM EST12:00 PM JST (next day)

How to convert EST to JST

  1. Pick a date and time in Eastern Time.
  2. The matching Japan Standard Time time appears instantly on the right.
  3. Use the ⇄ button to convert JST to EST instead.

About Eastern Time and Japan Standard Time

Eastern Time (EST) is used in New York, Washington DC, Miami and Toronto. Japan Standard Time (JST) is used in Tokyo, Osaka and all of Japan.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between EST and JST?

JST is 13 hours ahead of EST right now. The difference changes between 14 hours and 13 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.

How do I convert EST to JST?

Add 13 hours to the EST time. For example, 12:00 PM EST is 1:00 AM JST.

Where is EST used?

Eastern Time is used in New York, Washington DC, Miami and Toronto.

Where is JST used?

Japan Standard Time is used in Tokyo, Osaka and all of Japan.

Does this converter handle daylight saving time?

Yes. The converter uses the official time zone database, so it automatically applies daylight saving time for the date you pick.