JST to CST time difference
CST is 14 hours behind JST right now. The difference changes between 15 hours and 14 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
Quick examples: 9:00 AM JST = 7:00 PM CST · 12:00 PM JST = 10:00 PM CST · 5:00 PM JST = 3:00 AM CST
JST to CST conversion table
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | Central Time (CST) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM JST | 10:00 AM CST (previous day) |
| 1:00 AM JST | 11:00 AM CST (previous day) |
| 2:00 AM JST | 12:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 3:00 AM JST | 1:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 4:00 AM JST | 2:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 5:00 AM JST | 3:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 6:00 AM JST | 4:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 7:00 AM JST | 5:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 8:00 AM JST | 6:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 9:00 AM JST | 7:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 10:00 AM JST | 8:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 11:00 AM JST | 9:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 12:00 PM JST | 10:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 1:00 PM JST | 11:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 2:00 PM JST | 12:00 AM CST |
| 3:00 PM JST | 1:00 AM CST |
| 4:00 PM JST | 2:00 AM CST |
| 5:00 PM JST | 3:00 AM CST |
| 6:00 PM JST | 4:00 AM CST |
| 7:00 PM JST | 5:00 AM CST |
| 8:00 PM JST | 6:00 AM CST |
| 9:00 PM JST | 7:00 AM CST |
| 10:00 PM JST | 8:00 AM CST |
| 11:00 PM JST | 9:00 AM CST |
How to convert JST to CST
- Pick a date and time in Japan Standard Time.
- The matching Central Time time appears instantly on the right.
- Use the ⇄ button to convert CST to JST instead.
About Japan Standard Time and Central Time
Japan Standard Time (JST) is used in Tokyo, Osaka and all of Japan. Central Time (CST) is used in Chicago, Dallas, Houston and Mexico City.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between JST and CST?
CST is 14 hours behind JST right now. The difference changes between 15 hours and 14 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
How do I convert JST to CST?
Subtract 14 hours to the JST time. For example, 12:00 PM JST is 10:00 PM CST.
Where is JST used?
Japan Standard Time is used in Tokyo, Osaka and all of Japan.
Where is CST used?
Central Time is used in Chicago, Dallas, Houston and Mexico City.
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.