JST to PST time difference
PST is 16 hours behind JST right now. The difference changes between 17 hours and 16 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
Quick examples: 9:00 AM JST = 5:00 PM PST · 12:00 PM JST = 8:00 PM PST · 5:00 PM JST = 1:00 AM PST
JST to PST conversion table
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | Pacific Time (PST) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM JST | 8:00 AM PST (previous day) |
| 1:00 AM JST | 9:00 AM PST (previous day) |
| 2:00 AM JST | 10:00 AM PST (previous day) |
| 3:00 AM JST | 11:00 AM PST (previous day) |
| 4:00 AM JST | 12:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 5:00 AM JST | 1:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 6:00 AM JST | 2:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 7:00 AM JST | 3:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 8:00 AM JST | 4:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 9:00 AM JST | 5:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 10:00 AM JST | 6:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 11:00 AM JST | 7:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 12:00 PM JST | 8:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 1:00 PM JST | 9:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 2:00 PM JST | 10:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 3:00 PM JST | 11:00 PM PST (previous day) |
| 4:00 PM JST | 12:00 AM PST |
| 5:00 PM JST | 1:00 AM PST |
| 6:00 PM JST | 2:00 AM PST |
| 7:00 PM JST | 3:00 AM PST |
| 8:00 PM JST | 4:00 AM PST |
| 9:00 PM JST | 5:00 AM PST |
| 10:00 PM JST | 6:00 AM PST |
| 11:00 PM JST | 7:00 AM PST |
How to convert JST to PST
- Pick a date and time in Japan Standard Time.
- The matching Pacific Time time appears instantly on the right.
- Use the ⇄ button to convert PST to JST instead.
About Japan Standard Time and Pacific Time
Japan Standard Time (JST) is used in Tokyo, Osaka and all of Japan. Pacific Time (PST) is used in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Vancouver.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between JST and PST?
PST is 16 hours behind JST right now. The difference changes between 17 hours and 16 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
How do I convert JST to PST?
Subtract 16 hours to the JST time. For example, 12:00 PM JST is 8:00 PM PST.
Where is JST used?
Japan Standard Time is used in Tokyo, Osaka and all of Japan.
Where is PST used?
Pacific Time is used in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Vancouver.
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.