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