Time difference between Beijing and Tokyo

Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of Beijing.

China · China Standard Time

8:30 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Japan · Japan Standard Time

9:30 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Beijing to Tokyo time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between Beijing and Tokyo?

Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of Beijing. Beijing is on UTC+8 and Tokyo is on UTC+9.

What time is it in Tokyo when it is 9 AM in Beijing?

When it is 9:00 AM in Beijing, it is 10:00 AM in Tokyo.

When is the best time to call Tokyo from Beijing?

The best time to call or meet is 9:00 AM–5:00 PM in Beijing (10:00 AM–6:00 PM in Tokyo), when both places are in normal office hours.

Which days are working days in both Beijing and Tokyo?

Both Beijing and Tokyo usually work Monday to Friday.

Does the time difference between Beijing and Tokyo change?

No. Neither Beijing nor Tokyo changes its clocks in a way that affects the difference, so it stays the same all year.

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