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Convert CET to JST
Central European Time to Japan Standard Time — Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of Paris
Quick Facts
Time Difference
+7 hours
CET Full Name
Central European Time
JST Full Name
Japan Standard Time
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About CET and JST Time Zones
CET (Central European Time) is UTC+1 and covers cities like Paris, Berlin, Rome. JST (Japan Standard Time) is UTC+9 and covers cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Paris (CET), it's 7:00 PM in Tokyo (JST). The time difference between CET and JST is 7 hours — Tokyo is ahead of Paris.
A workday starting at 9 AM in Paris corresponds to 5:00 PM in Tokyo, giving a short overlap window for morning meetings.
Daylight Saving Time
CET observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes CEST (Central European Summer Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC+2.
During DST transitions, the time difference between CET and JST may shift by ±1 hour. Always verify the current offset above for the most accurate conversion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between CET and JST?
Tokyo (JST) is 7 hours ahead of Paris (CET). The offset is +7 hours.
Is JST ahead or behind CET?
JST is 7 hours ahead of CET. CET is UTC+2 and JST is UTC+9.
When it's 12:00 PM in Paris, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Paris (CET), it's 7:00 PM in Tokyo (JST).
When it's 5:00 PM in Paris, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it's 5:00 PM in Paris (CET), it's 12:00 AM in Tokyo (JST).
Does CET change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. CET (Central European Time, UTC+1) becomes CEST (Central European Summer Time, UTC+2) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.