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Convert EST to JST
Eastern Standard Time to Japan Standard Time — Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of New York
Quick Facts
Time Difference
+13 hours
EST Full Name
Eastern Standard Time
JST Full Name
Japan Standard Time
EST to JST Conversion Table
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About EST and JST Time Zones
EST (Eastern Standard Time) is UTC-5 and covers cities like New York, Washington D.C., Miami. JST (Japan Standard Time) is UTC+9 and covers cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in New York (EST), it's 1:00 AM in Tokyo (JST). The time difference between EST and JST is 13 hours — Tokyo is ahead of New York.
With a 14-hour gap, scheduling overlap is very limited. Early morning in New York (6–8 AM) corresponds to evening or late night in Tokyo.
Daylight Saving Time
EST observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes EDT (Eastern Daylight Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC-4.
During DST transitions, the time difference between EST and JST may shift by ±1 hour. Always verify the current offset above for the most accurate conversion.
Use our world clock tool to compare New York and Tokyo with a visual timeline, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between EST and JST?
Tokyo (JST) is 13 hours ahead of New York (EST). The offset is +13 hours.
Is JST ahead or behind EST?
JST is 13 hours ahead of EST. EST is UTC-4 and JST is UTC+9.
When it's 12:00 PM in New York, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in New York (EST), it's 1:00 AM in Tokyo (JST).
When it's 5:00 PM in New York, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it's 5:00 PM in New York (EST), it's 6:00 AM in Tokyo (JST).
Does EST change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. EST (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-5) becomes EDT (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-4) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.