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Convert JST to PST
Japan Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time — Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Tokyo
Quick Facts
Time Difference
-16 hours
JST Full Name
Japan Standard Time
PST Full Name
Pacific Standard Time
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About JST and PST Time Zones
JST (Japan Standard Time) is UTC+9 and covers cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto. PST (Pacific Standard Time) is UTC-8 and covers cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Tokyo (JST), it's 8:00 PM in Los Angeles (PST). The time difference between JST and PST is 16 hours — Los Angeles is behind Tokyo.
With a 17-hour gap, scheduling overlap is very limited. Early morning in Tokyo (6–8 AM) corresponds to evening or late night in Los Angeles.
Daylight Saving Time
PST observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes PDT (Pacific Daylight Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC-7.
During DST transitions, the time difference between JST and PST may shift by ±1 hour. Always verify the current offset above for the most accurate conversion.
Use our world clock tool to compare Tokyo and Los Angeles with a visual timeline, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between JST and PST?
Los Angeles (PST) is 16 hours behind Tokyo (JST). The offset is -16 hours.
Is PST ahead or behind JST?
PST is 16 hours behind JST. JST is UTC+9 and PST is UTC-7.
When it's 12:00 PM in Tokyo, what time is it in Los Angeles?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Tokyo (JST), it's 8:00 PM in Los Angeles (PST).
When it's 5:00 PM in Tokyo, what time is it in Los Angeles?
When it's 5:00 PM in Tokyo (JST), it's 1:00 AM in Los Angeles (PST).
Does PST change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. PST (Pacific Standard Time, UTC-8) becomes PDT (Pacific Daylight Time, UTC-7) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.