United Kingdom
Japan
London to Tokyo Time Difference
Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of London
London vs Tokyo — At a Glance
London to Tokyo — Hour-by-Hour
About London and Tokyo
London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway. Tokyo (population: 13.9M) is known for the world's largest metropolitan economy, Shibuya Crossing, anime culture, and Toyota.
Business Hours Overlap
London and Tokyo are both global financial centers. When London's market closes, Tokyo's is already open, creating a relay pattern common in 24-hour trading.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Tokyo (+81) from London (+44), be mindful of the 8-hour gap. The safest window is early morning in London (8–10 AM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
London uses GBP while Tokyo uses JPY. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
London primarily speaks English, while Tokyo speaks Japanese. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare London and Tokyo visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between London and Tokyo?
Tokyo, Japan is 8 hours ahead of London, United Kingdom. London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1) and Tokyo is in the Asia/Tokyo timezone (UTC+9).
When it's noon in London, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in London, it's 8:00 PM in Tokyo.
What is the best time to call Tokyo from London?
The best time to call Tokyo from London is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in London, it's 5:00 PM in Tokyo. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in London for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Tokyo use?
Tokyo, Japan uses JPY. London uses GBP. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Tokyo?
The primary language in Tokyo is Japanese. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Tokyo from London?
To call Tokyo from London, dial your international access code followed by +81 and the local number. London uses country code +44 and Tokyo uses +81.
