United States
Japan
Seattle to Tokyo Time Difference
Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of Seattle
Seattle vs Tokyo — At a Glance
Seattle to Tokyo — Hour-by-Hour
About Seattle and Tokyo
Seattle (population: 0.74M) is known for Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, coffee culture, and the Pacific Northwest. Tokyo (population: 13.9M) is known for the world's largest metropolitan economy, Shibuya Crossing, anime culture, and Toyota.
Business Hours Overlap
The 16-hour gap means Seattle and Tokyo have almost no standard-hours overlap. Early morning calls from Seattle or late evening calls from Tokyo are the most practical options.
Calling Between Cities
With 16 hours between Seattle (+1) and Tokyo (+81), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Seattle uses USD while Tokyo uses JPY. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Seattle 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 Seattle and Tokyo visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seattle and Tokyo?
Tokyo, Japan is 16 hours ahead of Seattle, United States. Seattle is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7) and Tokyo is in the Asia/Tokyo timezone (UTC+9).
When it's noon in Seattle, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seattle, it's 4:00 AM in Tokyo.
What is the best time to call Tokyo from Seattle?
The best time to call Tokyo from Seattle is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Seattle, it's 1:00 AM in Tokyo. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Seattle for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Tokyo use?
Tokyo, Japan uses JPY. Seattle uses USD. 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 Seattle?
To call Tokyo from Seattle, dial your international access code followed by +81 and the local number. Seattle uses country code +1 and Tokyo uses +81.
