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Tokyo to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 8 hours behind Tokyo
Tokyo vs Accra — At a Glance
Tokyo to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Tokyo and Accra
Tokyo (population: 13.9M) is known for the world's largest metropolitan economy, Shibuya Crossing, anime culture, and Toyota. Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade.
Business Hours Overlap
With a 8-hour difference, teams in Tokyo and Accra typically rely on a narrow overlap window for real-time meetings and use async tools like Slack or email for the rest.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Accra (+233) from Tokyo (+81), be mindful of the 8-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Tokyo (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Tokyo uses JPY while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Tokyo primarily speaks Japanese, while Accra speaks English. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Tokyo and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Tokyo and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 8 hours behind Tokyo, Japan. Tokyo is in the Asia/Tokyo timezone (UTC+9) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Tokyo, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Tokyo, it's 4:00 AM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Tokyo?
The best time to call Accra from Tokyo is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Tokyo, it's 1:00 AM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Tokyo for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Tokyo uses JPY. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Accra?
The primary language in Accra is English. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Accra from Tokyo?
To call Accra from Tokyo, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Tokyo uses country code +81 and Accra uses +233.
