Japan
United States
Tokyo to Seattle Time Difference
Seattle is 16 hours behind Tokyo
Tokyo vs Seattle — At a Glance
Tokyo to Seattle — Hour-by-Hour
About Tokyo and Seattle
Tokyo (population: 13.9M) is known for the world's largest metropolitan economy, Shibuya Crossing, anime culture, and Toyota. Seattle (population: 0.74M) is known for Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, coffee culture, and the Pacific Northwest.
Business Hours Overlap
The 16-hour gap means Tokyo and Seattle have almost no standard-hours overlap. Early morning calls from Tokyo or late evening calls from Seattle are the most practical options.
Calling Between Cities
With 16 hours between Tokyo (+81) and Seattle (+1), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Tokyo uses JPY while Seattle uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Tokyo primarily speaks Japanese, while Seattle 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 Seattle visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Tokyo and Seattle?
Seattle, United States is 16 hours behind Tokyo, Japan. Tokyo is in the Asia/Tokyo timezone (UTC+9) and Seattle is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7).
When it's noon in Tokyo, what time is it in Seattle?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Tokyo, it's 8:00 PM in Seattle.
What is the best time to call Seattle from Tokyo?
The best time to call Seattle from Tokyo is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Tokyo, it's 5:00 PM in Seattle. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Tokyo for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Seattle use?
Seattle, United States uses USD. Tokyo uses JPY. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Seattle?
The primary language in Seattle is English. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Seattle from Tokyo?
To call Seattle from Tokyo, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Tokyo uses country code +81 and Seattle uses +1.
