London to Tokyo Time Difference
🇬🇧 London is currently 9 hours ahead of 🇯🇵 Tokyo. This difference varies between 8h and 9h due to Daylight Saving Time.
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Difference
+9h
Business overlap
None
Distance
9,559 km
Approx. flight
11.2h
Hour-by-Hour: London to Tokyo
| 🇬🇧 London | 🇯🇵 Tokyo | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:00 AM | |
| 1:00 AM | 10:00 AM | |
| 2:00 AM | 11:00 AM | |
| 3:00 AM | 12:00 PM | |
| 4:00 AM | 1:00 PM | |
| 5:00 AM | 2:00 PM | |
| 6:00 AM | 3:00 PM | |
| 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM | |
| 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM | |
| 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM | |
| 10:00 AM | 7:00 PM | |
| 11:00 AM | 8:00 PM | |
| 12:00 PM | 9:00 PM | |
| 1:00 PM | 10:00 PM | |
| 2:00 PM | 11:00 PM | |
| 3:00 PM | 12:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 5:00 PM | 2:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 6:00 PM | 3:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 7:00 PM | 4:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 8:00 PM | 5:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 9:00 PM | 6:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 10:00 PM | 7:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 11:00 PM | 8:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
London observes Daylight Saving Time, while Tokyo does not. This causes the time difference to shift between 8 hours ahead and 9 hours ahead depending on the season. Currently, London is 9 hours ahead relative to Tokyo.
Min difference
8h
Max difference
9h
Best Meeting Times
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in London and Tokyo. Consider scheduling early morning or late evening calls to bridge the gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between London and Tokyo?
The time difference between London and Tokyo is currently 9 hours ahead. London uses GMT (UTC+0), while Tokyo uses GMT+9 (UTC+9). This difference varies seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time, ranging from 8 hours ahead to 9 hours ahead.
When it's noon in London, what time is it in Tokyo?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in London, it is 9:00 PM in Tokyo. Use our calculator above to convert any other time.
Does the time difference between London and Tokyo change?
Yes, the time difference changes throughout the year. Because London observes Daylight Saving Time, the offset shifts between 8 hours ahead and 9 hours ahead at different times of the year.
What are the best times to schedule a call between London and Tokyo?
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in London and Tokyo. Consider scheduling early morning in one city or late evening in the other to find a mutually reasonable time.
Is London ahead or behind Tokyo?
London is currently 9 hours behind Tokyo.
What time zone is London in?
London is in the Europe/London time zone, currently using GMT (UTC+0). London observes Daylight Saving Time, so the offset changes twice a year.
What time is midnight in London in Tokyo?
When it is midnight (12:00 AM) in London, it is 9:00 AM in Tokyo.