PST to JST Time Zone Converter — Pacific to Japan

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

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From (Pacific Standard Time): Next DST change: November 1, 2026 — PDT shifts to PST (UTC-8)

PST to JST Conversion Chart

Last updated: April 2026

Today's reference — every 3 hours. DST is applied automatically.

PST Time	JST Time
12:00 AM	4:00 PM
3:00 AM	7:00 PM
6:00 AM	10:00 PM
9:00 AM	1:00 AM (+1 day)
12:00 PM	4:00 AM (+1 day)
3:00 PM	7:00 AM (+1 day)
6:00 PM	10:00 AM (+1 day)
9:00 PM	1:00 PM (+1 day)

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About PST to JST Conversion

Last updated: April 2026

Converting time between PST and JST requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. PST (PST) operates at UTC-7, while JST (JST) is set to UTC+9. This means JST is 16 hours ahead PST. For example, when it's 6:01 AM PST on May 5, 2026, it's 10:01 PM JST in JST. America/Los_Angeles observes daylight saving time, switching between PST (UTC-8) and PDT (UTC-7), while Asia/Tokyo does not observe daylight saving time. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in JST for any time in PST, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

Last updated: April 2026

Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: April 2026

What is the time difference between PST and JST?

The time difference between PST and JST is 16 hours. JST is 16 hours ahead PST.

Is JST ahead of or behind PST?

JST is ahead of PST by 16 hours. When it's 8 AM in PST, it's 12:00 AM in JST.

How many hours do you add to PST to get JST?

You add 16 hours to PST to get JST. For example, 8 AM PST + 16 hours = 12:00 AM JST.

Does the PST to JST time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, the time difference can change during Daylight Saving Time (DST). PST observes DST, which can affect the time difference during the transition periods in spring and fall.

What is 8 AM PST in JST?

8 AM PST is 12:00 AM JST. This conversion accounts for the 16-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is PST the same throughout the year when converting to JST?

No, the conversion between PST and JST can vary during the year due to Daylight Saving Time. The time difference may change by 1 hour during DST transition periods (typically March and November), so always use a current timezone converter for accurate conversions.

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