Time difference between Tokyo and Los Angeles

Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Tokyo.

Japan · Japan Standard Time

4:45 PM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

United States · Pacific Daylight Time

12:45 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Tokyo to Los Angeles time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Tokyo. Tokyo is on UTC+9 and Los Angeles is on UTC−7.

What time is it in Los Angeles when it is 9 AM in Tokyo?

When it is 9:00 AM in Tokyo, it is 5:00 PM the previous day in Los Angeles.

When is the best time to call Los Angeles from Tokyo?

The best time to call or meet is 9:00 AM–10:00 AM in Tokyo (5:00 PM–6:00 PM in Los Angeles), when both places are in normal office hours.

Does the time difference between Tokyo and Los Angeles change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, November 1, 2026, when Los Angeles will be 17 hours behind Tokyo.

Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles. More: time in Tokyo · time in Los Angeles