Time Difference Between Newark and Tokyo

The time difference between Newark and Tokyo is 14 hours. When it is 12:00 noon in Newark, it is 02:00 in Tokyo. Newark uses the America/New_York time zone (UTC-5), while Tokyo uses Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9).

Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Newark — 14 hours
Newark, United States
11:10:34
Sunday, November 8, 2026
UTC-5 · EST
↔
Tokyo, Japan
01:10:34
Monday, November 9, 2026
UTC+9 · JST

Time Zone Details: Newark vs Tokyo

Detail Newark Tokyo
Time Zone IDAmerica/New_YorkAsia/Tokyo
UTC OffsetUTC-5UTC+9
AbbreviationESTJST
DST ActiveNoNo
CountryUnited StatesJapan
RegionDelawareAsia

Best Time to Schedule a Call

With a 14 hours gap, there is no standard business-hours overlap between Newark and Tokyo. One party will need to adjust their schedule. Early mornings in Tokyo or late evenings in Newark tend to be the most practical compromise.

Hour-by-Hour Time Conversion

Use this table to quickly convert any hour from Newark time to Tokyo time. Rows highlighted in green indicate overlapping business hours in both cities.

Newark Tokyo
00:00 14:00 Night
01:00 15:00 Night
02:00 16:00 Night
03:00 17:00 Night
04:00 18:00 Night
05:00 19:00 Night
06:00 20:00
07:00 21:00
08:00 22:00
09:00 23:00
10:00 00:00 (+1 day)
11:00 01:00 (+1 day)
12:00 02:00 (+1 day)
13:00 03:00 (+1 day)
14:00 04:00 (+1 day)
15:00 05:00 (+1 day)
16:00 06:00 (+1 day)
17:00 07:00 (+1 day)
18:00 08:00 (+1 day)
19:00 09:00 (+1 day)
20:00 10:00 (+1 day)
21:00 11:00 (+1 day)
22:00 12:00 (+1 day) Night
23:00 13:00 (+1 day) Night

Daylight Saving Time (DST) Impact

Neither Newark nor Tokyo is currently observing daylight saving time. If either city observes DST, the time difference will change by 1 hour when DST begins or ends. Always double-check before scheduling across these time zones during March–April and October–November.

Practical Tips for Newark–Tokyo Scheduling

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Newark and Tokyo?

The time difference is 14 hours. Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Newark.

Does the time difference change during the year?

It can. If either Newark or Tokyo observes daylight saving time, the gap will shift by 1 hour during the transition periods (typically March–April and October–November).

When is the best time to call from Newark to Tokyo?

There is no ideal window during standard business hours. Consider scheduling at the edges — early morning for the city that is ahead and late afternoon for the city that is behind.

How do I convert Newark time to Tokyo time?

Add 14 hours to Newark time to get Tokyo time. Use the hour-by-hour table above for a quick reference.

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