Time Difference Between Tokyo and Phoenix

The time difference between Tokyo and Phoenix is 16 hours. When it is 12:00 noon in Tokyo, it is 20:00 in Phoenix. Tokyo uses the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+9), while Phoenix uses America/Phoenix (UTC-7).

Phoenix is 16 hours behind Tokyo — 16 hours
Tokyo, Japan
05:54:24
Friday, March 27, 2026
UTC+9 · JST
Phoenix, United States
13:54:24
Thursday, March 26, 2026
UTC-7 · MST

Time Zone Details: Tokyo vs Phoenix

Detail Tokyo Phoenix
Time Zone IDAsia/TokyoAmerica/Phoenix
UTC OffsetUTC+9UTC-7
AbbreviationJSTMST
DST ActiveNoNo
CountryJapanUnited States
RegionAsiaNorth America

Best Time to Schedule a Call

With a 16 hours gap, there is no standard business-hours overlap between Tokyo and Phoenix. One party will need to adjust their schedule. Early mornings in Tokyo or late evenings in Phoenix tend to be the most practical compromise.

Hour-by-Hour Time Conversion

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

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

Daylight Saving Time (DST) Impact

Neither Tokyo nor Phoenix 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 Tokyo–Phoenix Scheduling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Phoenix?

The time difference is 16 hours. Phoenix is 16 hours behind Tokyo.

Does the time difference change during the year?

It can. If either Tokyo or Phoenix 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 Tokyo to Phoenix?

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 Tokyo time to Phoenix time?

Subtract 16 hours from Tokyo time to get Phoenix time. Use the hour-by-hour table above for a quick reference.

Related Pages

For sunrise and sunset data, visit TheSunsetTimes.com. For detailed DST schedules, see DaylightSavingTime.info.