Daylight Saving Time 2025: Japan
Japan does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+9 remains constant throughout 2025.
Does not observe DST
Japan keeps the same time offset (UTC+9) all year round.
UTC Offsets — Japan
| Period | UTC Offset | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Time (Winter) | UTC+9 | Asia/Tokyo |
Cities in Japan
| City | Timezone | UTC Offset (Standard) |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Osaka | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Nagoya | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Fukuoka | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Sapporo | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Kyoto | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Hiroshima | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Kobe | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Yokohama | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Kawasaki | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Sendai | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Kitakyushu | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Chiba | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Sakai | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Niigata | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Hamamatsu | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Kumamoto | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Sagamihara | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Shizuoka | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Okayama | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
| Suita | Asia/Tokyo | UTC+9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Japan observe daylight saving time?
No, Japan does not observe daylight saving time. The country keeps the same UTC offset throughout the year.
When do clocks change in Japan in 2025?
Japan does not observe DST in 2025. Clocks do not change.
How much do clocks change in Japan?
Japan does not observe DST, so clocks do not change. The UTC offset is always UTC+9.
What is the UTC offset for Japan?
Japan uses a fixed UTC offset of UTC+9 year-round.
Which timezone does Japan use?
Japan's primary timezone is Asia/Tokyo. Some cities may use different timezones — for example: Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo), Osaka (Asia/Tokyo), Nagoya (Asia/Tokyo).