Current Local Time in Kamakura
Kamakura, Japan (GMT+9)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Kamakura follows Japan Standard Time (JST), which is UTC+9. The city does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the offset remains constant year-round.
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⏰Time Zone Facts
Asia/TokyoData: IANA Time Zone Database
🏢Business Hours in Kamakura
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot summers (25-31°C) and mild winters (4-10°C). Ocean moderates temperatures.
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📍About Kamakura Time Zone
Kamakura is located in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+9). As a major metropolitan city in Japan, Kamakura serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Kamakura is 14 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Kamakura, consider that standard business hours are typically Great Buddha 8 AM to 5:30 PM. Temples typically 8 AM to 4:30 PM. Komachi Street shops 10 AM to 6 PM. local time. Kamakura does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+9.
Kamakura has a population of approximately 0.17M (0.17M in the metro area). The local currency is the Japanese Yen (¥). To call Kamakura from abroad, use the country code +81 467. The primary language spoken is Japanese.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Kamakura time is 14 hours ahead of New York, and 9 hours ahead of London. This makes Kamakura well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Kamakura Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: Japan (JP)
- • Coordinates: 35.32°, 139.55°
- • Calling Code: +81 467