Current Local Time in Kobe
Kobe, Japan (GMT+9)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Kobe 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 Kobe
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot humid summers (27-33°C) and mild winters (3-10°C). Rainy season in June.
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📍About Kobe Time Zone
Kobe is located in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+9). As a major metropolitan city in Japan, Kobe serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Kobe is 14 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Kobe, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Kobe does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+9.
Kobe has a population of approximately 1.5M. The local currency is the Japanese Yen (¥). To call Kobe from abroad, use the country code +81 78. The primary language spoken is Japanese.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Kobe time is 14 hours ahead of New York, and 9 hours ahead of London. This makes Kobe well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Kobe Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: Japan (JP)
- • Coordinates: 34.69°, 135.20°
- • Calling Code: +81 78