Current Local Time in Kumamoto
Kumamoto, Japan (GMT+9)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Kumamoto 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 Kumamoto
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot humid summers (27-33°C) and mild winters (3-10°C). Kyushu interior climate.
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📍About Kumamoto Time Zone
Kumamoto is located in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+9). As a significant city in Japan, Kumamoto serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Kumamoto is 14 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Kumamoto, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Kumamoto does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+9.
Kumamoto has a population of approximately 740K. The local currency is the Japanese Yen (¥). To call Kumamoto from abroad, use the country code +81 96. The primary language spoken is Japanese.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Kumamoto time is 14 hours ahead of New York, and 9 hours ahead of London. This makes Kumamoto well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Kumamoto Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: Japan (JP)
- • Coordinates: 32.80°, 130.71°
- • Calling Code: +81 96