Current Local Time in Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan (GMT+9)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Kyoto 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 Kyoto
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot humid summers (27-33°C) and cold winters (2-9°C).
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📍About Kyoto Time Zone
Kyoto is located in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+9). As a major metropolitan city in Japan, Kyoto serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Kyoto is 14 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Kyoto, consider that standard business hours are typically Temples typically 9 AM to 5 PM. Go early to avoid crowds. local time. Kyoto does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+9.
Kyoto has a population of approximately 1.5M (2.8M in the metro area). The local currency is the Japanese Yen (¥). To call Kyoto from abroad, use the country code +81 75. The primary language spoken is Japanese.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Kyoto time is 14 hours ahead of New York, and 9 hours ahead of London. This makes Kyoto well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Kyoto Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: Japan (JP)
- • Coordinates: 35.01°, 135.77°
- • Calling Code: +81 75