Current Local Time in Niigata
Niigata, Japan (GMT+9)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Niigata 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 Niigata
☀️Climate
Humid continental with warm summers (24-30°C) and cold snowy winters (0-5°C). Sea of Japan snow effect.
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📍About Niigata Time Zone
Niigata is located in the Asia/Tokyo time zone (UTC+9). As a significant city in Japan, Niigata serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Niigata is 14 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Niigata, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Niigata does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+9.
Niigata has a population of approximately 790K. The local currency is the Japanese Yen (¥). To call Niigata from abroad, use the country code +81 25. The primary language spoken is Japanese.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Niigata time is 14 hours ahead of New York, and 9 hours ahead of London. This makes Niigata well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Niigata Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: Japan (JP)
- • Coordinates: 37.90°, 139.02°
- • Calling Code: +81 25