Memphis to Tokyo Time Difference
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Memphis. When it is noon in Memphis, it is 02:00 in Tokyo.
Chicago (UTC-5) → Tokyo (UTC+9)
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When it's 05:00 in Memphis, it's 19:00 in Tokyo
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🤝 Best Meeting Times
Memphis & Tokyo◐ Extended Hours (3 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
10,604 km
Est. Flight Time
~13.5h
Time Difference
+14h
Work Hours Overlap
0h
None
🔴 Office Closed
No overlap available
No overlap
⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Memphis
20:00
Tokyo
09:00
Memphis
23:00
Tokyo
12:00
Memphis
02:00
Tokyo (+1)
15:00
Memphis
05:00
Tokyo (+1)
18:00
Memphis
08:00
Tokyo (+1)
21:00
Memphis
11:00
Tokyo (+1)
00:00
Memphis
14:00
Tokyo
03:00
Memphis
17:00
Tokyo
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Memphis behind Tokyo?
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Memphis. When it is 12:00 noon in Memphis, it is 02:00 in Tokyo. Memphis operates on America/Chicago (UTC-5), while Tokyo uses Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9).
What is the best time to call Tokyo from Memphis?
Standard business hours (9 AM–5 PM) do not overlap between Memphis and Tokyo due to the 14 hours difference. Consider early morning or late evening calls, or use async communication.
Does the Memphis to Tokyo time difference change throughout the year?
The time difference can shift by up to one hour when either city observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). DST transition dates differ between countries — typically March/April in the Northern Hemisphere and October in the Southern Hemisphere. Always verify the live difference above when scheduling important meetings near DST changeover dates.
Flying between Memphis and Tokyo
The distance between Memphis and Tokyo is approximately 10,604 km. A direct flight typically takes around 13.5 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Tokyo time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.