Shanghai to Osaka Time Difference
Osaka is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai. When it is noon in Shanghai, it is 13:00 in Osaka.
Shanghai (UTC+8) → Tokyo (UTC+9)
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When it's 12:00 in Shanghai, it's 13:00 in Osaka
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✈️ Travel Information
Distance
1,363 km
Est. Flight Time
~2.6h
Time Difference
+1h
Work Hours Overlap
7h
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⏰ Quick Conversion
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Shanghai
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Osaka
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Shanghai
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Shanghai
19:00
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Shanghai
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Shanghai
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Shanghai
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Shanghai behind Osaka?
Osaka is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai. When it is 12:00 noon in Shanghai, it is 13:00 in Osaka. Shanghai operates on Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8), while Osaka uses Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9).
What is the best time to call Osaka from Shanghai?
There are 7 hours of overlapping business time (9 AM–5 PM) between Shanghai and Osaka. The best window is 09:00–16:00 Shanghai time (10:00–17:00 in Osaka).
Does the Shanghai to Osaka 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 Shanghai and Osaka
The distance between Shanghai and Osaka is approximately 1,363 km. A direct flight typically takes around 2.6 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Osaka time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.