Tokyo to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 9 hours behind Tokyo. When it is noon in Tokyo, it is 03:00 in Accra.
Tokyo (UTC+9) → Accra (UTC+0)
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When it's 14:00 in Tokyo, it's 05:00 in Accra
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Tokyo & Accra◐ Extended Hours (5 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
13,808 km
Est. Flight Time
~17.2h
Time Difference
-9h
Work Hours Overlap
0h
None
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No overlap available
No overlap
⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Tokyo
21:00
Accra (-1)
09:00
Tokyo
00:00
Accra
12:00
Tokyo
03:00
Accra
15:00
Tokyo
06:00
Accra
18:00
Tokyo
09:00
Accra
21:00
Tokyo
12:00
Accra
00:00
Tokyo
15:00
Accra (-1)
03:00
Tokyo
18:00
Accra (-1)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Tokyo ahead of Accra?
Accra is 9 hours behind Tokyo. When it is 12:00 noon in Tokyo, it is 03:00 in Accra. Tokyo operates on Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9), while Accra uses Africa/Accra (UTC+0).
What is the best time to call Accra from Tokyo?
Standard business hours (9 AM–5 PM) do not overlap between Tokyo and Accra due to the 9 hours difference. Consider early morning or late evening calls, or use async communication.
Does the Tokyo to Accra 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 Tokyo and Accra
The distance between Tokyo and Accra is approximately 13,808 km. A direct flight typically takes around 17.2 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Accra time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.