Tokyo to Phoenix Time Difference
Phoenix is 16 hours behind Tokyo. When it is noon in Tokyo, it is 20:00 in Phoenix.
Tokyo (UTC+9) → Phoenix (UTC-7)
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When it's 19:00 in Tokyo, it's 03:00 in Phoenix
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Tokyo & Phoenix◐ Extended Hours (7 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
9,309 km
Est. Flight Time
~12h
Time Difference
-16h
Work Hours Overlap
0h
None
🔴 Office Closed
No overlap available
No overlap
⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Tokyo
14:00
Phoenix (-1)
09:00
Tokyo
17:00
Phoenix (-1)
12:00
Tokyo
20:00
Phoenix (-1)
15:00
Tokyo
23:00
Phoenix (-1)
18:00
Tokyo
02:00
Phoenix
21:00
Tokyo
05:00
Phoenix
00:00
Tokyo
08:00
Phoenix (-1)
03:00
Tokyo
11:00
Phoenix (-1)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Tokyo ahead of Phoenix?
Phoenix is 16 hours behind Tokyo. When it is 12:00 noon in Tokyo, it is 20:00 in Phoenix. Tokyo operates on Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9), while Phoenix uses America/Phoenix (UTC-7).
What is the best time to call Phoenix from Tokyo?
Standard business hours (9 AM–5 PM) do not overlap between Tokyo and Phoenix due to the 16 hours difference. Consider early morning or late evening calls, or use async communication.
Does the Tokyo to Phoenix 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 Phoenix
The distance between Tokyo and Phoenix is approximately 9,309 km. A direct flight typically takes around 12 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Phoenix time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.