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Osaka, Japan
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Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time in Osaka – Current Local Time
Live local time, JST clock, UTC offset, and time differences for Osaka, Japan.
Timezone: JST (Asia/Tokyo)Offset: UTC+9DST: Not observed (constant all year)
Osaka is situated in Japan (Asia) and observes the Asia/Tokyo (JST) time standard at UTC+9 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Osaka maintains a constant UTC+9 offset year-round, without seasonal Daylight Saving Time transitions.
The live clock above reflects current civil time to the second, providing accurate local hours for travel planning, cross-border meeting coordination, and international communications.
Time zone data verified and last updated: September 12, 2026
How Many Hours Ahead or Behind is Osaka?
Calculated time differences between Osaka (UTC+9) and major international business hubs, dynamically accounting for active Daylight Saving Time shifts.
| Financial Hub | Current Timezone | Osaka Status | Time at 12:00 PM in Osaka |
|---|---|---|---|
| New YorkUnited States | EST/EDT | Osaka is 13 hours ahead | 11:00 PM |
| LondonUnited Kingdom | GMT/BST | Osaka is 8 hours ahead | 4:00 AM |
| SydneyAustralia | AEST/AEDT | Osaka is 1 hour behind | 1:00 PM |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Osaka
What time is it in Osaka right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current time in Osaka, Japan, updated every second. Osaka is on JST (UTC+9 from UTC).
What time zone is Osaka in?
Osaka uses the Asia/Tokyo time zone (JST), which is UTC+9 from Coordinated Universal Time. This offset stays the same all year because Osaka does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
What is the time difference between Osaka and New York?
Osaka is currently 13 hours ahead of New York. When it is 9:00 AM in New York, it is 10:00 PM in Osaka. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
What is the time difference between Osaka and London?
Osaka is currently 8 hours ahead of London. When it is 9:00 AM in London, it is 5:00 PM in Osaka. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
Does Osaka observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Osaka does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC+9 offset from UTC stays constant throughout the year.
When is the best time to schedule a call with someone in Osaka?
Standard business hours in Osaka are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time (JST). Use the timeline planner on this page to line up Osaka's working hours with your own time zone and find an overlap that suits both sides.
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Osaka at a Glance
UTC Offset
UTC+9
DST Observed
No
Osaka Time & Location Profile
Timezone Identifier
Asia/Tokyo (JST)
Current UTC Offset
UTC+9
Daylight Saving Time
Not Observed (fixed offset year-round)
Country & Region
Japan • Asia
Planning a Trip or Call to Osaka?
✈️ Flight & Airport Details
When booking travel to Osaka, remember to account for the local time difference—Osaka is UTC+9 from UTC. Adjust your watch upon arrival to adjust to local routines.
💼 Business Hours & Scheduling
Osaka does not observe Daylight Saving Time, keeping international scheduling calculations consistent all year at UTC+9.