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Current Date And Time In Tokyo, Japan

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
18:10:19 JST
Capital: Shinjuku
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Area: 2,194.05 km²

✈️ Tokyo, Japan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Tokyo, Japan using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Tokyo.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Tokyo with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Tokyo — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Japan, which includes Tokyo, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Japan before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Japan's time zone +09:00, country calling code +81 (exit prefix 010) and country internet domain .JP. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Tokyo.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+09:00
📞 Country Calling Code+81
☎️ International Exit Prefix010
🌐 Internet Domain.JP

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Japan — police 110, ambulance 119, fire brigade 118. Store these in your phone before you reach Tokyo. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Tokyo.

🚔
Police
110
🚑
Ambulance
119
🚒
Fire
118

📊 Japan At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Japan — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.925
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
84.0
years
💰
GDP Per Capita
$32,487
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
2.5%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Japan development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Tokyo for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Tokyo
Regional Airport
Chofu Airport
Chofu, JP
11
km away

📍 "Nearest to Tokyo" is measured from the state's approximate geographic center, not any specific city — for the exact airport nearest a particular town, check that city's own page; the Shinjuku entry above is measured from the capital's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Tokyo From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tokyo to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Singapore (Singapore)5,311 km3,300 mi~ 7h
Sydney (Australia)7,826 km4,863 mi~ 9h 57m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)7,930 km4,927 mi~ 10h 05m
Los Angeles (United States)8,819 km5,480 mi~ 11h 08m
Auckland (New Zealand)8,842 km5,494 mi~ 11h 09m
London (United Kingdom)9,559 km5,939 mi~ 12h
Paris (France)9,712 km6,035 mi~ 12h 11m
Toronto (Canada)10,352 km6,432 mi~ 12h 56m
New York (United States)10,852 km6,743 mi~ 13h 31m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary. Distances use Tokyo's approximate geographic centre.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Tokyo, Japan is set to Japan Standard Time (JST) with a current offset of UTC +09:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Tokyo requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneJapan Standard Time (JST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +09:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time6:10 PM on Wednesday, August 12, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Tokyo to Major World Cities

It is currently 6:10 PM on Wednesday in Tokyo. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Tokyo right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Tokyo
New York (United States)Wed, 5:10 AM13h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Wed, 2:10 AM16h behind
Toronto (Canada)Wed, 5:10 AM13h behind
London (United Kingdom)Wed, 10:10 AM8h behind
Paris (France)Wed, 11:10 AM7h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Wed, 1:10 PM5h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 5:10 PM1h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 6:10 PMSame time
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 7:10 PM1h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 9:10 PM3h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Tokyo — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Tokyo is the Japanese yen (JPY), written as ¥. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
¥ 159.37
JPY
€ 1 Euro
¥ 183.87
JPY
£ 1 British Pound
¥ 215.28
JPY
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
¥ 112.48
JPY
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
¥ 114.41
JPY

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 12, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Tokyo

Knowing which languages are used in Tokyo helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
None
National language(s):
Japanese

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Adjacent States Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for neighbor states and regions closest to Tokyo. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan interstate routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Neighbor RegionDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Saitama (Japan)13 mi21 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Kanagawa (Japan)24 mi39 kmWSW
⬆️
Chiba (Japan)26 mi42 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Tochigi (Japan)49 mi79 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Yamanashi (Japan)54 mi87 kmWest (W)
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Tokyo

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Tokyo is the Great Wall of China (China), about 2,128 km away. Straight-line distances from Tokyo to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China2,128 km1,322 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India5,828 km3,621 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,226 km5,733 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,854 km6,123 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico11,951 km7,426 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru15,938 km9,904 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil18,573 km11,541 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🏙️ Major Travel Hubs & Cities

The top 5 largest municipalities and urban transit hubs in Tokyo by population. Listed with precise coordinates and population parameters. Direct links point to city directories containing localized map, geographic coordinates and neighborhood reference datasets.

City / Transit HubTotal PopulationLatitudeLongitude
Tokyo9,733,27635.6895° N139.6917° E
Setagaya940,07135.6419° N139.6472° E
Ōta748,08135.5613° N139.7161° E
Edogawe697,93235.6923° N139.8731° E
Adachi695,04335.7632° N139.8076° E

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Tokyo, Japan runs at 100V / 50 Hz / 60Hz using Type A/B socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Tokyo and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Tokyo.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage100 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz / 60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
🏝 Tokyo State Symbols
Black-headed Gull
Bird
Black-headed Gull
Flower
Flower
Flower
Ginkgo biloba
Tree
Ginkgo biloba
States By Alphabets

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✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for Tokyo, Japan

⚡ Electrical Infrastructure Compatibility

Before plugging in personal devices or shipping electronics to Tokyo, confirm the local voltage and power plug standard on our Japan travel standards guide. Using the wrong voltage can instantly destroy your hardware, leading to costly and time-consuming replacements. Always carry a reliable multi-region adapter and a compatible voltage converter if your gear doesn't match local specs. Aligning your equipment with the power supply in Tokyo protects your assets from damage and keeps your projects moving.

🚨 Regional Emergency Contact Procedures

Keep the local police, ambulance and fire brigade contact numbers for Japan saved in your phone before your arrival in Tokyo from our Japan emergency directory. Emergency services need the correct local line to provide help without delay, as using the wrong number wastes precious time. Business travelers, expats and on-ground field staff should ensure their team has these vital emergency details accessible on the Tokyo profile overview to support safety protocols and incident management.

🚗 Road Safety, Driving Laws & Vehicle Protocols

Road traffic in Tokyo operates under Japan's national road rules, including designated driving sides, speed restrictions and local sign systems. Arriving from a region with opposite traffic patterns requires immediate adjustment. If you are hiring a vehicle, overseeing commercial fleets or coordinating last-mile logistics in Tokyo, you must review local driving laws to ensure your team remains compliant and safe, reducing accident risks by planning routing across neighboring regions of Tokyo.

✈️ Getting to and Around Tokyo

Reaching Tokyo and moving within it requires knowing the local transport links — road access, rail connections and nearby airports all affect arrival time, freight schedules and last-mile delivery windows. Explore the Tokyo interactive map for precise geographical boundaries and routing. Planning transit routes through Tokyo's major cities in advance helps avoid delays and keeps commercial shipments and personal travel on schedule.

📞 Staying Connected in Tokyo

Reliable communication in Tokyo starts with knowing the correct dialing format and checking local SIM card availability. The country calling code +81 is required for all inbound calls — read the Japan calling code guide. Data roaming rates vary by carrier — checking local telecom options on the main Japan directory before arrival ensures remote staff stay reachable for real-time coordination.

💼 Running Business Operations in Tokyo

Setting up operations in Tokyo means aligning your systems with the region's official time zone configurations, international dialing format and internet domain extensions like .Japan's official TLD. Supply chain platforms, dispatch tools, CRM software and communication systems all rely on correct regional settings. Configuring these before deploying teams or launching a regional hub in Tokyo prevents scheduling errors, routing failures and miscommunication.

📋 How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚡ Before You Travel:Find the plug type and voltage for Tokyo on our Japan travel standards directory — order the right adapter before you leave. Store emergency numbers on your phone now. If you plan to drive, hire a car or run a vehicle fleet in Tokyo, check road traffic direction in advance.
📊 Market Research Use:Use Tokyo's time zone, calling code and currency and exchange rates page to assess regional market fit, support location intelligence and back strategic decisions on commerce and regional expansion on the state profile overview.
🌍 Operational Planning:Operations teams use the country calling code, time zone and internet domain details from this page to configure VoIP systems, scheduling tools and delivery platforms for reliable cross-border performance in Tokyo.

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🗺 Tokyo MapView the Tokyo satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
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💰 Currency of TokyoCheck the official currency and exchange rates in Tokyo for business planning.