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Current Time in Kitakyushu, Japan

Check the current local time in Kitakyushu, Japan. Kitakyushu uses the Asia/Tokyo time zone, with JST (UTC +9:00) during standard time.

Kitakyushu, Japan — Live Clock
6:38:20 AM
JST Live timezone
Thursday, June 4, 2026

Kitakyushu Time Zone

Time Zone

Asia/Tokyo

Kitakyushu, Japan

Current zone: JST

Source: IANA Time Zone Database

Standard Time

JST

UTC +9:00

Used outside daylight saving time

Daylight Time

Not Observed

Year-round standard time

Next DST Change

No DST change

Standard time year-round

No seasonal offset changes

About Kitakyushu Time (JST)

Kitakyushu is located in Japan and uses the Asia/Tokyo time zone. For anyone coordinating calls or meetings internationally, the key question is rarely "what time is it" — it's which hours in Kitakyushu overlap with your own working day. Use the world clock comparison further down the page to see at a glance how Kitakyushu aligns with other major cities.

Scheduling tip: Always reference a city name in calendar invites rather than a fixed UTC offset. Calendar apps like Google Calendar and Outlook will automatically adjust for any clock changes on both ends, so your meeting stays at the intended local time for everyone involved.

Kitakyushu vs Major Cities

UTC UTC +9:00
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London UTC +1:00
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New York UTC -4:00
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Singapore UTC +8:00
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Dubai UTC +4:00
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Tokyo UTC +9:00
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Mumbai UTC +5:30
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Other Cities in Asia/Tokyo

These cities share the same time zone as Kitakyushu — when it's 6:38:20 AM here, it's the same local time there.

Other Cities in Japan

Major cities in Japan — some may be in a different time zone than Kitakyushu if the country spans multiple zones.

Need to Schedule a Call to Kitakyushu?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Kitakyushu time

What time is it in Kitakyushu right now?

The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Kitakyushu, Japan, updated every second. Right now, Kitakyushu is on JST with a UTC offset of UTC +9:00. The time updates automatically — no need to refresh the page.

What timezone is Kitakyushu in?

Kitakyushu uses the Asia/Tokyo timezone, fixed at JST (UTC +9:00) year-round with no daylight saving time. The offset never changes, making Kitakyushu a predictable anchor for international scheduling.

How many hours ahead or behind is Kitakyushu?

Kitakyushu is currently UTC +9:00 from UTC. The offset is fixed year-round — always check the live clock above for the current difference.

Does Kitakyushu observe daylight saving time?

No. Kitakyushu stays on JST (UTC +9:00) year-round — no seasonal clock changes. This means the time difference between Kitakyushu and cities that do observe DST will shift by one hour each spring and autumn when those cities change their clocks.

Is Kitakyushu on JST right now?

Kitakyushu is always on JST (UTC +9:00) — no daylight saving time. The offset is stable year-round, so Kitakyushu is easy to schedule with. However, if you are calling from a city that observes DST, your local offset to Kitakyushu will shift by one hour twice a year.

What is the best time to call Kitakyushu from New York?

The best call window from New York to Kitakyushu depends on the current offset. Kitakyushu is currently UTC +9:00 from UTC. Aim for a time when both cities are comfortably within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM — use the time difference table on this page to find the current gap.