Houston to Tokyo — Time Difference
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Time Difference: Houston vs Tokyo
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Houston. Houston is in Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5) and Tokyo is in Japan Standard Time (GMT+9, UTC+9).
Use the table below to find the equivalent Tokyo time for any hour in Houston. Click any row to see the full conversion page for that hour.
Business Hours — Houston to Tokyo
"Good" = both cities within business hours (9 AM–5 PM)
Full 24-Hour Table — Houston to Tokyo
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Houston and Tokyo?
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Houston. Houston uses Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5) and Tokyo uses Japan Standard Time (GMT+9, UTC+9).
What time is it in Tokyo when it is 9 AM in Houston?
9 AM in Houston (CDT) equals 11 PM in Tokyo (GMT+9).
Is Houston ahead or behind Tokyo?
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Houston.
What is the best time to call from Houston to Tokyo?
There is no standard business-hours overlap between Houston and Tokyo. Consider scheduling early morning or late evening.
Time Zones
Houston
Central Daylight Time
CDT · UTC-5
Tokyo
Japan Standard Time
GMT+9 · UTC+9
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