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KST to JST Converter

KST and JST are the same time. This converter turns any Korea Standard Time (KST) time into Japan Standard Time (JST) — just click the time or date to change it.

KST and JST are the same time
From
KST

Now in Seoul: 2:54:04 AM KST

To
JST

Now in Tokyo: 2:54:04 AM JST

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KST to JST conversion chart

For example, a 9:00 AM KST meeting takes place at 9:00 AM JST. Concretely, when Seoul (KST) and Tokyo (JST) set up a call, kST and JST are the same time.

Korea Standard Time to Japan Standard Time conversion chart
KST timeJST time
12:00 AM12:00 AM
1:00 AM1:00 AM
2:00 AM2:00 AM
3:00 AM3:00 AM
4:00 AM4:00 AM
5:00 AM5:00 AM
6:00 AM6:00 AM
7:00 AM7:00 AM
8:00 AM8:00 AM
9:00 AM9:00 AM
10:00 AM10:00 AM
11:00 AM11:00 AM
12:00 PM12:00 PM
1:00 PM1:00 PM
2:00 PM2:00 PM
3:00 PM3:00 PM
4:00 PM4:00 PM
5:00 PM5:00 PM
6:00 PM6:00 PM
7:00 PM7:00 PM
8:00 PM8:00 PM
9:00 PM9:00 PM
10:00 PM10:00 PM
11:00 PM11:00 PM

This chart uses the fixed KST and JST offsets; the live converter above follows current daylight saving.

Convert KST to JST Time Zone

A quick guide to KST → JST: the time gap, the live clocks, scheduling tips, and how we keep it accurate.

Converting KST to JST, step by step

It takes three quick steps:

  1. Click the KST field on the left and pick the time you want to convert.
  2. The matching JST time updates on the right automatically — there’s no button to press.
  3. Need a different day? Click the date field and the result follows, rolling over if it crosses midnight.

KST vs JST: what's the time gap?

There is no time difference. KST and JST share the same UTC offset (UTC+9), so the two clocks always read exactly the same.

What time is it in JST right now?

Right now the time in Japan Standard Time (JST) is Tuesday, June 30, 2026 · 2:54:04 AM. It ticks every second, so you’re always looking at the live JST clock.

What time is it in KST right now?

And in Korea Standard Time (KST), it’s currently Tuesday, June 30, 2026 · 2:54:04 AM. Compare the two and the match is easy to see.

When is a good time to schedule a KST to JST meeting?

For example, a 9:00 AM KST meeting takes place at 9:00 AM JST. The trick is to aim for a slot that lands inside normal working hours on both sides. Once you’ve found a time, hit Share on the converter to copy a link with the time built in — easy to send to a colleague. Juggling three or more zones? The meeting planner highlights the hours that overlap for everyone.

How does daylight saving affect KST to JST?

The labels KST and JST are fixed offsets, so the result on this page is always exact. Neither side changes its clocks for daylight saving, so the difference you see here is the same in summer and winter.

Why can you trust this KST to JST converter?

Every conversion here is calculated from the IANA time zone database — the same source your phone, computer, and browser rely on. Plenty of tools hard-code a single offset, which quietly goes wrong whenever a region changes its rules or flips for daylight saving. We follow the real rules instead, so KST to JST stays accurate for today and for any past or future date you type in.

Convert KST to other time zones

Convert to JST from other time zones

Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between KST and JST?

There is no time difference — KST and JST share the same UTC offset (UTC+9), so the times are identical.

What time is it in JST when it's 12:00 PM KST?

When it's 12:00 PM (noon) KST, it's 12:00 PM JST.

Do KST or JST use daylight saving time?

Korea Standard Time (KST) is a fixed offset with no daylight saving; Japan Standard Time (JST) is a fixed offset with no daylight saving.