Tokyo to Shanghai Time Converter
Shanghai, China is currently 1 hour behind Tokyo, Japan. Tokyo is on JST (UTC+9) and Shanghai is on CST (UTC+8). The table below converts every hour of the day between the two, and the call planner shows where working hours line up.
Best Time for a Call
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM in Tokyo, which is 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Shanghai.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: Tokyo to Shanghai
Rows marked office hours fall between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM in both places. For a specific date, use the interactive converter.
Does the Difference Change During the Year?
Neither place observes daylight saving, so the difference between Tokyo and Shanghai stays at 1 hour all year.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours behind is Shanghai compared to Tokyo?
Shanghai is currently 1 hour behind Tokyo. Neither place observes daylight saving, so the difference between Tokyo and Shanghai stays at 1 hour all year.
What time is 9:00 AM in Tokyo in Shanghai?
9:00 AM in Tokyo is 8:00 AM in Shanghai.
What is the best time for a call between Tokyo and Shanghai?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM in Tokyo, which is 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Shanghai.