Time Difference: Hong Kong vs Kyoto

Hong Kong

3:35:40 PM HKT

Thursday, May 14, 2026

1h

Kyoto

4:35:40 PM JST

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Kyoto is 1 hour ahead of Hong Kong.

Quick Reference

Hong Kong
HKT (GMT+8)

No Daylight Saving Time

Kyoto
JST (GMT+9)

No Daylight Saving Time

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Hong Kong and Kyoto?
Kyoto is 1 hour ahead of Hong Kong.
When is the best time to call from Hong Kong to Kyoto?
The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Hong Kong uses HKT and Kyoto uses JST.