Time Difference: Houston vs Tokyo
Houston
9:29:28 AM CST
Friday, November 13, 2026
15h
15h
Tokyo
12:29:28 AM JST
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Tokyo is 15 hours ahead of Houston.
Quick Reference
- Houston
- CST (GMT-6)
CDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
- Tokyo
- JST (GMT+9)
No Daylight Saving Time
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Houston and Tokyo?
- Tokyo is 15 hours ahead of Houston.
- When is the best time to call from Houston to Tokyo?
- 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. Houston uses CST and Tokyo uses JST.