Time Difference: Tokyo vs Wellington

Tokyo

10:30:44 AM JST

Thursday, May 14, 2026

3h

Wellington

1:30:44 PM NZST

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Wellington is 3 hours ahead of Tokyo.

Quick Reference

Tokyo
JST (GMT+9)

No Daylight Saving Time

Wellington
NZST (GMT+12)

NZDT starts on Sep 26, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Wellington?
Wellington is 3 hours ahead of Tokyo.
When is the best time to call from Tokyo to Wellington?
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. Tokyo uses JST and Wellington uses NZST.