AKST to JST Converter
Alaska Time
11:58:51 PM AKDT
Saturday, June 27, 2026
17h
17h
Japan Time
4:58:51 PM JST
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Japan Time (JST) is 17 hours ahead of Alaska Time (AKST / AKDT).
Quick Reference
- Alaska Time
- AKDT (GMT-8)
AKST starts on Nov 1, 2026
- Japan Time
- JST (GMT+9)
No Daylight Saving Time
Cities in AKST
Cities in JST
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between AKST and JST?
- JST is 17 hours ahead of AKST.
- How do I convert AKST to JST?
- To convert from AKST to JST, add 17 hours. Use the interactive converter on this page to convert specific times.
- What cities are in AKST and JST?
- Cities in AKST include Anchorage, Fairbanks. Cities in JST include Tokyo, Osaka, Yokohama, Kyoto, Nagoya.