CST to JST Converter
Central Time
2:25:01 AM CDT
Thursday, May 14, 2026
14h
14h
Japan Time
4:25:01 PM JST
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Japan Time (JST) is 14 hours ahead of Central Time (CST / CDT).
Quick Reference
- Central Time
- CDT (GMT-5)
CST starts on Nov 1, 2026
- Japan Time
- JST (GMT+9)
No Daylight Saving Time
Cities in CST
Cities in JST
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between CST and JST?
- JST is 14 hours ahead of CST.
- How do I convert CST to JST?
- To convert from CST to JST, add 14 hours. Use the interactive converter on this page to convert specific times.
- What cities are in CST and JST?
- Cities in CST include Chicago, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Nashville. Cities in JST include Tokyo, Osaka, Yokohama, Kyoto, Nagoya.