Japan Standard Time to Gulf Standard Time
Convert times between Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9:00) and Gulf Standard Time (GST, UTC+4:00). Gulf Standard Time is 5 hours behind Japan Standard Time in standard time.
UTC+9:00→UTC+4:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan Standard Time | JST | UTC+9:00 | — | Japan |
| Gulf Standard Time | GST | UTC+4:00 | — | UAE / Oman |
Standard Time Conversion (JST → GST)
| Japan Standard Time | Gulf Standard Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM JST | 7:00 PM (prev day) GST |
| 6:00 AM JST | 1:00 AM GST |
| 9:00 AM JST | 4:00 AM GST |
| 12:00 PM JST | 7:00 AM GST |
| 3:00 PM JST | 10:00 AM GST |
| 6:00 PM JST | 1:00 PM GST |
| 9:00 PM JST | 4:00 PM GST |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert JST to GST?
Add (-5) hours to the JST time to get GST. For example, 9:00 AM JST = 4:00 AM GST.
What is the current UTC offset for Japan Standard Time?
Japan Standard Time is always UTC+9:00 (JST) — it does not observe DST.
Is Gulf Standard Time ahead or behind Japan Standard Time?
Gulf Standard Time is 5 hours behind Japan Standard Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between JST and GST?
A good overlap window is around 3:00 PM JST / 10:00 AM GST, which falls within business hours for both timezones.
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