Japan Standard Time to Korea Standard Time
Convert times between Japan Standard Time (JST, UTC+9:00) and Korea Standard Time (KST, UTC+9:00). Both timezones share the same UTC offset during standard time.
UTC+9:00→UTC+9:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan Standard Time | JST | UTC+9:00 | — | Japan |
| Korea Standard Time | KST | UTC+9:00 | — | South Korea |
Standard Time Conversion (JST → KST)
| Japan Standard Time | Korea Standard Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM JST | 12:00 AM KST |
| 6:00 AM JST | 6:00 AM KST |
| 9:00 AM JST | 9:00 AM KST |
| 12:00 PM JST | 12:00 PM KST |
| 3:00 PM JST | 3:00 PM KST |
| 6:00 PM JST | 6:00 PM KST |
| 9:00 PM JST | 9:00 PM KST |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert JST to KST?
JST and KST are at the same UTC offset during standard time, so no adjustment is needed.
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 Korea Standard Time ahead or behind Japan Standard Time?
Korea Standard Time and Japan Standard Time are at the same UTC offset in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between JST and KST?
A good overlap window is around 9:00 AM JST / 9:00 AM KST, which falls within business hours for both timezones.
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