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CST-CN to JST Converter

JST is 1 hour ahead of CST-CN

Current CST-CN Time
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Asia/Shanghai
Current JST Time
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Asia/Tokyo
Time Diff
1h ahead
CST-CN
UTC+8
JST
UTC+9
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM CST-CN (7h)

CST-CN to JST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in JST

CST-CN to JST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
CST-CN JST
12:00 AM 1:00 AM
1:00 AM 2:00 AM
2:00 AM 3:00 AM
3:00 AM 4:00 AM
4:00 AM 5:00 AM
5:00 AM 6:00 AM
6:00 AM 7:00 AM
7:00 AM 8:00 AM
8:00 AM 9:00 AM
9:00 AM 10:00 AM
10:00 AM 11:00 AM
11:00 AM 12:00 PM
12:00 PM 1:00 PM
1:00 PM 2:00 PM
2:00 PM 3:00 PM
3:00 PM 4:00 PM
4:00 PM 5:00 PM
5:00 PM 6:00 PM
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
7:00 PM 8:00 PM
8:00 PM 9:00 PM
9:00 PM 10:00 PM
10:00 PM 11:00 PM
11:00 PM 12:00 AM +1d

Converting China Standard Time to Japan Standard Time

China Standard Time (CST-CN) and Japan Standard Time (JST) are separated by a 1 hour time difference. JST is 1 hour ahead of CST-CN. CST-CN is UTC+8, used in China, while JST is UTC+9, used in Japan.

When converting from CST-CN to JST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CST-CN equals 10:00 AM JST, 12:00 PM noon CST-CN equals 1:00 PM JST, and 5:00 PM CST-CN equals 6:00 PM JST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CST-CN and JST

For professionals scheduling meetings between CST-CN and JST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 1 hour difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

CST-CN does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+8 year-round. JST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+9 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between CST-CN and JST?
Japan Standard Time (JST) is 1 hour ahead of China Standard Time (CST-CN). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CST-CN, it is 1:00 PM in JST.
How do I convert CST-CN to JST?
To convert CST-CN to JST, add 1 hour to the CST-CN time. For example, 9:00 AM CST-CN is 10:00 AM JST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CST-CN or JST observe Daylight Saving Time?
CST-CN does not observe Daylight Saving Time. JST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CST-CN and JST?
The best time to schedule a call between CST-CN and JST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CST-CN, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in JST.
Is CST-CN ahead or behind JST?
CST-CN (UTC+8) is 1 hour behind JST (UTC+9). CST-CN corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Shanghai, while JST corresponds to Asia/Tokyo.

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