JST to Paris Time Converter
CET is 8 hours behind JST. 9:00 AM JST = 1:00 AM CET.
CET is 8 hours behind JST at the moment. To convert JST to Paris Time, subtract 8 hours from the JST time: 9:00 AM JST = 1:00 AM CET.
JST (Japan Time) is used in Japan. Paris Time (Paris time) is used in Paris, France.
JST to Paris Time time conversion table
JST to Paris Time on 7 Nov 2026. Today's date. Highlighted rows are 9 AM–5 PM in both places.
| JST | Paris Time | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM JST | 4:00 PM CET | previous day |
| 1:00 AM JST | 5:00 PM CET | previous day |
| 2:00 AM JST | 6:00 PM CET | previous day |
| 3:00 AM JST | 7:00 PM CET | previous day |
| 4:00 AM JST | 8:00 PM CET | previous day |
| 5:00 AM JST | 9:00 PM CET | previous day |
| 6:00 AM JST | 10:00 PM CET | previous day |
| 7:00 AM JST | 11:00 PM CET | previous day |
| 8:00 AM JST | 12:00 AM CET | night |
| 9:00 AM JST | 1:00 AM CET | night |
| 10:00 AM JST | 2:00 AM CET | night |
| 11:00 AM JST | 3:00 AM CET | night |
| 12:00 PM JST | 4:00 AM CET | night |
| 1:00 PM JST | 5:00 AM CET | night |
| 2:00 PM JST | 6:00 AM CET | — |
| 3:00 PM JST | 7:00 AM CET | — |
| 4:00 PM JST | 8:00 AM CET | — |
| 5:00 PM JST | 9:00 AM CET | — |
| 6:00 PM JST | 10:00 AM CET | — |
| 7:00 PM JST | 11:00 AM CET | — |
| 8:00 PM JST | 12:00 PM CET | — |
| 9:00 PM JST | 1:00 PM CET | — |
| 10:00 PM JST | 2:00 PM CET | — |
| 11:00 PM JST | 3:00 PM CET | — |
- Work rows — 9 AM–5 PM in both places
- Night in the destination (10 PM–6 AM)
How to convert JST to Paris Time
Subtract 8 hours from the JST time to get Paris Time.
Example: 9:00 AM JST = 1:00 AM CET.
Across midnight: 1:00 AM JST = 5:00 PM CET (previous day). The date changes, so always check the day as well as the hour.
Time difference between JST and Paris Time
The time difference between JST and Paris Time is not the same all year, because the two sides change for daylight saving time on different dates. In 2026 it works out like this:
- 1 Jan 2026 – 28 Mar 2026: Paris Time is 8 hours behind of JST.
- 29 Mar 2026 – 24 Oct 2026: Paris Time is 7 hours behind of JST.
- 25 Oct 2026 – 31 Dec 2026: Paris Time is 8 hours behind of JST.
JST and Paris Time during daylight saving time
- JST does not observe daylight saving time; it stays on UTC+9 all year.
- Paris Time next changes on 28 Mar 2027: clocks go forward one hour at 01:59 local time, from CET (UTC+1) to CEST (UTC+2).
Best time for a meeting between JST and Paris Time
JST and Paris Time have no shared 9 AM–5 PM window. The earliest slot that is reasonable on both sides is 3:00 PM JST, which is 7:00 AM CET.
JST to Paris Time FAQ
What is the time difference between JST and Paris Time?
Right now CET is 8 hours behind JST. The gap changes 3 times in 2026 because the two sides switch to daylight saving time on different dates.
What is 9 AM JST in Paris Time?
9:00 AM JST is 1:00 AM CET.
What is 12 PM (noon) JST in Paris Time?
12:00 PM JST is 4:00 AM CET.
Is Paris Time ahead of or behind JST?
CET is 8 hours behind JST, so it is earlier in Paris Time than in JST.
Does JST change for daylight saving time?
No. JST stays on the same offset all year, so conversions never shift for daylight saving time.
Does Paris Time change for daylight saving time?
Yes. Paris Time next changes on 28 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from CET to CEST.
What is the best time for a meeting between JST and Paris Time?
JST and Paris Time have no shared 9 AM–5 PM window. The earliest slot that is reasonable on both sides is 3:00 PM JST, which is 7:00 AM CET.
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Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.