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Chicago · Houston · Dallas
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Difference
JST vs CST
UTC → UTC
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Tokyo · Osaka · Yokohama
CST to JST converter
CST to JST Converter
Convert CST (Chicago) to JST (Tokyo) now. Live clocks, the current time difference, and a simple meeting window — free.
America/Chicago
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CST → JST
To · Japan Standard Time
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Asia/Tokyo
Interactive diagram
Watch CST convert into JST
Drag the Central hour. Watch the Japan clock change.
Central
9:00 AM CST
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JST ← CST
Japan
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Full-day chart
CST to JST hourly conversion chart
Full-day table. Tap a row to copy. Labels follow daylight saving.
| Central | Japan | UTC offsets |
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Meeting times
Best CST to JST meeting window
Find hours that work on both sides. Then save the slot to your calendar.
Follow along
Step-by-step CST to JST conversion
Four short steps to convert any CST time to JST.
Choose CST time
Select any hour in Central Standard Time. Smart mode uses America/Chicago.
CST to JST conversion guide
CST to JST conversion guide
This CST to JST converter shows Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) for any Central Standard Time (UTC−6) time. Use it to schedule between Chicago and Tokyo. Choose Smart DST for live city clocks. Choose Fixed mode when you only want the CST and JST labels.
Central
CST
UTC−6
Chicago · Houston · Dallas
CST vs JST—
Japan
JST
UTC+9
Tokyo · Osaka · Yokohama
What is CST to JST conversion?
CST to JST conversion turns a CST clock into the matching JST time. Use it for calls, travel, and teams in Chicago and Tokyo.
CST to JST time difference
JST is 15 hours ahead of CST. Add 15 hours to the CST time to get JST. The live clocks at the top show the current CST to JST gap.
CST vs JST
CST is UTC−6. JST is UTC+9. They are different names. If a region uses daylight saving, check the live labels.
CST to JST now / current time
Need cst to jst right now? Read the live clocks, or tap Use current time for an instant CST → JST result.
CST to JST time difference
Season / context — tap to explore
See how daylight saving can change this pair.
Central—
—CST → JST
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Quick answers
Central
Central Standard Time (CST)
UTC−6
Central Standard Time (CST) is UTC−6. Smart DST uses the city clock America/Chicago so daylight saving stays correct for Chicago · Houston · Dallas.
- Cities: Chicago · Houston · Dallas
- City clock: America/Chicago
- Fixed CST: UTC−6
- On this page it pairs with JST (UTC+9)
Japan
Japan Standard Time (JST)
UTC+9
Japan Standard Time (JST) is UTC+9. Smart DST uses Asia/Tokyo for cities such as Tokyo · Osaka · Yokohama.
- Cities: Tokyo · Osaka · Yokohama
- City clock: Asia/Tokyo
- Fixed JST: UTC+9
- From CST: JST is 15 hours ahead of CST
CST to JST FAQ
Common CST to JST questions
What is the CST to JST time difference?
JST is 15 hours ahead of CST. Fixed labels: CST = UTC−6, JST = UTC+9. Add 15 hours to the CST time to get JST.
How do I convert CST to JST quickly?
Add 15 hours to the CST time to get JST. Example: 3:00 AM CST → 6:00 PM JST. Or use the live CST to JST converter above.
Is JST the same as CST?
No. CST is UTC−6 (Chicago · Houston · Dallas). JST is UTC+9 (Tokyo · Osaka · Yokohama).
What is a good CST to JST meeting time?
JST is ahead. Try 7:00–11:00 AM CST. That is about 10:00 PM–2:00 AM JST. Use the meeting planner on this page to export an ICS or Google Calendar invite.
What cities use CST and JST?
CST is common in Chicago · Houston · Dallas. JST is common in Tokyo · Osaka · Yokohama. Smart DST uses America/Chicago and Asia/Tokyo.