Tokyo → Washington, D.C.: Time Difference
Washington, D.C. is 13 hours behind Tokyo.
How the difference works
Tokyo uses Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9 standard time) and Washington, D.C. uses America/New_York (UTC-5 standard time) — a standard-time gap of 14 hours behind Tokyo. Washington, D.C. observes daylight saving time while Tokyo does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
Distance: about 10,906 km (6,777 mi) great-circle distance.
Tokyo → Washington, D.C., hour by hour
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Tokyo and Washington, D.C.?
In standard time, Washington, D.C. is 14 hours behind Tokyo. Washington, D.C. observes daylight saving time while Tokyo does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
When it is 9:00 in Tokyo, what time is it in Washington, D.C.?
In standard time it is 19:00 the previous day in Washington, D.C.. During daylight saving periods the answer can move by an hour — the live table on this page always reflects today's rules.
How far is Washington, D.C. from Tokyo?
About 10,906 km (6,777 miles) as the crow flies, computed from city-center coordinates.