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JST to PKT Converter

PKT is 4 hours behind JST

Current JST Time
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Asia/Tokyo
Current PKT Time
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Asia/Karachi
Time Diff
4h behind
JST
UTC+9
PKT
UTC+5
Overlapping hours: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM JST (4h)

JST to PKT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Japan Standard Time to Pakistan Standard Time

Japan Standard Time (JST) and Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) are separated by a 4 hours time difference. PKT is 4 hours behind JST. JST is UTC+9, used in Japan, while PKT is UTC+5, used in Pakistan.

When converting from JST to PKT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM JST equals 5:00 AM PKT, 12:00 PM noon JST equals 8:00 AM PKT, and 5:00 PM JST equals 1:00 PM PKT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across JST and PKT

For professionals scheduling meetings between JST and PKT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 4 hours 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

JST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+9 year-round. PKT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+5 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between JST and PKT?
Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is 4 hours behind Japan Standard Time (JST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in JST, it is 8:00 AM in PKT.
How do I convert JST to PKT?
To convert JST to PKT, subtract 4 hours from the JST time. For example, 9:00 AM JST is 5:00 AM PKT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does JST or PKT observe Daylight Saving Time?
JST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. PKT 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 JST and PKT?
The best time to schedule a call between JST and PKT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in JST, 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 PKT.
Is JST ahead or behind PKT?
JST (UTC+9) is 4 hours ahead of PKT (UTC+5). JST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Tokyo, while PKT corresponds to Asia/Karachi.

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