Understanding the Time Difference Between Bangkok and Tokyo
Tokyo operates on the Asia/Tokyo timezone, which is 2 hours ahead of Bangkok's Asia/Bangkok timezone. This means when it's noon in Bangkok, it's 14:00 in Tokyo.
Best Hours for Business Communication
The optimal window for scheduling calls or meetings between Bangkok and Tokyo is when both cities are within their standard business hours (9:00-18:00 in Bangkok and 9:00-18:00 in Tokyo).
Based on this overlap, we recommend scheduling meetings during the shared business hours window where both cities are within their typical 9:00–17:00 workday.
Practical Examples
For Remote Teams
If you manage a team spread across Bangkok and Tokyo, consider scheduling daily standups during overlapping business hours. This ensures both teams are alert and productive during the meeting.
For International Business
When conducting business calls between Bangkok and Tokyo, the morning hours in Bangkok typically offer the best overlap with afternoon hours in Tokyo.