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Dubai to Tokyo Time Difference

Tokyo is 5 hours ahead of Dubai.

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

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Asia/Dubai

Japan

Tokyo

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Asia/Tokyo

Best Meeting Times

Option 1

Dubai

Tokyo

Option 2

Dubai

Tokyo

Option 3

Dubai

Tokyo

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Time zones for Dubai and Tokyo

Dubai

Asia/Dubai

  • Standard: +04 (UTC+4)
  • Daylight: Not observed

Tokyo

Asia/Tokyo

  • Standard: JST (UTC+9)
  • Daylight: Not observed

The live tables below automatically reflect the current offset and any daylight‑saving changes.

Weekly Meeting Planner

Based on standard business hours
Day Dubai Tokyo Overlap Status
Monday 09:00-13:00 14:00-18:00 4h Excellent
Tuesday 09:00-13:00 14:00-18:00 4h Excellent
Wednesday 09:00-13:00 14:00-18:00 4h Excellent
Thursday 09:00-13:00 14:00-18:00 4h Excellent
Friday Weekend 09:00-18:00 No overlap Limited
Saturday Weekend Weekend No overlap Unavailable
Sunday 09:00-18:00 Weekend No overlap Limited
Excellent (4+ hours overlap)
Good (2-4 hours overlap)
Limited overlap
Weekend/Unavailable

Weekend Note

Dubai: Friday, Saturday • Tokyo: Saturday, Sunday

Movable public holidays and seasonal observances (e.g., Ramadan/Eid, Lunar New Year) vary by country and may affect working hours. Holiday overlays aren’t enabled here yet—please confirm with local calendars.

24-Hour Time Comparison

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DubaiTokyoDubai StatusTokyo StatusMeeting Quality
00:0005:00NightNight
01:0006:00NightMorning
02:0007:00NightMorning
03:0008:00NightMorning
04:0009:00NightBusiness
05:0010:00NightBusiness
06:0011:00MorningBusiness
07:0012:00MorningBusiness
08:0013:00MorningBusiness
09:0014:00BusinessBusiness
10:0015:00BusinessBusiness
11:0016:00BusinessBusiness
12:0017:00BusinessBusiness
13:0018:00BusinessEvening
14:0019:00BusinessEvening
15:0020:00BusinessEvening
16:0021:00BusinessEvening
17:0022:00BusinessNight
18:0023:00EveningNight
19:0000:00EveningNight
20:0001:00EveningNight
21:0002:00EveningNight
22:0003:00NightNight
23:0004:00NightNight
Excellent for meetings
Acceptable
Not recommended

Understanding the Time Difference Between Dubai and Tokyo

Tokyo operates on the Asia/Tokyo timezone, which is 5 hours ahead of Dubai's Asia/Dubai timezone. This means when it's noon in Dubai, it's 17:00 in Tokyo.

Best Hours for Business Communication

The optimal window for scheduling calls or meetings between Dubai and Tokyo is when both cities are within their standard business hours (9:00-18:00 in Dubai 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 Dubai 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 Dubai and Tokyo, the morning hours in Dubai typically offer the best overlap with afternoon hours in Tokyo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Dubai and Tokyo?

Tokyo is 5 hours ahead of Dubai. When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Dubai, it's 17:00 in Tokyo.

What are the best times to schedule a meeting between Dubai and Tokyo?

The best meeting times are during overlapping business hours in both cities, usually when morning in one overlaps with late afternoon in the other. We recommend scheduling during overlapping business hours in both cities.

Does Dubai or Tokyo observe Daylight Saving Time?

Dubai does not observe Daylight Saving Time. Tokyo does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

How do I convert time from Dubai to Tokyo?

To convert time from Dubai to Tokyo, add 5 hours to Dubai time. For example, 9:00 AM in Dubai is 14:00 in Tokyo.

What are the business hours in Dubai and Tokyo?

Standard business hours in Dubai are 9:00 AM to 18:00. In Tokyo, business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 18:00.