Does Japan change clocks every year?
Not always. Clock-change policy can be updated, so this page is refreshed daily and links to year-specific DST details.
Japan Time Change
Direct answer
Japan has no upcoming DST clock change in the current 3-year schedule window.
Key facts
- Country: Japan
- Current year observes DST: No
- Representative mapped zones: 1
Japan has no upcoming DST clock change in the next 3-year schedule window.
Why and when clocks change
Time-change policy is set by governments and can vary by region. This evergreen page focuses on the next clock move, while yearly pages capture detailed rules and updates.
Upcoming DST schedule
No DST schedule found for the next 3 years.
Year-specific DST pages
Representative IANA zones
Related links
Frequently asked questions
How can I avoid DST mistakes for Japan?
Use exact IANA zones and the intended date in the Time Zone Converter instead of assuming a fixed UTC offset.
Where can I check detailed yearly DST rules?
Use the linked year pages to review country-level DST schedules and transition summaries.