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JST to BRT Converter

BRT is 12 hours behind JST

Current JST Time
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Asia/Tokyo
Current BRT Time
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America/Sao_Paulo
Time Diff
12h behind
JST
UTC+9
BRT
UTC-3

JST to BRT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Japan Standard Time to Brasilia Time

Japan Standard Time (JST) and Brasilia Time (BRT) are separated by a 12 hours time difference. BRT is 12 hours behind JST. JST is UTC+9, used in Japan, while BRT is UTC-3, used in Brazil.

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

Scheduling Across JST and BRT

For professionals scheduling meetings between JST and BRT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 12 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. 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. BRT does not observe DST, staying at UTC-3 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between JST and BRT?
Brasilia Time (BRT) is 12 hours behind Japan Standard Time (JST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in JST, it is 12:00 AM in BRT.
How do I convert JST to BRT?
To convert JST to BRT, subtract 12 hours from the JST time. For example, 9:00 AM JST is 9:00 PM BRT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does JST or BRT observe Daylight Saving Time?
JST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. BRT 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 BRT?
The best time to schedule a call between JST and BRT 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 BRT.
Is JST ahead or behind BRT?
JST (UTC+9) is 12 hours ahead of BRT (UTC-3). JST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Tokyo, while BRT corresponds to America/Sao_Paulo.

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