Matsudo runs on UTC+9 (JST) every day of the year, with no daylight saving time.
Matsudo and your time
Matsudo at a glance
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Region | Chiba |
| Time zone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Abbreviation now | JST |
| UTC offset now | UTC+9 |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
| Coordinates | 35.78° N, 139.90° E |
Matsudo time zone and clock changes
Local time in Matsudo is UTC+9 year round, under the Asia/Tokyo rules. Clocks have not changed for the seasons here since at least 1970.
Matsudo is on the same time as the rest of Japan, including the capital, Tokyo.
Clock changes in Matsudo, 2026 and 2027
No clock changes are scheduled in Matsudo for 2026 or 2027.
Time difference between Matsudo and other cities
When it is 9:00 AM in Matsudo, it is 7:00 PM (previous day) in New York, 11:00 AM in Sydney and 4:00 PM (previous day) in Los Angeles.
| City | Time now | Difference now | In January | In July | Shared office hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (United States) | --:-- | 14 h behind | 14 h behind | 13 h behind | None |
| Los Angeles (United States) | --:-- | 17 h behind | 17 h behind | 16 h behind | None |
| London (United Kingdom) | --:-- | 9 h behind | 9 h behind | 8 h behind | None |
| Paris (France) | --:-- | 8 h behind | 8 h behind | 7 h behind | None |
| Dubai (United Arab Emirates) | --:-- | 5 h behind | 5 h behind | 5 h behind | 3 h |
| Mumbai (India) | --:-- | 3 h 30 min behind | 3 h 30 min behind | 3 h 30 min behind | 4 h 30 min |
| Singapore | --:-- | 1 h behind | 1 h behind | 1 h behind | 7 h |
| Sydney (Australia) | --:-- | 2 h ahead | 2 h ahead | 1 h ahead | 6 h |
| UTC | --:-- | 9 h behind | 9 h behind | 9 h behind | None |
Because Matsudo keeps one offset all year, any change in the gap comes from the other city’s daylight saving time. Compare the January and July columns.
Shared office hours is the part of a 9 AM to 5 PM local working day that both cities have in common. Weekends are not taken into account.
Sunrise and sunset in Matsudo
Today
| Sunrise | --:-- |
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| Sunset | --:-- |
| Day length | -- |
| Solar noon | --:-- |
Day length in Matsudo runs from 9 hours 44 minutes at the December solstice to 14 hours 35 minutes at the June solstice. The latest sunset, at 7:01 PM, comes on June 29.
Daylight through the year in Matsudo
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | March 20 | 5:45 AM | 5:52 PM | 12 h 7 min |
| June solstice | June 21 | 4:25 AM | 7:00 PM | 14 h 35 min |
| September equinox | September 23 | 5:29 AM | 5:37 PM | 12 h 8 min |
| December solstice | December 22 | 6:47 AM | 4:31 PM | 9 h 44 min |
When the sun is highest in Matsudo
Clock time and sun time line up fairly well in Matsudo: solar noon falls at about 11:40 AM on standard time.
Places close to Matsudo
Every city below shares Matsudo’s clock.
| City | Distance | Time now | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kashiwa | 11 km (7 mi) | --:-- | Same time |
| Yachiyo | 21 km (13 mi) | --:-- | Same time |
| Tokyo | 21 km (13 mi) | --:-- | Same time |
| Inzai | 24 km (15 mi) | --:-- | Same time |
| Saitama | 26 km (16 mi) | --:-- | Same time |
| Chiba | 28 km (17 mi) | --:-- | Same time |
| Sakura | 31 km (19 mi) | --:-- | Same time |
| Kawasaki | 33 km (21 mi) | --:-- | Same time |
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Matsudo in?
Matsudo uses the Asia/Tokyo time zone, which is UTC+9 (JST) all year.
Does Matsudo use daylight saving time?
No. Matsudo stays on UTC+9 all year, so the time difference to places without daylight saving time never changes.
What is the time difference between Matsudo and New York?
Matsudo is 14 hours ahead of New York in January and 13 hours ahead of New York in July, because New York moves its clocks for daylight saving time and Matsudo does not.
Is Matsudo on the same time as Tokyo?
Yes. Matsudo and Tokyo both use UTC+9 right now.
How long is the longest day in Matsudo?
About 14 hours 35 minutes, around the June solstice. The shortest day, around the December solstice, has about 9 hours 44 minutes of daylight.
Time zone rules: IANA tz database, version 2026e. Place names and coordinates: GeoNames. Sunrise and sunset are calculated from the coordinates and can differ by a minute or two from local almanacs.