Time Difference Between Chicago and Tokyo

Chicago is 14h 0m behind Tokyo. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
11:09:57PM

Monday, June 22, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Tokyo, Japan
1:09:57PM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC+9

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Standard working hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) in Chicago fall between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM (next day) in Tokyo.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Tokyo ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 14h 0m behind Tokyo. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Tokyo observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Tokyo does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 15h 0m for part of the year and 14h 0m for the rest.