Japan and Bern, Switzerland time difference
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Light blue shows business hours (09:00–18:00). Darker blue shows overlapping business hours in Japan and the destination.
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About Bern
Current local time in Bern, Switzerland, and its difference from Japan.
Bern is Switzerland’s capital and the seat of the federal government. Its medieval old town is a World Heritage site.
Standard time is 8 hours behind Japan; daylight saving time is 7 hours behind Japan.
Bern, Switzerland, uses daylight saving time. In 2026, it starts on 2026-03-29 (local date) and ends on 2026-10-25 (local date). The difference from Japan changes around these transitions.
Time zone: Europe/Zurich (Europe)
Frequently asked questions
- What is the time difference between Japan and Bern?
- Standard time is 8 hours behind Japan; daylight saving time is 7 hours behind Japan.
- Does Bern use daylight saving time?
- Bern, Switzerland, uses daylight saving time. In 2026, it starts on 2026-03-29 (local date) and ends on 2026-10-25 (local date). The difference from Japan changes around these transitions.
- When is a good meeting time for Japan and Bern?
- Standard time: Business hours (09:00–18:00) overlap at Japan 17:00–18:00 / Local 09:00–10:00. Daylight saving time: Business hours (09:00–18:00) overlap at Japan 16:00–18:00 / Local 09:00–11:00.
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- Times are calculated in your browser using your device’s clock and IANA time zone data. An incorrect device clock produces incorrect times.
- Daylight saving rules and local time arrangements can change. Confirm important appointments using local information.
- Business hours are estimated as 09:00–18:00 and vary by country and industry.
- This service may change or end without notice.
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