Tokyo β Zurich
Best Time to Call
Decent overlap available between 16:00 and 19:00 (Tokyo time).
Sync Tokyo and Zurich easily. Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Zurich. Decent overlap available between 16:00 and 19:00 (Tokyo time).
Upcoming Time Change
- New York City clocks forward 1h in 11 days Mar 09
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Meeting Optimizer
Sync Score
3.3/10
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Tokyo
15:37 GMT+9
Working
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New York City
01:37 EST
Sleeping
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London
06:37 GMT
Sleeping
Synchronization Context
Syncing between Tokyo and Zurich is challenging due to the 8 hours offset. Teams should prioritize asynchronous communication or specific 'handover' windows.
Tokyo Business Pulse
- Culture Consensus-based and very formal. Respect for hierarchy and "Meishi KΕkan" (business card exchange) are central.
- Lunch Break Strictly 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
- Pro Tip The most effective window is 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Avoid the strictly observed 12-1 PM lunch hour at all costs. Late afternoon calls (4 PM - 5:30 PM) are also acceptable, but ensure you follow formal protocols and hierarchy if multiple stakeholders are on the line.
Zurich Business Pulse
- Culture Precise, formal, and highly efficient. Values quality and punctuality above all.
- Lunch Break 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
- Pro Tip The ideal window is 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Punctuality in Switzerland is non-negotiable; being even one minute late is considered a serious lack of professionalism. Keep your discussion focused, data-driven, and highly organized. Avoid calling during the 12-1 PM lunch hour.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Tokyo | Zurich |
|---|---|---|
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo | Europe/Zurich |
| Country | Japan | Switzerland |
| Coordinates | 35.68, 139.65 | 47.38, 8.54 |
| Population | 37,274,000 | 443,000 |