MLB game times in Japan
Weeknight first pitch is around 7pm local; the World Series runs ~8pm ET. Here is every regular MLB slot converted to JST — recalculated daily so daylight-saving changes on either side never catch you out.
The regular slots in Japan
| Slot | Scheduled | 🇯🇵 JST |
|---|---|---|
Weeknight games (typical) | 19:05 New York | 08:05 (next day) |
Sunday day games (typical) | Sun 13:35 New York | 02:35 (next day) |
World Series (typical) | 20:00 New York | 09:00 (next day) |
MLB in Japan — quick answers
What time are MLB games in Japan?
Weeknight games (typical) typically start at 19:05 in the home time zone — see the table below for the JST conversion of every regular slot.
Why do MLB times keep changing in Japan?
Daylight saving. When the clocks change in the home country or in Japan (and they rarely change on the same weekend), every start time shifts by an hour for a few weeks. The table on this page is recalculated daily, so it's always the current conversion.
How long does an MLB game last?
Since the pitch clock arrived, about 2 hours 40 minutes on average — down from well over three hours.
How many games are in an MLB season?
Each team plays 162 regular-season games from late March to late September, before the playoffs and the World Series in October.
MLB times elsewhere
Typical slots shown for planning; individual fixtures move around them. Always confirm the exact start with the official schedule or broadcaster in Japan.