When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Lagos uses the NGN (₦) and Tokyo uses the JPY (¥). Language shifts too — English in Lagos, Japanese in Tokyo. Be careful behind the wheel: Lagos drives on the right, Tokyo on the left.
- Country
- Nigeria
- Capital
- Abuja
- Currency
- Nigerian naira (NGN · ₦)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +234
- Drives on
- Right
- Country
- Japan
- Capital
- Tokyo
- Currency
- Japanese yen (JPY · ¥)
- Language
- Japanese
- Calling code
- +81
- Drives on
- Left
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Lagos and Tokyo?
Lagos is 8 hours ahead of Tokyo. Lagos runs on GMT+1 and Tokyo on GMT+9. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
Standard 09:00–17:00 workdays don't intersect. Most teams compromise with one side meeting early (before 09:00) or late (after 17:00).
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Lagos from Tokyo?
About 13,469 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 16h 21m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Lagos and Tokyo use?
Lagos uses the Nigerian naira (NGN, ₦); Tokyo uses the Japanese yen (JPY, ¥). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Lagos from Tokyo?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +234, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Lagos and Tokyo?
Lagos primarily speaks English; Tokyo speaks Japanese. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Lagos and Tokyo drive on the same side of the road?
No. Nigeria drives on the right, Japan on the left. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.