When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Lyon uses the EUR (€) and Kyoto uses the JPY (¥). Language shifts too — French in Lyon, Japanese in Kyoto. Be careful behind the wheel: Lyon drives on the right, Kyoto on the left.
- Country
- France
- Capital
- Paris
- Currency
- euro (EUR · €)
- Language
- French
- Calling code
- +33
- 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 Lyon and Kyoto?
Lyon is 7 hours ahead of Kyoto. Lyon runs on GMT+2 and Kyoto 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?
There are 1 hour where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
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 Lyon from Kyoto?
About 9,774 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 11h 60m, 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 Lyon and Kyoto use?
Lyon uses the euro (EUR, €); Kyoto 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 Lyon from Kyoto?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +33, 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 Lyon and Kyoto?
Lyon primarily speaks French; Kyoto speaks Japanese. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Lyon and Kyoto drive on the same side of the road?
No. France 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.