Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Sapporo uses the JPY (¥) and Pyongyang uses the KPW (₩). Language shifts too — Japanese in Sapporo, Korean in Pyongyang. Be careful behind the wheel: Sapporo drives on the left, Pyongyang on the right.
- Country
- Japan
- Capital
- Tokyo
- Currency
- Japanese yen (JPY · ¥)
- Language
- Japanese
- Calling code
- +81
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- North Korea
- Capital
- Pyongyang
- Currency
- North Korean won (KPW · ₩)
- Language
- Korean
- Calling code
- +850
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Sapporo and Pyongyang?
Sapporo and Pyongyang share the same offset (GMT+9), so there's no difference right now.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 8 hours 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 Sapporo from Pyongyang?
About 1,379 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 2h 7m, 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 Sapporo and Pyongyang use?
Sapporo uses the Japanese yen (JPY, ¥); Pyongyang uses the North Korean won (KPW, ₩). 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 Sapporo from Pyongyang?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +81, 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 Sapporo and Pyongyang?
Sapporo primarily speaks Japanese; Pyongyang speaks Korean. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Sapporo and Pyongyang drive on the same side of the road?
No. Japan drives on the left, North Korea on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.