Current Time in Nauru
Nauruan culture regarding time
Nauruan culture regarding time
Nauruan time (UTC+12) adopted
Nauru uses the UTC+12 time zone and does not observe daylight saving time. There is no change in time throughout the year, and it is the same time zone as neighboring Kiribati and the Marshall Islands.
Compact sense of time unique to a small island nation
Because the country is very small, there is little time required for travel and action, and the "time constraints" in life are gentler than in other countries. People use time relatively freely and flexibly.
The rhythm of nature is the basis of life
In Nauru, fishing and daily life are greatly influenced by sunrise and sunset. In particular, elderly people and people who live traditional lives place importance on a lifestyle that follows the movement of the sun.
Nauruan values regarding time
Time consciousness where "not rushing" is the norm
Nauru has almost no culture of being rushed by time, and delays to meetings or plans are not considered a big problem. The concept of Island Time is strong, and a laid-back atmosphere permeates the entire society.
Flexible sense of time that prioritizes connections with people
Even if plans are delayed, it is important to talk to someone and exchange greetings, and warmth of human relationships is prioritized over efficiency and strictness.
Different sense of time between generations
As school education and exchanges with overseas progress, the younger generation tends to have a stronger sense of punctuality, but a relaxed sense of time is still mainstream among the elderly and in rural areas.
Things foreigners should know about time when traveling or relocating to Nauru
Appointment times should be considered as a guideline
In Nauru, it is not uncommon for events and meetings to start later than scheduled. Visitors are expected to act with ample time and be flexible in dealing with time differences.
Public services operate relatively on time
Administrative procedures and public institutions have set business hours and operate relatively punctually. Be sure to visit within the time frame for submitting paperwork or receiving documents.
Understand and get used to "island time" in your daily rhythm of life
There is little hurry in daily life, and services and responses can take time. The key to enjoying your stay is to get used to the pace without getting annoyed.
Fun facts about time in Nauru
The third smallest country in the world still has its own time zone
Despite its small size, Nauru, with an area of just 21 km2, officially adopts its own time zone (UTC+12).
There is no "rush hour" on the island, which takes about 30 minutes to go around.
Nauru is a rare country where you hardly need to "read the time" to go to work or school.
In the 1990s, it attracted attention for its "time difference business."
Because Nauru is three hours ahead of Japan, some Japanese companies had the idea of using it as a "night office for data processing," but this did not take root.