Born in 1990: age, Japanese era & zodiac
Anyone born in 1990 is 36 years old if their birthday has already happened this year, or 35 if it hasn't happened yet.
Current age
As of 2026-07-26:
| Birthday already happened this year | 36 years old |
|---|---|
| Birthday hasn't happened yet this year | 35 years old |
Japanese era (wareki)
1990 falls entirely within Heisei 2.
Chinese zodiac
1990 is the year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac.
Key facts
| Birth year | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Japanese era | Heisei 2 |
| Chinese zodiac | Horse |
| Age in 2026 | 35–36 years old |
Frequently asked questions
What Japanese era is 1990?
1990 falls entirely within Heisei 2.
What Chinese zodiac animal is 1990?
1990 is the year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac.