Born in 2002: age, Japanese era & zodiac
Anyone born in 2002 is 24 years old if their birthday has already happened this year, or 23 if it hasn't happened yet.
Current age
As of 2026-07-26:
| Birthday already happened this year | 24 years old |
|---|---|
| Birthday hasn't happened yet this year | 23 years old |
Japanese era (wareki)
2002 falls entirely within Heisei 14.
Chinese zodiac
2002 is the year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac.
Key facts
| Birth year | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Japanese era | Heisei 14 |
| Chinese zodiac | Horse |
| Age in 2026 | 23–24 years old |
Frequently asked questions
What Japanese era is 2002?
2002 falls entirely within Heisei 14.
What Chinese zodiac animal is 2002?
2002 is the year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac.