Born in 2004: age, Japanese era & zodiac
Anyone born in 2004 is 22 years old if their birthday has already happened this year, or 21 if it hasn't happened yet.
Current age
As of 2026-07-26:
| Birthday already happened this year | 22 years old |
|---|---|
| Birthday hasn't happened yet this year | 21 years old |
Japanese era (wareki)
2004 falls entirely within Heisei 16.
Chinese zodiac
2004 is the year of the Monkey in the Chinese zodiac.
Key facts
| Birth year | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Japanese era | Heisei 16 |
| Chinese zodiac | Monkey |
| Age in 2026 | 21–22 years old |
Frequently asked questions
What Japanese era is 2004?
2004 falls entirely within Heisei 16.
What Chinese zodiac animal is 2004?
2004 is the year of the Monkey in the Chinese zodiac.