Born in 2018: age, Japanese era & zodiac
Anyone born in 2018 is 8 years old if their birthday has already happened this year, or 7 if it hasn't happened yet.
Current age
As of 2026-07-26:
| Birthday already happened this year | 8 years old |
|---|---|
| Birthday hasn't happened yet this year | 7 years old |
Japanese era (wareki)
2018 falls entirely within Heisei 30.
Chinese zodiac
2018 is the year of the Dog in the Chinese zodiac.
Key facts
| Birth year | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Japanese era | Heisei 30 |
| Chinese zodiac | Dog |
| Age in 2026 | 7–8 years old |
Frequently asked questions
What Japanese era is 2018?
2018 falls entirely within Heisei 30.
What Chinese zodiac animal is 2018?
2018 is the year of the Dog in the Chinese zodiac.