Happy birthday! Rinko Kikuchi turns 45 today

The iconic and legendary actress turns 45 on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026.

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Rinko Kikuchi is celebrating her 45th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress Rinko Kikuchi (Pacific Rim, Babel, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 45th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Kikuchi, a cultural icon

Born in Hadano on January 6, 1981, Rinko Kikuchi's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Japanese history. Kikuchi's not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Rinko hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Rinko Kikuchi as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 45.

Happy Birthday, Rinko, you're the best!

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