Happy birthday! Satoshi Tajiri turns 61 today

The iconic and legendary artist turns 61 on Friday, Aug. 28, 2026.

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Satoshi Tajiri is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed artists of his generation.

Popular artist Satoshi Tajiri has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Tajiri, a cultural icon

Born in Tokyo on August 28, 1965, Satoshi Tajiri's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Japanese history. Tajiri's not just a great artist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Satoshi hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Satoshi Tajiri as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Satoshi, you're the best!

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