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Hayao Miyazaki Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 5, 2026: By Josphat Gachie

Hayao Miyazaki is a Japanese actor best known for playing Director in the film Spirited Away.

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Best Known For:The film Spirited Away
Breakthrough:Co-founded Studio Ghibli and released widespread hits like My Neighbor Totoro in 1985

10 Quick Facts About Hayao Miyazaki

  • Full Name: Hayao Miyazaki
  • Nationality: Japanese
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The film Spirited Away
  • Date of Birth: January 5, 1941
  • Age: 85 years old
  • Place of Birth: Bunkyō, Tokyo
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Akemi Ōta
  • Specialization: Director, Screenwriter, and Producer
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Hayao Miyazaki Age

Hayao Miyazaki is about 85 years old as of 2026. Hayao Miyazaki was born in 1941.

Hayao Miyazaki Height

Hayao Miyazaki stands at a height of 5 feet 4 inches. This is approximately 163 cm.

Education

He attended Gakushuin University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Economics.

  • Gakushuin University
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Political Science and Economics
    • Period: 1963

Career & Work

Hayao Miyazaki's career includes business leadership roles with Studio Ghibli.

Organization: Studio Ghibli
Role: Co-founder
Period: 1985–Present
Details: Tokyo

Rise to Fame

Hayao Miyazaki rose to prominence for his role in the film Spirited Away.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro.

  • Film: Spirited Away (Director, 2001)
  • Film: My Neighbor Totoro (Director, 1988)

Awards & Achievements

  • Academy Award — AMPAS — Best Animated Feature (Spirited Away)

Hayao Miyazaki Net Worth

Hayao Miyazaki's net worth is estimated to be between $50,000,000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as an entertainer.

Hayao Miyazaki Family & Relationships

Hayao Miyazaki is married to Akemi Ōta. He has 2 children, Gorō Miyazaki and Keisuke Miyazaki.

  • Father: Katsuji Miyazaki
  • Children:
    • Gorō Miyazaki (1967)
    • Keisuke Miyazaki (1969)

Lesser Known Facts

  • He often uses female protagonists to challenge traditional gender roles in animation.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Hayao Miyazaki
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: Japanese
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: Asian

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: January 5, 1941
  • Age: 85
  • Birthday: January 5
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
  • Place of Birth: Bunkyō, Tokyo

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 4 in
  • Eye Color: Brown

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Katsuji Miyazaki
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Akemi Ōta

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $35,000–$350,000 (Estimated range)
  • Net Worth: $50,000,000
  • Source of Income: Performance contracts and related creative work

Related Biographies

  • Gorō Miyazaki (Child • Son)

Online Presence

  • Website:https://www.ghibli.jp/

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