“Dragon Ball” and “Dr. Slump” took the world by storm but their creator, manga artist Akira Toriyama, initially harbored deep reservations when starting out on the projects. Toriyama died ...
Let’s not forget that Toriyama, being a big fan of scale models and all kinds of vehicles, worked in his studio surrounded by scale models and even several real motorcycles.
Japanese manga artist Toriyama Akira — creator of "Dragon Ball" and "Dr. Slump" — captivated generations of fans, transforming graphic storytelling around the globe. His influence was ...
Akira Toriyama, who was 68, was best known for Dragon Ball, the hit manga that spawned an anime series and a movie spin-off. But the influence of his distinctive character designs and storytelling ...