Wanted to draw something that celebrates everything I love about Toriyama's artwork - the fun, joy and sense of adventure in every drawing. His art never fails to make me smile.
Sayonara Toriyama - thank you for everything you gave us!
Akira Toriyama (鳥山明) blessed the earth from 1955 to eternity. Thanks for the childhood memories and changing the world forever... May you have adventures in the heavens you reside now... <3
In Memoriam: Akira Toriyama of the manga world has died, Dragon Ball officially announces.
Dear fans and stakeholders
This is a sudden report,
Manga artist Akira Toriyama passed away on 1 March 2024 due to an acute subdural haematoma, aged 68.
It is a shame, because there were many tasks that he had been working on with great enthusiasm, and there must have been much more that he wanted to accomplish.
However, the deceased left behind a number of works as a cartoonist. He had the support of many people around the world and was able to continue his creative work for more than 45 years. We sincerely hope that the world of Akira Toriyama's one and only work will continue to be loved by everyone for many years to come.
We would like to express our deepest gratitude for your kindness and friendship during his lifetime.
The funeral service was conducted by close relatives only. In accordance with his wish for tranquillity, we decline all condolences, incense, offerings, floral tributes and other expressions of sympathy. Future farewell parties and other events have not yet been decided, and will be announced as soon as they have been decided. We would be grateful for your kind understanding.
8 March 2024
Akira Toriyama's original work, the theatrical version of "SAND LAND," has been released in Japan today!
I am responsible for modeling characters such as the protagonist Sheriff Rao and Gejiruu(ゲジ竜)!
It's the epitome of Akira Toriyama, globally renowned for Dragon Ball, with its profound and weighty mecha and unique characters. The deep and intense story will surely ignite your passion. While it has already been extensively announced in the United States, if you're interested, please do check it out!