Akira Toriyama, one of Japan’s leading comics authors, whose manga and anime franchise “Dragon Ball” achieved worldwide success with its mix of comedic characters and rousing martial arts ...

Japanese manga artist Toriyama Akira — creator of "Dragon Ball" and ... When news broke of 68-year-old Toriyama's death, many renowned artists in the industry mourned his passing.

Acclaimed manga artist Akira Toriyama, creator of the global hits “Dragon Ball” and “Dr. Slump,” died on March 1 due to acute subdural hematoma, according to his publisher Shueisha Inc. He ...