There is debate over whether Akira Toriyama originated the now famous chibi style. So where did "chibi" get its start?

Capturing the hilarity of Toriyama with the likes of Piccolo, Gotenks, and Majin Buu, Akutami nailed what they were going for here. In addition to the art, Gege shared their own ode to Akira ...

On Thursday (Mar. 7), the official Dragon ... rest in peace.” Akira Toriyama will forever be remembered for his tales of heroic triumph, social reformation, awe-inducing art, and wonderous ...

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 ...

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 ...

Chibi refers to small, cute figures; Toriyama ... Akira Toriyama’s body of work. After his passing in 2024, even more discussion was focused on the extent of Toriyama’s contributions to the ...