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

Manga. Toyotaro traces Toriyama’s style in this great new commemorative illustration of ‘Dragon Ball’ The Dragon Ball Super’ illustrator pays tribute to his master with a new installment ...

But even though stateside Toriyama’s visual style wouldn’t be the vanguard for a new generation of anime fans until the year after when Dragon Ball Z would begin airing in syndication, to many ...

Today, Toriyama’s style of combat is omnipresent in action narratives. (He even inspired the boxing matches of “Creed 3.") His inspiration to spiky-haired characters is obvious and everywhere, ...

Obviously not as good as Toriyama but his style is great for what DBS is," someone said. "This is probably Toyotaro's best Goku so far imo," another person said.

Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, ... Toriyama's success in manga led to him becoming well-known, and his art style quickly became one of the most recognizable in 1980s Japan.