After the shock of the announcement yesterdayof death ofAkira Toriyamaillustrates mangaka with an inimitable style, tributes are multiplying all over the world.
Artists, politicians, anonymous people… Everyone is rushing to pay tribute to the memory of this simple and discreet man who did so much for manga and Japanese animation and rocked the childhood, if not the lives, of millions of people. worldwide.
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Among his best-known works, the series of Dragon Ball, of course, but also the delusional Dr Slump. It is also intrinsically linked to the success of video games Dragon Quest And Chrono Trigger of which he created the characters and supervised the graphic environment. We also recognize “his touch” behind the characters of Blue Dragonan Xbox 360 exclusive from early 2000s which will have two sequels on NDS and even an animated series.
His style has entered the collective imagination so much that even if we don't know these series and games, it is familiar to us. Akira Toriyama is no more but his works are eternal and his legacy continues to inspire us.
Akira Toriyama died on March 1, 2024, following an acute subdural hematoma. He had 68 years old.
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以前のツイッターのポストでも連載コラムでも書きましたが、ソニック2でこの二人の関係性はピッコロと悟飯のイメージでキャラ作りしていたのですよ。
なのでドラゴンボールという作品がなければ今に至るこの二人の関係性も存在していなかったことになります。
鳥山先生本当にありがとうございました。 pic.twitter.com/tKC8yg2hdm— 斗々屋 (@judy_totoya) March 8, 2024
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We were extremely saddened to hear of the tragic passing of the legend, Akira Toriyama. The impact of his work on our team, and animation as a whole, is incalculable and we will be forever grateful for how his artistry has shaped us. pic.twitter.com/doz6cuEBQ7
— Studio MDHR (@StudioMDHR) March 8, 2024
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Thank you, Akira Toriyama.
For inspiring us with your creativity, your strength, and your legacy. pic.twitter.com/8ptEd7Obga
— Street Fighter (@StreetFighter) March 8, 2024
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Jackie Chan commented on the death of Akira Toriyama on the Weibo platform: “Akira Toriyama-sensei, thank you for creating so many great classics, they will be with us forever, Farewell ????????. » pic.twitter.com/ukZb5gX8tR
— Dragon Ball Super (@DBZcom) March 8, 2024
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To imagine Dragon Ball, Akira Toriyama was inspired by a 16th century Chinese book: “The Journey to the West”. pic.twitter.com/8UcWgckBr2
— France Culture (@franceculture) March 9, 2024
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鳥山さん‥ pic.twitter.com/FfjOtZpgDf
— 堀井雄二 (@YujiHorii) March 8, 2024
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Thank you, Akira Toriyama ❤️ pic.twitter.com/sdAwiqWydV
— PlayStation (@PlayStation) March 8, 2024
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Archie Comics celebrates the life of Akira Toriyama! #DragonBall #DragonBallZ #anime #manga #ChronoTrigger #AkiraToriyama pic.twitter.com/l04C7qSfJ4
— Archie Comics (@ArchieComics) March 8, 2024
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I salute Mr. Akira Toriyama, creator of Dragon Ball, who allowed me to lend my voice to the character of “Hercules” or “Satan” for such long and joyful years, with all my dubbing comrades of this legendary Manga!#DragonBall #AkiraToriyama #fredericbouraly pic.twitter.com/StrlRstrLS
— Frédéric Bouraly (@fredericbouraly) March 9, 2024
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今年最大の衝撃です…!
ご冥福をお祈りいたします｡ https://t.co/IO6B8UDwik— 桜井政博 / Masahiro Sakurai (@Sora_Sakurai) March 8, 2024
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It is such a privilege to have been given the chance to be a small part in your universe. #RIPAkiraToriyama
— Charles Martinet (@CharlesMartinet) March 8, 2024
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It cannot be understated how large an impact Akira Toriyama had on this world and it's culture.
To his friends and family, I wish you all of my love and condolences. We will all be mourning with you.
— Kevin Afghani (@KevinAfghani) March 8, 2024
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Rest in peace
Akira Toriyama sensei
ご冥福をお祈りいたします。— Katsuhiro Harada (@Harada_TEKKEN) March 8, 2024
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Messages from Patrick Borg (VF of Goku) and Éric Legrand (VF of Vegeta) following the announcement of the death of Akira Toriyama. pic.twitter.com/MBmTXIMgx1
— Dragon Ball Super (@DBSuperFrance) March 9, 2024
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Thank you for everything, Akira Toriyama. Your legendary work will continue to inspire generations to come ❤️ pic.twitter.com/os1GZHZiSy
— Xbox (@Xbox) March 8, 2024
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Rest in peace to the manga legend Akira Toriyama. The artistry and monumental impact of Dragon Ball will live on in the hearts of fans and creators for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/RyoItD3506
— Cartoon Network (@cartoonnetwork) March 8, 2024
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⚫ Akira Toriyama died at the age of 68. With “Dragon Ball,” the man who was probably the most influential Japanese artist of modern times left a lasting mark on adolescent imaginations around the world.
The editorial of @dovalfon : https://t.co/dREsQsmMGd pic.twitter.com/DbEuuteelZ
— Libération (@libe) March 9, 2024
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The very nice tribute from Mone Sorai, the author of “L’école belle”, to Akira Toriyama. ???? https://t.co/UWa1UZBleQ pic.twitter.com/Efkk1Zb5AF
— Editions Hana (@Editions_Hana) March 9, 2024
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RIP Akira Toriyama. His legacy is felt by us all.
Here is an excerpt from an interview were Suda51 ponders continuing NMH after 3, comparing it to when Trunks showed up in Dragon Ball.https://t.co/T6cVwH0w4a pic.twitter.com/Bpj0OBUzT3
— Grasshopper Manufacture (@Grasshopper_EN) March 8, 2024
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Even the powers of the crystal balls and Shenron won't be able to bring him back.
It will definitely have brought manga and Japanese culture to France. The giant Akira Toriyama has left us.
All my condolences to his loved ones and his loyal readers. pic.twitter.com/d8eGpyPFAj
— Gabriel Attal (@GabrielAttal) March 8, 2024
Homenagem of the heat of PSG by mangaká Akira Toriyama. ???????? pic.twitter.com/dFo13dZ6lv
— ???????????????? (@oproprioanti) March 8, 2024