Dragon Ball Honors Akira Toriyama in Special Tribute Anime: Watch

Dragon Ball Honors Akira Toriyama in Special Tribute Anime: Watch

As a lifelong fan of Akira Toriyama and his iconic creation, Dragon Ball, I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing earlier this year. His untimely death at the age of 68 left the manga and anime community in shock, but as we grieve, we also celebrate the incredible legacy he leaves behind.


I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Akira Toriyama earlier this year. At the age of 68, he left us, but his impact on the world of anime and manga will never fade away. As the brilliant mind behind “Dragon Ball,” his legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences. In tribute to this legendary artist, New Challenger Productions has created a heartfelt anime short. Through its stunning visuals and moving narrative, it beautifully conveys our collective gratitude for Toriyama’s contributions and ensures that his memory will never be forgotten.

From my perspective as a devoted gamer and avid fan of anime, the title “AKIRA NO.1: A Farewell to the God Father of Manga” carries a powerful impact, as shown below. The opening scene captures Goku engaging in a friendly sparring match with Toriyama, with chopsticks replacing swords and a pen standing in for a wand. This visual symbolizes their deep bond.

Produced by New Challenger Productions, this tribute piece encapsulates the emotions experienced by dedicated fans of Dragon Ball following Toriyama’s passing. The team kindly shared a heartfelt note in conjunction with their touching tribute, which is displayed below for your perusal:

Growing up, “Dragon Ball Z” was my only source of entertainment. I have numerous thoughts about it that aren’t included in this speech, which is brilliantly delivered by Jordan Woollen, the talented voice of Vegeta in “LEGEND – A Dragon Ball Tale.” However, perhaps it’s not necessary for me to express those thoughts. Art, I believe, is a sincere means of expressing the depths of one’s soul. Thus, I offer this tribute as my eulogy for the late Akira Toriyama. May you find peace, power, and prosperity in the afterlife, dear friend.

For individuals who may have missed the news in early 2024, Toriyama sadly passed away on March 1st due to an acute subdural hematoma. A week following his demise, Bird Studio announced the unfortunate news, leading to a wave of mourning from various communities, including manga artists and sports figures, among others. Worldwide, people came together to pay tribute to Toriyama’s remarkable legacy. Now, with Dragon Ball Daima scheduled for release this fall and the Dragon Ball Super manga currently on hold, fans eagerly anticipate how Toriyama’s iconic story of Goku will continue to unfold in the future.

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2024-07-18 00:14