RIP Akira Toriyama, Thank You

Talking today about the passing of Akira Toriyama and the impact he had on my generation growing up.

[@Boss_Fight_Index_muki]

When Stan Lee (the creator of Spiderman) passed on, Akira Toriyama wrote a commemorative letter in his memory. i hope another famous comic book artist composes a commemoration for the legendary creator of Dragon Ball Z.

[@DaakkuuYRS]

I'm expecting to something from Oda Eiichiro, as Toriyama was his mentor, and insperation. Not to mention that they are good friends in real life and even had a crossover manga together.

[@vectoralphaSec]

His friend Eiichiro Oda (creator of One Piece) did.

[@Lock2002ful]

Already happened in japanese.

[@gilligith6715]

Oda did so did Kishimoto along with other amazing mangakas like Inoue (author of slam dunk and Vagabond) and Urasawa (author of Monster, Pluto, and 20th century boys. Even Jackie Chan wrote a message. It’s incredible honestly

[@widyasantoso4910]

Author Eichiro Oda's message on the passing of 7 Dragon Balls author - Akira Toriyama Everything is really too sudden i feel like there's a big hole ripped through my heart. The thought of never seeing you again makes me extremely sad i admired vou so much since i was a kid. t remember very wellthe- day you called my namne for the first time iremember that day walking home, hanging out with Kishimoto-san, the first time i called both of them "friends" And I stil remember our last conversation Starting from the time when reading comics was considered a stupid waste of time, 1 am among the few who have created an era where both adults and children can read and enjoy comics You showed me that manga can achieve such things. You made me dream that 1 could reach the world I feel like !'m witnessing a real superhero moving forward His impact is not limited to the manga industry The childhood of many writers and authors from various disciplines was definitely rooted in the excitement of reading Dragon Ball on a weekly basis Your existence is like a big tree with branches reaching straight into the sky To generational authors like us, when we stand the same stage with him and the closer we get to Toriyama's work, the more we realize how tiny we are. t was amazing to watch him perform Yet, behind this man is an approachable humar being. That makes me so happy to see 1 feel that, we all love Torivama for the real person he is. 1 would like to express my deepest respect and gratitude for the miraculous creation that Toriyama-sensei left for the world, while from the bottom of my heart praying for his rest in peace 1hope that heaven is just as pleasant as you've imagined in your comic, sensei Eiichiro Oda

[@RealJohnnyGuillotine]

"Push beyond your limits" That is what I learned from him.

[@Dnite13]

go even further beyond

[@jamesvancam]

:,(

[@tombystander]

Broke a grown mans heart. Couldnt beleive it when i heard it. RIP to the legend who introduced me to japanese culture

[@NickRobbins82]

Just thinking about dragon Ball I teared up, especially when spawn showed the scene of Goku going Super Saiyan for the first time!( Hell when Goku went UI me and my now grown kids lost their s***!

[@disastermaster3K]

It wouldn’t break your parents heart if you move out of their basement nerd lol

[@darkscoutergamer6168]

@@disastermaster3K?💀😭

[@darkscoutergamer6168]

Same 💙 he truly is a legend 🙏🏻 and proud to have enjoyed his works

[@Tearintime]

@@TurtleChad1you realize that was in the late 1900s right? Japan is a very homogenous culture, especially back then. He probably didn’t have too much opportunity to meet people of other races to understand them

[@tetealfre]

Growing up in Mexico, DBZ was my escape from my poor environment. It taught me perseverence and to believe in myself, even as someone that came from nothing. I kept those beliefs close to heart and despite all odds became a surgeon in the US.

[@313CW313]

The outpour and respect Akira Toriyama has received from every community and fandom makes me smile. Rest In Piece…

[@RealShaun]

Agreed. So many people united in grief but also in good memory. His death saddens me, the outpoor of love is amazing though. Oh and: rest in *peace* :)

[@cyclops8238]

Even though it is a very sad situation it's also very sweet to see people uniting all over the world regardless of whether they like his work or anime in general just because of how influential and special he was. R.I.P Akira toriyama

[@DinnerIsDelayed]

Literally EVERYTHING. from country sub reddits to mexican cartels. Its pretty insane

[@sketchasaurrex4087]

The creators for Final Fantasy and Golden Sun have said Dragonquest directly influenced them in making their games. His influence is incredibly far and wide reaching through generations and all around the world. There's no one like him

[@Thollis1987]

Like a boss!❤ Akira Toriyama was a magnificent man and we will forever remember him for his creativity.😊

[@MasterZebulin]

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say Dragon Quest was a *HUGE* influence for a LOT of RPGs, both western and eastern. His work did so much more for others than we can even realize.

[@LooseAsADEUCE]

I really wanna see a video that talks about his influence in the video game space. Most of the tributes focus on Dragon Ball (rightfully so), but I think people are overlooking his influence on games in doing so. Dragon Quest alone is hugely impactful and he's a major reason why.

[@Davewonder31]

Nothin like the old DragonballZ toonami days. Super big part of my childhood. RIP Akira Toriyama

[@DeadPhoenix86DP]

He left us too soon. I know how his friends and family feels. I lost both my parents last year. R.I.P

[@Healthy_Toki]

Peaceful repose to your parents and condolences to you

[@jatnierdorta]

Losing both parents the same year, that must be incredibly difficult and painful.

[@SCARLETTT555]

God bless you man, I hate to hear of such pain

[@GreekTheGeek1]

From chrono trigger and dragon quest to blue dragon and sand land this man was a pillar for the jrpg community and a huge loss to gaming and entertainment industry will be sorely missed. Akira will be remembered fondly by so many of us rest in peace

[@aidenquinn19975]

As time passes we will be losing more and more entertainment legends. We’ll all miss him. This one hit deep, the Akira Toriyama art style is timeless. I hope his family and friends are doing ok right now.

[@darkscoutergamer6168]

Yeah it’s unfortunate but for sure we will never forget how awesome some of them were 💙🙏🏻 and I agree,I hope they are doing ok

[@bigduke5902]

Who is replacing them?

[@NetBattler]

@@bigduke5902 Toyotaro

[@Jammet]

I guess my only connection was Chrono Trigger and Blue Dragon. I never liked Dragonball, it was one of those shows where the fights were seemingly endless, and full of opponents "verbally taunting" or "verbally worshipping" each other's moves, each in turn "shocked" by whatever the other revealed next, up to a point where the meme "Don't make me assume my final form" wasn't even funny anymore. It all just bored me to tears. BUT!!! I love the style. I will miss this. And now, follow-up games in this style are probably never going to feel like the real thing anymore. The heart won't be there anymore. Rest in peace, Akira Toriyama.

[@bigduke5902]

@@Jammet Great job elaborating exclusively on the thing you DON'T like unsolicited.

[@KevinCunningham-li4ns]

Farewell, Akira Toriyama. Your brilliance brought us iconic characters and unforgettable stories that will continue to captivate audiences for years to come. Thank you for the magic, Toriyama-sensei. Your legacy will forever shine bright.

[@KayWhyEllie1]

I can't State how much this man had an impact on my life Akira Toriyama basically created my childhood. I would draw dragon Ball z stuff I would dress like the characters and play games watch the shows the movies I would live and breathe dragon Ball z growing up and I wanted to be just like Goku I saw him as someone to strive to be like, RIP LEGEND Akira Toriyama 😢

[@jewpac867]

I know he’s inspired my son, kid has been drawing Dragon Quest characters for the past month after he watched the show, it made me so happy that even my kid has been inspired by Toriyama, that man will be remembered and praised for decades.

[@NetBattler]

Gone but not forgotten. I still remember I'll tune in original Dragonball with my sister when we were a kids...good times.

[@NetBattler]

​@@TurtleChad1 shut up

[@DankMemeCenterX]

Rip Akira Toriyama. Definitely a huge part of my childhood.

[@Metatron1767]

The man united the world more than anyone else and he didn't even intended to do that.

[@Fxbox920]

I cried when i first saw the news

[@NetBattler]

I was shocked and the fact that I heard the News from my Dragonball Legends creator just makes it more sadder 😢

[@dragoon1090]

I did too.

[@cbgg1585]

New Earth Music will hit a lot more emotionally and different now.

[@VOAN]

Sad we lost another manga legend. RIP Akira Toriyama.

[@davidteixeira533]

I am now 40 years old and I was born in France and came back to my parents home country, Portugal, when I was 10. I totally relate to what you say here about the impact of DB in my childhood. So much so that my first born is named after this legend! Akira! Thank you Jon for this "homage"! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🐉

[@uromark]

melhores anos em Portugal, anos 90. Era uma cultura social tão grande que nunca vi nada assim, casa escola , escola casa. Melhores amizades e memórias de infância graças a DragonBall, inexplicável

[@davidteixeira533]

@@uromark tive professores a pararem a aula para podermos todos em conjunto ir para a sala de convívio ver o episódio de Dragon Ball Z! Bons tempos!

[@FleeceJohnsonDaBootyWarrior]

As a Hispanic kid during that time, my family first experienced DB/Z through the Spanish (Mexican) dub. By the time Toonami aired SS Goku in English, we were already on the Android/Cell saga in Spanish. I still remember the first half of the Buu saga in Spanish back in summer of '01 (we were in the Dominican Republic all summer, right before 9/11) and coming back to school to tell my peers what would happen next. The Blue Ocean & Funimation dubs back in those days are really bizarre, especially with their release cadence in the US. It's crazy to think the creator of this IP died at 68, whereas the oldest voice actress is well in her 80s and still kicking. And this is after Chris Aires died around a year ago, too.

[@Lock2002ful]

Tragedy apparently hits twice. A famous japanese voice actress died just yesterday..

[@user-mj7jz2yq2b]

No mame, chilango.

[@ghostofhallownest5300]

Akira toriyama was created my childhood. I wish him well in his new journey traveling across the next plane with King Kai . Never truly gone we will see you again someday Toriyama-san 🙏

[@DullBoy23]

"You will always laugh at your fears when you realize who you really are" think about this quote all the time and its from Toriyama. Thank you for the memories, friends, excitement and so much more. RIP Akira Toriyama

[@FatManDude13]

Bruh, this is Buddhism in a nutshell and why Buddha statues are always laughing. Toriyama incorporated so many Buddhist elements into his art, it's incredible. RIP Akira Toriyama, even though you had unfinished work, you've left an indelible mark on the world like only so few have.

[@DullBoy23]

@FatManDude13 damn I never knew that, but strangely, it seems appropriate in finding this out now. I'm still learning stuff from his works, even after death. I gotta play the games again or watch the show again. Thanks for letting me know

[@MasterZebulin]

"Don't fear death. Laugh at it before you embrace it."

[@Grief_Jerky]

I was constantly missing my bus to school because I was trying to catch the end of DBZ, recess was always dedicated to talking about that mornings episode. Such a tragic loss the man was part of so many of our upbringings.

[@Healthy_Toki]

They were playing Cha-La Head-Cha-La on NPR last night. Toriyama's influence is everywhere

[@bcj842]

❤️❤️❤️

[@NetBattler]

I'm so glad Dragonball is also famous in Malaysia too

[@Archangel7sept]

He showed me how to be kind to others and giving people an opportunity to change for better even when others don’t think so.

[@mielthesquid6536]

Been watching Dragon Ball since 1988, it is still very present in my life. I come from France and this is a phenomenon over there, even our president posted on Tweeter about it.

[@ghju]

Like him or not, he probably was the same type of kid we were, glued to his tv. How could he not say something about it. I don't like him, but I like and respect when I see the humans behind the functions peeking through.

[@mielthesquid6536]

@@ghju totally agree with that!

[@Mrperson0]

He will truly be missed. Dragon Ball Z on Toonami was my first foray into the world of Dragon Ball, and I will never forget it. May he rest in peace, and hopefully he is hanging out with King Kai in Other World.

[@hyrulegend9786]

Akira Toriyama, Thank you for all the inspiration to Train & Draw & made me a fan of anime & all of the Wonderful memories you blessed us with, you have been a major influence on my life growing up. May your Legacy forever Live on. Prayers to you & your family. You're gonna be missed by so many. Rest in Peace. 🕊️🐲

[@raptros]

Living in Europe at the time Dragon ball was on i had no idea the US release was the mess it was, ours was released some years before the US release and it was adapted from a french script we watched it all from start to finish, back to back. Looking back those were golden times. Hell i miss watching DragonBall on TV in the 90s, going to school everybody was talking about it. I am so thankful to Akira Toriyama for the childhood i had.

[@NickRobbins82]

Rip A kira Toriyama he's over 9,000!!!!!!

[@colesweezy]

Dragonball changed my life. I still regularly watch it and still get chills at the really high highs of the show we all know. Once we got into the Goku Black arc of super that show really hit its stride as well. When super hero came out in theaters a couple years back I weeped when seeing Gohan transform and use the special beam cannon. It’s all still incredibly special to me. Gone but never ever forgotten. Rest in peace Toriyama-San.

[@Archontasil]

I practice drawing because of dragon ball. I don't now him personally, but i definitely know him through his art. Thank you so much Toriyama sensei

[@awesomeChris919]

Akira Toriyama is one of the most influential human beings to walk the face of this earth. I owe him so much that words can’t even describe it. Thanks for everything Akira Toriyama

[@voidcenturyD]

Shout out to the geocities guest books. I lost someone very close to me on the same day Toriyama sensei passed. Reading the messages celebrating life has eased the heartache. ❤

[@shecklesmack9563]

Despite only seeing one interview and photos of him, it felt like the loss of a family member. I remember begging my parents to fly me to Comic-Con back in 2002 just because he was there. I would be a different person without his work, and I am immeasurably grateful to him that only because obvious upon his passing. RIP Akira Toriyama

[@Nanobit84]

A personal video. I love it. Just goes to show how much Toriyama made a impact to everyone in there own ways. Mine was always watching it whenever I made a visit to Mexico to see family. DBZ was huge over there and it’s how bonded a lot with my relatives there. Best memory

[@nukeboynez3648]

Oh yes, I will never forget the day Son-Goku first turned into a Super Sayjan. For someone like me who had never read the mangas before it was so unexpected. Before that It felt like the bad guys would win in this universe. The day after in school everyone in my primary school was so quite as if something changed forever. Akira Toriyama really made animes mainstream after this. RIP

[@Type1DomoGuy]

Akira was also good at character art for other mangas, animes and video games. Especially video games for your channel Spawn Wave. RIP AKIRA TORIYAMA

[@L_Zant]

Just bought every season of Dragon Ball/ DBZ / and GT on DVD. Gonna watch every single episode on my crt. I'm very, very, very sad. A massive influence on my life.

[@Shakai29]

This one hurt so much

[@disastermaster3K]

🙄

[@NetBattler]

​@@disastermaster3Kwhat?

[@ABD-pc3jf]

​@@disastermaster3KOh, look at me I'm so edgy nothing phases me.

[@MasterZebulin]

@@ABD-pc3jf He has deepfakes of politicians on his channel. What were you expecting?

[@Xather15]

This is a sad day for an entire Generation. I'm definitely going to miss Akira and all of his work will live on in his memory.

[@stephens9772]

It's such a shame he died so young. I wasn't really a fan of Dragon Ball, but I know that without it all the Anime/manga we enjoy in the west wouldn't here, and for that I am forever grateful. Hope his family is doing as well as they can be.

[@cbgg1585]

Not only that, he was huge part of Dragon Quest, a JRPG that revolutionized JRPG’s and RPG’s in general.

[@saltykraken9471]

I dont like any other animie but love anything dragonball. Used to play on my trampoline pretending to be a super saiyan. Would strain so hard trying to Kamehameha I probably shit my pants on multiple occasions, lol. Was truly a legend and will be deeply missed. Thank you for sharing your beautiful stories with all of us. RIP.

[@sonxthedemon]

He maybe gone but he left us with great stories rip the goat

[@TayoEXE]

He showed up in my local newspaper at Sunny (Japanese grocery store) as the front page article. It's been a big deal all over the world. 😢 On a personal note, my brothers and I grew up watching DB and bonded over it to this day. We used to do the Fusion dance, immitate Kamehameha, Galic Gun, and Burning Attack. We collected the trading cards. We received a hankerchief with Adult Gohan from my uncle in Japan and had no idea who he was at the time because the Buu saga hadn't aired in the U.S. yet. We thought the Androids were the coolest, and Cell inspired us with horror film making, etc. I loved the adventures of young Goku and the tournament sagas. Seriously, it is an understatement how impactful his series has been on so many people's lives. Saiyans get literally way stronger if they rest, heal, and recooperate from whatever doesn’t kill them. It's inspiring, pushing beyond our limits, discovering hidden strength or courage, and making long lasting friendships even from former enemies.

[@Jaysplash99]

RIP the GOAT

[@ryandemboski6313]

DBZ was always the talk of my friend group in elementary school. We'd always talk about the show, draw the characters and make little comics about them, go over to each other's houses after school to play the games like Tenkaichi 3 and Budokai 1-3, we really loved the series. Good memories

[@abysJaq]

RIP, still processing. I appreciate you putting this video John

[@Aaron.Seabolt]

I love that Oda and Kishimoto talked about how Toriyama had such an impact on anime and themselves.

[@gernblanston2652]

I'm in my mid-40s. When I saw the other day about Toriyama's passing I started doing some thinking and I realized that I in my life I have probably spent more of my entertainment time consuming things that he created or contributed to than probably any other single artist. DragonBall manga and anime, DBZ manga and anime and video games, Dragon Quest/Warrior, Chrono Trigger, Dr. Slump (this got me through Covid). I know that I am forgetting something. I still remember living in Kentucky when I was 13 and not being able to sleep one Sunday night in late 1995. I wandered downstairs at 4:30 in the morning to see if there was something on TV. I was flipping around and stopped on the first cartoon that I saw. It was the third or fourth episode of DragonBall. I had no idea what I was watching and was very intrigued. Next week I set my alarm to get up and watch it. It only lasted a couple of months and then it stopped airing. It was still very early internet so, my world was still when things went away they just went away. After it ended I didn't really think about it again until like two years later. I got home after school and my brother was watching Toonami. I was getting myself a sandwich and I caught Goku out of the corner of my eye and it was like a lightning bolt taking me back to those Sunday mornings. I was hooked. The first time that Goku went Super Saiyan, I skipped work at Taco Bell that day. My boss was PISSED. But, I was not missing that. I am not an emotional person. When people die, it's normally "That's sad" and I just keep it moving. I have had tears in my eyes for three days now. I'm crying again while typing this. Because of DragonBall and Toriyama I made friends I probably never would have made, I spent time with my younger brother that I would not have. This person that I never met probably had more influence on my life than anybody outside of my immediate family. I'm just grateful that it's no longer 1995 and I don't have to worry about his work disappearing from my life.

[@ABD-pc3jf]

I never realized until now how much Akira Toriyama influence my life. From the friendships formed to hobbies and entertainment I enjoyed. The memories from my youth suddenly overwhelming me. The world lost one of its most uniques treasures. RIP His legacy lives on through the millions of those influenced by his lessons and art.

[@rockinstampede]

I still remember my first experience with DragonBall Z, tuned in flipping channels and Goku beat the snot out of the Recoome, followed by Jeice and Burter. Then Vegeta finishing them both off. My anime gateways would always be Street Fighter 2V and Yu Yu Hakusho, but the DragonBall series as a whole transformed and motivated the world as a whole, just like it did with it's own characters. For now, another great gets to rest, and legends continue on.

[@rapha.barros]

Thank you Akira Toriyama! And thank you Jon for the video. I was expecting you to mention that in a video since I remember your first videos commenting about Dragon Ball Z and I seeing myself as into the topic as you.

[@zeelyle2002]

The ending of Dragonquest 5 (Hothb) had me crying in the backseat of my families car when I was a teen. DQ ROR taught me not to take anyone for granted and I don't think my relationship with my sister would be the same today if not for that. I didn’t watch dragonball as much as I would have liked but when I see it I still get nostalgic for that time. That really says something about its creator. As a writer and fan I so respect this man. RIP from one passionate storyteller to another. Thank you for everything.

[@pepotitti]

SUPER SAD RIP FROM JAPAN

[@Lock2002ful]

I also have to really thank the man. He and his works influenced me growing up, not to forget what kind of impact he had on entertainment media in general. The man is a legend, the next biggest Mangaka after Tezuka. It is so sad that he passed so soon. Read a lot of comments of japanese creators and people from all over the world on twitter and yt. It really made me shed tears. Usually I don’t get so involved when a celebrity or well known person dies but Toriyama was a very special person that did so much for the life of so many people.

[@guilhermerovida5488]

I'm 36yo. I'm from Brazil and moved to U.S in 2018. I grew up watching Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z. I remember watching Dragon Ball Z on Cartoon Network with my younger brother after school. It permeated the Brazilian culture just like it did with the rest of the world! Dragon Ball Z is incredibly powerful, in the sense that highly influenced so many cultures around the world!

[@dannybz7421]

Man I used to come home everyday and be so excited to watch the latest episode of dragonball z. Especially the namek saga..watching goku go super saiyan for the first time is what really made me fall in love with the series. And being such a big part of a game community for one of the mobile games and as many friends as I’ve made along the way because of his works makes me thankful for what he made, and sad knowing he won’t be blessing the world with anything else of his brilliant mind. RIP toriyama sensei. Hopefully toyotaro can carry on your legacy and continue to make the dragon ball series as consistently great as it’s been over the past 40 years.

[@daslangdoc]

I never knew him but losing him really made me sad. I remember being in middle school and learning about DBZ in the lunchroom. I went to my Uncle house was talking about DBZ with my brother and my Uncle over heard us and jumped right into our convo. Turns out my Uncle had about 3 VHS tape of DBZ he taped off the TV. I remember my brother and I sitting with him for hours watching his homemade DBZ tapes. Since my brother and my uncle passed those were some of the best memories share of them.

[@Flaris]

Such a legend. His impact can’t be understated. Will always remember that feeling of growing up while DBZ was airing.

[@817abn]

Like others, as a kid i was introduced to Dragon Ball dubbed in Spanish on a trip to Mexico and fell in love. We where poor with no cable so didn't get to watch as much as i could but i was obsessed with it. It wasnt till my late teens when i was really able to watch it on Toonami. Rest In Peace Akira Toriyama, knowing you had a great impact on the world. Thank you.

[@blueknight0782]

The biggest exposure I've had in Toriyama was from Dragon Quest and Chrono Trigger. Truly amazing at character design. May he rest in piece.

[@familiadefoix6386]

No other artist has been held in such a high regard by myself. His passing has hit as hard as the loss of a family member. I am so grateful for what he has contributed to us all.

[@ponejito24]

One of my favorite memories is when the series ended and I got to watch it with my sister and my dad, a precious memory. And also in my country, México, we love dragon ball and you can even watch it on the free tv broadcast today.

[@FatManDude13]

Same John, same. It's impossible to know who I'd be today without dbz and everything else Toriyama san made. I remember rushing home in the fourth grade after school just to catch the latest episode of the Buu saga, airing at the time. Dbz made flexing and screaming cool, so weird previously, but more normal now. What a time to be alive. My favorite Dbz moment? Oof Gohans ascension against Cell is pretty incredible, but my number one favorite moment has to go to Majinn Vegeta's sacrifice. It still gives me goosebumps thinking about it today. RIP Akira Toriyama.

[@califas2522]

Very sad, thanks for all the great moments.

[@JTHKG_MFM]

When I was in Grade 1, I finished homework quickly so that my mom would grant me some TV time to watch his Dr. Slump and then I grew up watching Dragon Ball. When I became a junior high teacher, my students were still watching Dragon Ball. It opened up even the most quiet student in the class and we all had fun talking about Goku Son. We all sang the theme song together when we went to our school picnic. This year is the 40th anniversary of DB and it would have been nice if he could be here to celebrate together. Thank you, Mr. Toriyama for all the wonderful memories. RIP in Kaioshinkai.

[@SonGoku-mj5pq]

I remember around 2000, no one in my school knew much about anime, but everyone knew about Dragon Ball, everyone liked it and it didn't matter if you were rich, poor, black, white, or anything.

[@theominousanne]

Rest in power, Toriyama-san!

[@connergaskell1909]

I’ve watched Dragon Ball since i was a little kid so this news absolutely broke me yesterday he created a series that no one will ever forget and he will always be remembered as the legend he is rest in peace Mr Toriyama

[@derrekclay7425]

Not ashamed to say that I teared up while watching this. RIP Akira Toriyama -- an absolute legend.

[@levirivers2772]

R.I.P. Sir your work helped me through the toughest times of life in 90-2000's and I was not the only one that your stories inspired.

[@adaml7349]

Growing up in the Midwest, I remember watching it on the local Spanish channel before it began to air on Toonami. Good times 🙌

[@bcj842]

One thing I hope comes from this sad news is that people will STOP SLEEPING ON DR. SLUMP. That show is GOATED. It may not have been the multicultural phenomenon that DB is but it's still so so good.

[@theanimeplaya4141]

Akira toriyama really did change the world he inspired so many great authors and influenced anime and manga he’s basically the Stan Lee of Japan without him we wouldn’t have all these amazing series as Naruto or one piece akira started it all he was a legendary story teller my fav works from him are not only dragon ball but also he’s other works like the manga dr slump the dragon quest games and two chrono games dragon quest is a very popular series same as chrono trigger and chrono cross without akira toriyama I doubt those series would be as popular and would be very different he had a very unique style of drawing he’s characters and it was like he made them come to life made the audience feel really connected to he’s characters he will be missed but he’s creation he’s works will live on forever in the form of media games and collections rest in peace akira toriyama 😭

[@RandoCDN87]

I first began watching Dragonball when Goku was a kid, I would spend days upstairs watching it on my grandmothers television, cross legged, only a few feet away from the screen. And what took from it was show mercy but do not let down your guard. Not let others take advantage of you, and preservere through on, no matter what life throws at you.

[@crabbuckets7506]

Im sure he's proud of all the kids in the 90's that screamed their faces off powering up in the backyard 🙏

[@crossxfuse]

he's left such a large impression on so many people and I'm forever grateful for the amount of work he put into these characters and amazing stories he gave us.

[@dragoon1090]

He impacted every one of us with his works. He'll be remembered for a long time.

[@sergiosarmiento4233]

So many artists owe their beginnings to Akira Toriyama and his amazingly inspiring character designs.

[@Choom89]

One of the greatest artists that the world will ever know, thank you and R.I.P. Akira Toriyama.💔

[@My_Man_Mike]

His influence was immeasurable whether it’s anime, video games or other entertainment platforms. A lot of ppl wouldn’t be who they are today if it wasn’t for him and his creations including myself R.I.P. Toriyama

[@Lv37Bizarro]

I remember running from the bus stop with my friend to get home in time to watch re-runs of dbz, best work out routine ever growing up. I'm happy to share his amazing work with my children. RIP Akira Toriyama, thanks for all the great memories.

[@jimmariscal6146]

I remember going to Mexico and watching GT in 1996. All my cousing and I seeing the whole ark and not knowing that DB and DBZ was before it. I strongly advise people to start that way it made gokus story way more impactful. RIP Señor Toriyama.

[@David01984]

😢 it hurts hear these depressing things between Akira Toriyama and Rooster Teeth shutting down this month.. Red vs Blue and Dragonball Z were my childhood memories.

[@KingOfMyWorld1987]

I remember waking up way earlier than I had to when I was school back in the 90s just so I could watch both Dragonball and Dragonball z. Now, I am 37 with two kids, and Saturday nights have become boys' nights. My wife goes to bed, and we stay up watching dragonball z because of that I have bought all the series from the OG to GT and all the movies. He is a big part of my favorite part of the week, as they get excited to watch with Daddy.

[@mycosys]

Bright Bird Mountain may be the most epic name for a manga producer

[@DankPeezy]

When I was maybe 7 or 8 they actually aired the Saiyan Saga on Fox super early in the morning. Like 5:30 or 6 am. I started to watch it when Goku was running down snake way. They cancelled it airing a few episodes later. I wondered for years what that show was and wanted to watch it. I continued to dabble in Anime. I saw Ninja Scroll and Ghost in the Shell after that. Also Akira and Totoro. Then years later, my big brother starts describing a show that's playing on Toonami to me. Telling me about the Ginyu Force and the legend of the Super Saiyan. The next night I started watching. A couple of months ago I finished my playthrough of Kakarot on the Switch and watched all of Dragonball Super. Since a young child I have always been an Akira Toriyama fan and will be one until I die. Rest In Peace Toriyama-San. Forever grateful for the art you gave us.

[@massabeeste]

Been watching Dragon ball since 1986 (it was shown on French tv back then) I'm 42 now and still watch it from time to time. Toriyama-san will be missed.

[@Unknown_User174]

Rest in peace Mr. Toriyama.

[@gamegod7856]

Started watching Dragon Ball back in the day in 1988 & I was hooked right from the 1st episode... good times, thank you Akira Toriyama...

[@andrewharry6967]

i grew up with his anime.. DRAGON BALL

[@iceburgslim2000]

Akira Toriyama was a Great man. May he Rest in Heaven. 🪦❤️

[@NightFlyStudio]

The sweetest thing about Dragon Ball is hearing how so many people became friends by bonding over it or seeing someone else drawing Dragon Ball characters and striking up conversation. It's so pure. RIP Akira Toriyama.

[@ogre706]

Literally every single person we love, appreciate or admire will be gone someday. Akira Toriyama's passing should serve as a reminder of this obvious, but often forgotten, truth.

[@mattsm0]

Man what a legacy. I remember downloading all the AMV's I could find off kazaa and limewire. A lot of life lessons learned from this man on how to treat others and overcoming adversity. R.I.P. Mr. Toriyama. Thank you for being a part of our lives.🙌

[@viridionwaves]

RIP Akira toriyama, he will be missed that's for sure. A legend and maker of some of the best stories in our childhood

[@Maxz92]

Toriyama is one of the most influential artists of the modern era and Dragon Ball one of the most influential stories of that time as well. It's really sad to know he's not around to keep making those incredible stories anymore.

[@thegameslave2]

I always felt like the only one in multiple friend groups who never got into Toriyama's works, but I always loved watching my friends talk about it and debate. There was so much passion and love behind those conversations. Toriyama had such a huge impact on so many lives around me. Actually, he finally hooked me, and is gonna pull me in when the Sand Land game comes out this year. I'm super excited to play that. It's one of my most anticipated games this year, and even though I was never a fan of his stuff, the second I saw the trailer for that game, his style was instantly recognizable. So, it'll be a bittersweet experience when I eventually play Sand Land. Thank you, Toriyama for touching so many lives all over the world in such a profound way, and influencing tons of creators throughout multiple generations. You will be missed. Rest easy.

[@TheItalianoAssassino]

I just randomly bought Blue Dragon digitally in an Xbox sale. RIP