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Akira Toriyama

Akira Toriyama is a renowned Japanese manga artist and character designer, best known for creating the popular media franchise "Dragon Ball." Born in 1955 in Nagoya, Japan, his unique drawing style has captivated readers across generations. His revolutionary work has played a significant role in providing global recognition to manga and anime, influencing several artists in the process. Toriyama's other creations include "Dr. Slump" and the video game series "Dragon Quest." Despite his fame, Toriyama is known for his humble demeanor and for maintaining a low public profile.