(Note: I use AI to help me translate my stories from Japanese to English.)
Dragon Ball is a Japanese manga and anime series created by Akira Toriyama. It’s extremely popular worldwide and has sold over 260 million copies, making it one of the most famous manga and anime series in the world.
The story follows the adventures and growth of Goku, the main character. Goku trains hard and becomes stronger and stronger, striving to become the most powerful person in the universe.
Akira Toriyama was inspired by Bruce Lee, the legendary martial artist, actor, and filmmaker. Because of this, Dragon Ball features many exciting action scenes. The series is also influenced by Journey to the West, a classic Chinese novel published in the 16th century.
Toriyama was talented at drawing from an early age and first worked as a designer.
When I was in elementary school, I read the Dragon Ball comics. They were so fun and exciting that I always looked forward to the next volume. Reading them felt like going on an adventure with Goku.
I was lucky enough to see Akira Toriyama in person when I was a child. There was a comic event in my town, and he came to visit. I still remember him stepping onto the stage as the Dragon Ball music played, although I saw him only from afar.
My favorite character is Goku. He is strong, pure, and kind. His main focus is becoming stronger. When he fights powerful opponents, he seems thrilled and excited. Even when he loses, he always grows stronger.
By the way, the name “Goku” (悟空) means “attaining enlightenment.”
The world’s only Dragon Ball theme park is currently being built in Saudi Arabia. I’d love to visit it someday and enjoy the attractions.
Dragon Ball is a legendary manga and anime series loved by people around the world.
If you’re looking for an exciting comic to read, I highly recommend it!