In the world of Japanese comics, there was a legendary creator named Akira Toriyama. He sadly passed away at 68. But his impact is huge. Toriyama was born in 1955 in Japan and became famous worldwide for his manga series called Dragon Ball.
Now, Dragon Ball isn’t just any manga series. It’s like the gold standard of adventure stories. It follows the journey of a super strong and quirky fighter named Son Goku. People from all over the world fell in love with Goku’s adventures and the colorful characters he meets along the way.
One of the coolest things about Dragon Ball is its anime adaptation – basically, it became a super popular animated TV show. And the voice behind Goku? That’s Masako Nozawa. She’s been voicing Goku since the beginning, giving him his distinct voice and personality.
Even though Toriyama is no longer with us, his work lives on. Nozawa, who’s now 87, has promised to keep voicing Goku and the gang as long as she can. It’s her way of honoring Toriyama’s legacy and keeping the spirit of Dragon Ball alive for fans old and new.
Toriyama’s legacy is like a bright light that’ll never fade. He created something truly special that continues to inspire people all around the world. And as we say goodbye to him, we’re reminded that his stories will live on forever, teaching us about friendship, courage, and the power of never giving up.
ANO PIII 
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