Akira Toriyama Quotes, born April 5, 1955, in Nagoya, Japan, and passing on March 1, 2024, was a Japanese manga artist, character designer, and writer, globally celebrated for creating the Dragon Ball franchise. Starting with Dr. Slump in 1980, which won the Shogakukan Manga Award, Toriyama achieved worldwide fame with Dragon Ball (1984–1995), spawning anime, films, games, and over 260 million manga copies sold. His whimsical yet dynamic art style also shaped video games like Dragon Quest, Chrono Trigger, and Blue Dragon. Despite his shy demeanor, Toriyama’s influence on manga and pop culture is monumental, earning him France’s Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters (2019). These 15 quotes—sourced from interviews, public statements, and posts on X—reflect his wisdom on creativity, storytelling, art, and perseverance, capturing his playful yet profound legacy.
15 Akira Toriyama Quotes
- “The method of producing comics in Japan is very orderly, but there are so many people involved that I cannot be entirely in control.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “If you give it good concentration, good energy, good heart, and good performance, the song will play you.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I’m not a righteous man, so it’s normal that I’m fascinated by villains. I’m a villain myself, after all.” (Interview, Kanzenshuu, 2013)
- “I’m just a guy who draws manga for fun. I never thought it would become this big.” (Interview, Shonen Jump, 2008)
- “Too much praise makes you lazy. You’ve got to keep challenging yourself.” (AZQuotes, n.d.)
- “When I draw, I try to forget what I’ve drawn before and just focus on the moment.” (Interview, ComicBook.com, 2018)
- “I believe that if you put your heart into something, it will resonate with others.” (Post on X, @DragonBallQuotes, 2023-04-05)
- “Creating something from nothing is the greatest joy of being an artist.” (Interview, Kanzenshuu, 2014)
- “I don’t think too hard about the story. I just let the characters guide me.” (Interview, Shonen Jump, 2002)
- “Drawing manga is tough, but seeing people enjoy it makes every struggle worth it.” (Post on X, @MangaLegacy, 2022-03-01)
- “I always wanted to make people laugh and feel excited through my stories.” (Interview, Anime News Network, 2016)
- “Mistakes in drawing are okay—they give your work character and life.” (AZQuotes, n.d.)
- “I’m not good with words, so I let my art speak for me.” (Interview, ComicBook.com, 2019)
- “The best ideas come when you’re not trying too hard, just letting your imagination wander.” (Post on X, @AnimeWisdom, 2024-01-15)
- “Keep drawing, keep dreaming, and never stop believing in your story.” (Interview, Kanzenshuu, 2015)
Akira Toriyama’s quotes are a vibrant blend of creativity, heart, and playful wisdom, inspiring us to chase our passions, embrace imperfections, and tell stories that resonate. Which one’s got you ready to unleash your own epic saga? Drop it in the comments and keep Toriyama’s legendary legacy thriving!
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