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bird land press 15 page 5 akira toriyama chronology watermarked by derek padula Akira Toriyama Explains Dragon Ball’s Origin

Read Akira Toriyama’s long-lost explanation of where Dragon Ball came from, with my commentary.

bulma first appearance in urusei yatsura Bulma’s First Anime Wasn’t Dragon Ball?!

Did you know that Bulma’s first anime appearance wasn’t in Dragon Ball?!

red ribbon army dragon ball super super hero What Inspired the Red Ribbon Army?

Where did Akira Toriyama get the idea for the Red Ribbon Army? In this article we’ll explore their cultural origin.

Bulma’s #19 Motorcycle From Dragon Ball Gets A Real-Life Replica

Did you know that Bulma’s number 19 motorcycle was based on a real bike? This bike has been recreated and now you can buy it!

Sean Schemmel on Voice Acting Goku and the Character’s Development

Sean Schemmel was present at Awesome Con 2022, and took to the stage for a fan Q&A session.

akira toriyama comments on dragon ball super super hero movie translated Akira Toriyama Praises Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Movie – Translated Comments!

Read Dragon Ball author and screenplay writer Akira Toriyama’s praise for the latest animated Dragon Ball movie, fully translated!

dragon ball super super hero son gohan headbutts gamma no 1 and no 2 Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero Hits No. 1 in Japanese Theaters

The Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movie has earned the top box-office position in its opening weekend in Japanese theaters. Dragon Ball author and screenplay writer Akira Toriyama comments on its success.

blueno tracksuit inspired by son gohan dragon ball super Did Dragon Ball Inspire New One Piece Character Design?

One Piece Film Red is getting closer to its release date of August 6 in Japan, and its latest trailer seems to contain a tribute to Dragon Ball and Akira Toriyama.

why is dragon ball so beautiful Why is Dragon Ball so Beautiful? A Work of Love at First Sight!

Why is Dragon Ball so beautiful? There are a lot of reasons. Read and find out!


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The Dao of Dragon Ball website and book series reveals the culture, history, and fandom of the world's most-recognized Japanese cartoon and comic. It is written by Dragon Ball Scholar Derek Padula.

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