The artist died of acute subdural hematoma, a form of brain bleeding, the statement said.
ByAkira Toriyama, the Japanese manga artist who created the enormously popular and influential Dragon Ball series, died of a brain condition last week
The Dragon Ball universe remains one of Japan's most successful global hits, captivating the hearts of many manga-loving teens and adults from around the world since its debut in the 1980s. "He would have many more things to achieve. However, he has left many manga titles and works of art to this world," it added, thanking fans for their support on Toriyama's behalf.Born on April 5, 1955 in Kiyosu City, Aichi prefecture, Toriyama began drawing manga at the age of 23.
The franchise is based on classic Chinese novel Journey to the West and has since been adapted into into anime and the 2009 Hollywood action movie "Dragon Ball Evolution."
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