Renowned Japanese manga artist and character designer Akira Toriyama made a lasting impression on the manga and anime communities. Toriyama is mainly renowned for having created the "Dragon Ball" series, although his influence goes well beyond that. His beautiful artwork, inventive stories, and endearing characters have delighted audiences all over the world and inspired other artists. Not only does Toriyama have a lasting legacy in the industry, but he has left a lasting impression on popular culture as well. We commemorate the enduring legacy of one of manga's greatest pioneers as we consider his incredible career.