TOKYO -- Japanese manga artist Akira Toriyama, known for works such as "Dragon Ball" and "Dr. Slump," died on March 1 from an acute subdural hematoma, publisher Shueisha announced on Friday. He was 68.
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Akira Toriyama, creator of 'Dragon Ball,' dies at 68
Renowned Japanese comic artist died of acute subdural hematoma
Akira Toriyama in 1982 and Son Goku, a hero from the "Dragon Ball" series. Originally published as a comic, "Dragon Ball" became a hit animation globally. (Source photos by Jiji and Bird Studio/Shueisha/Kyodo)
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