Overview of Losses in the Manga and Anime Community
- Macoto Takahashi, a legendary figure in shojo manga, passed away in 2024, leaving an enduring legacy.
- The beloved mangaka Akira Toriyama, famed for creating Dragon Ball, also tragically died in 2024.
- Kentarou Miura, the renowned mind behind Berserk, passed away in 2021, profoundly shaping the manga landscape.
The anime and manga industry faced a year of mixed emotions in 2024, with significant announcements exciting fans after long anticipation of new titles. However, the year was also marked by the loss of cherished icons, most notably Akira Toriyama, who revolutionized the genre with his influential works. The passing of Macoto Takahashi on November 17, 2024, at the age of 90 due to complications from esophagogastric junction cancer, marked another heartbreaking moment for the community.
Honoring Macoto Takahashi’s Legacy
The announcement of Takahashi’s passing was shared via Eien no Kirameki’s account on X (formerly Twitter). The funeral took place on November 25, 2024, attended by family members only.
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Takahashi’s early work, Kanashimi no Hamabe, debuted in 1957 and quickly became a cornerstone of the shojo genre. Other notable contributions, such as Arashi o Koete and Petit La, further solidified his status as a transformative artist in the field.
A Year of Loss: Farewell to Manga Legends
- Akira Toriyama, the creative genius behind Dragon Ball, left an indelible mark on the manga world.
- Kentarou Miura’s Berserk remains one of the greatest examples of seinen manga ever produced.
The untimely death of Akira Toriyama in 2024 sent shockwaves through the manga community. Regarded as a foundational figure in modern manga, Dragon Ball changed the landscape of the genre after its initial serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump from 1984 until 1995. The series captured readers’ imaginations and became a monumental success.
This year also brought a bittersweet moment with Kazuki Yao announcing his departure from voice acting for Franky in One Piece due to health issues after more than twenty years in the role. His fans were naturally concerned, but he assured them through social media of his well-being. A new voice actor for Franky is slated to be revealed at the upcoming Jump Festa 2025.
The death of Kentarou Miura in 2021 continues to resonate throughout the industry. His groundbreaking work on Berserk not only altered the course of seinen manga but also heavily influenced the souls-like genre within gaming, inspiring a multitude of developers and artists.
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