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The Japanese comic book (manga) industry is worth billions of dollars. Top painters achieved a status of fame and wealth on par with movie and music stars.
But authors also have to work hard to achieve success in their very competitive field. Most spend years perfecting their craft before launching a series. Chapters come out weekly with strict deadlines that leave many artists exhausted.
According to Dualshockers, below are comic book authors with million-dollar assets in Japan:
Oda is the man behind One Piece, the best-selling manga of all time. With the resounding success of One Piece in many aspects of both media and commerce, Oda is one of the highly appreciated manga artists. However, his lifestyle of working hard to create stories often makes fans worried.
The artist born in 1975 began creating One Piece when he was only 22 years old. 26 years have passed, he is still writing and drawing new chapters, expected to end in 2025. The series is the adventure of a guy who cannot swim, Monkey D. Luffy, who aspires to become the Pirate King. out the legendary One Piece treasure.
Characters with distinct personalities and changes over time make One Piece not only a story of adventure but also a story of growth and the bonds formed along the way.
Takahashi is one of the most influential manga artists in the world with incredible versatility and enduring creativity. Her first work, Urusei Yatsura, was serialized in 1978 and immediately became famous. The series combines science fiction, comedy and romance, telling the adventures of a high school boy and a beautiful alien princess. After the success of Urusei Yatsura, Takahashi created several more series.
Takahashi’s works have been adapted into animation, feature films, and many other forms. The large amount of work and influence not only helped the 67-year-old female artist have a place in the annals of manga history but also brought in huge wealth.
Akira Toriyama is best known for his Dragon Ball series, which had a profound impact on popular culture, influencing countless artists and works. Adaptations of the series air in more than 80 countries, and the franchise includes movies, video games, merchandise, and more.
The work of the artist born in 1955 is recognized as the gateway that brought many fans outside Japan into anime and manga culture.
Tite Kubo is the creative mind behind the internationally famous manga Bleach. Kubo was first known thanks to the 4-volume series Black Hand, which laid the foundation for the future success of the artist born in 1977 with action scenes and supernatural elements. Kubo is known for his art style characterized by bold lines, dynamic compositions, and character designs that reflect his love of clothing and architecture.
In addition to Bleach’s record sales, Kubo’s later works and his involvement in character design for other art forms also contributed to his financial success.
Before “winning the jackpot” with Detective Conan, Aoyama was already a respected name in the manga world. He achieved his first success with the Magic Kaito series when he was still a student. The story was published serially in magazines and attracted a large number of followers.
However, Detective Conan is still an important milestone that helped Aoyama have long-term success, leading to a series of animated films, video games…
With more than 250 million copies sold, this is a bestseller for decades, with a fan base spanning many generations, becoming one of the longest-running manga series in history. Aoyama’s influence also extends to the 1963-born artist’s hometown, Hokuei – the town of Conan, where there are statues, museums and other attractions for detective Conan fans.
In addition to the above five authors, a number of other Japanese manga artists also own million-dollar assets such as: Yoshihiro Togashi (author of Hunter x Hunter, assets: 30-35 million USD), Masashi Kishimoto (Naruto, 20-30 million USD), Naoko Takeuchi (Sailor Moon, 10 million USD), Gege Akutami (War Spell, 8-10 million USD).
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