The anime community mourns the loss of legendary creator Akira Toriyama, renowned for his monumental contributions to the world of anime with iconic works like Dragon Ball, Dr. Slump, and Sand Land.
In the wake of Toriyama’s passing at the age of 68, tributes have been pouring in from fans and fellow creators, underscoring the profound impact of his legacy.
Toonami, the Adult Swim block, has announced a heartfelt tribute to Akira Toriyama by organizing a special marathon of Dragon Ball Z Kai.
This marathon is set to honor the prolific creator’s remarkable career and the indelible mark he left on the anime industry. Toonami shared their condolences for Toriyama over the weekend, expressing their deep respect for the legendary creator.
The official announcement on Toonami’s Facebook page reads,
“As a tribute to anime legend Akira Toriyama (1955-2024), we’re celebrating his legacy Saturday night with a DBZ Kai marathon from 2a to 6a. May he rest in Super Saiyan power.”
The Dragon Ball Z Kai marathon is scheduled to air on Saturday, March 16th, starting at 2:00 AM EST. The marathon will feature eight consecutive episodes, providing fans with four hours of back-to-back Dragon Ball Z Kai episodes in honor of Toriyama’s memory.
The broadcast schedule for the upcoming Dragon Ball Z Kai marathon on Toonami with Adult Swim is as follows (in EST):
– 12:00 AM – Ninja Kamui (English Dub)
– 12:30 AM – Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Entertainment District Arc
– 1:00 AM – Lycoris Recoil
– 1:30 AM – Ninja Kamui (English Sub)
– 2:00 AM – Dragon Ball Z Kai
– 2:30 AM – Dragon Ball Z Kai
– 3:00 AM – Dragon Ball Z Kai
– 3:30 AM – Dragon Ball Z Kai
– 4:00 AM – Dragon Ball Z Kai
– 4:30 AM – Dragon Ball Z Kai
– 5:00 AM – Dragon Ball Z Kai
– 5:30 AM – Dragon Ball Z Kai
This special marathon is a poignant way for Toonami to pay homage to Akira Toriyama’s enduring legacy and the cultural phenomenon that is Dragon Ball Z Kai. Fans are invited to join in this commemorative event as Toonami celebrates the life and contributions of a true anime legend.