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Akira Toriyama's drawing of Formula 1 racer #AyrtonSenna, from 1990! Just discovered! Take your knowledge of Toriyama's F1 Battleman manga to the next level with my guide: https://t.co/zzIa9Bz6t7 I make it easy to understand and enjoy. #AkiraToriyama #Formula1 #F1 #racing #manga
Zenī (ゼニー, symbol: Ƶ) is the currency used by the government in the Dragon World’s earth. Zenī is based on the real-life ancient Japanese term of zeni (銭, “spending cash”) that was inherited from China where it was called qián (錢, “money”). #DragonBallCultureDaily
Dragon Ball features real-life sports cars because Akira Toriyama is an auto enthusiast. From the top left to bottom right: 1965 Triumph TR4A, 1984 Reliant Scimitar SS1, 1984 Toyota MR2, and 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet. Which one do you wish for? #DragonBallCultureDaily
To learn more about Krillin's forehead marks and the real-life culture that inspired his character, read Dragon Ball Culture Volume 3: https://t.co/N0Ga8oAqxJ #Buddhism #Shaolin #kungfu #cinema
The marks on Krillin’s forehead are called jièbā (戒疤, “ordination scars”). They're inspired by the heads of Chinese Shàolín monks. Each dot represents a vow to venerate the Buddha (enlightened being), Dharma (Buddha Law), and Sangha (Buddhist community). #DragonBallCultureDaily
The Red Ribbon Army Arc of Dragon Ball represents Western culture and environments. It contrasts against the Eastern environments that Goku explored in prior arcs. The naïve Goku serves as the medium between Eastern simplicity and Western complexity. #DragonBallCultureDaily
Bulma is a fashionista. For the 23rd Tenkaichi Budōkai she wears a 1970s look. Hair in a straight bob with a parted bang, spherical earrings, a ‘70s sleeveless mini-dress with a risqué cut, thin leather belt, mini purse, golden bangle, and ‘Wellie’ boots. #DragonBallCultureDaily
Enjoying my Dragon Ball Culture Daily posts? Here are my plans for the rest of 2020! https://t.co/uFKImclbNp As you learned in today's post, it's time to get #WakuWaku!! #DragonBallCultureDaily
One of Goku’s catchphrases is ‘Waku-waku suru-zo!!’ (わくわくするぞっ!!, “I’m gettin’ excited!!”). The sound of ‘waku-waku’ is an onomatopoeia for “excitement,” “thrill,” or “nervousness.” Goku says #wakuwaku when he’s in a fight that pushes his limits. #DragonBallCultureDaily