Akira Toriyama Based ‘Dragon Ball’ on This 400-Year-Old Story

Son Goku of Dragon Ball isn’t just Earth’s greatest protector; he’s also one of the most recognizable characters in all fiction.

For both Western and Eastern audiences, his unruly spiky hair, bright orange gi, and positive-yet-diligent personality make him one of the most beloved figures in media.

Goku has become a symbol in his own right, representing the power of determination and the strength of a purely good heart, but the source of inspiration that led to his creation is likewise an incomprehensibly entertaining and captivating being, known as Sun Wukong.

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