Key Takeaways:
- Toyotaro believes continuing Dragon Ball Super without Toriyama is “not impossible.”
- No official return date has been announced, but V-JUMP’s ongoing support suggests the series isn’t canceled.
- A more definitive update may come during Toyotaro’s panel at Paris Japan Expo on July 6.
During the Paris Japan Expo 2025, renowned Dragon Ball Super illustrator Toyotaro finally addressed the lingering question fans have had for over a year: will the manga return? His comments have sparked cautious optimism among the Dragon Ball community, even if no official continuation has been announced yet.
Post-Toriyama Era: “Not Easy, But Not Impossible”
According to French source DBTimes and translated by Venixys, Toyotaro noted that continuing Dragon Ball Super is “not easy, but not impossible.” He explained that although Akira Toriyama previously guided the storyline, many chapters were drafted by Toyotaro himself and then reviewed by Toriyama. Occasionally, Toriyama would provide story directions that Toyotaro would refine and expand.
This collaborative dynamic suggests that Toyotaro may have the confidence—and creative foundation—to move forward solo. However, the emotional and creative weight of continuing without Toriyama clearly remains a significant consideration.
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Dragon Ball Super’s Serialization Still in Limbo
Dragon Ball Super has been on hiatus since March 2024, following a special chapter released in February 2025 that served as a bonus to the Super Hero Saga. While many assumed this would mark a return to regular serialization, the manga instead went quiet again, leading to speculation about its future.
Despite the uncertainty, V-JUMP magazine continues to promote Dragon Ball Super as a flagship title. This signals that there may still be long-term plans for the series, possibly hinging on Toyotaro’s readiness to move forward with new arcs, such as the highly anticipated Black Frieza storyline.
All Eyes on the July 6 Panel
Importantly, Toyotaro’s statement did not come from the official panel, which is scheduled for July 6. Whether the artist will reveal more concrete plans—or even a teaser for upcoming chapters—remains to be seen. The fact that he’s speaking positively about the series’ future is reason enough for fans to stay tuned
