When fans speak of the biggest shonen series, one series that always comes to mind is Akira Toriyama’s masterpiece, Dragon Ball. While not the best-selling manga like One Piece, Dragon Ball has still managed to change the industry in many ways and continues to do so even after the tragic death of its creator, Akira Toriyama. Dragon Ball faced quite a lot of hurdles last year, but it's now being reported that it’s making a comeback in 2026, and better than ever.
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Dragon Ball GENKIDAIMATSURI is a highly anticipated event that will take place on January 26, 2026, and fans are already hyped. A new Dragon Ball game, as well as other new Dragon Ball projects, are about to be announced, and it’s going to be incredibly exciting for the series. Dragon Ball could rise again to its title of the greatest shonen series ever, rivaling the likes of One Piece.
Dragon Ball Is Making A Big Comeback In 2026
- Dragon Ball GENKIDAIMATSURI Will Take Place Soon
- A New Game And Other Projects Are In Store
While 2025 was a relatively quiet year for Dragon Ball, 2026 is already looking to be an incredibly exciting one for the father of shonen. Dragon Ball faced some issues after the unfortunate death of Akira Toriyama, such as the manga going on an indefinite hiatus, and various projects being paused, but now, some projects are ready to be announced for the series in 2026.
Recently, Dragon Ball GENKIDAIMATSURI was announced, and fans couldn’t be more excited. Dragon Ball GENKIDAIMATSURI will be a huge event for the series and will see the reveal of many massive projects.
Firstly, it’s widely reported that a new Dragon Ball game will be announced. Dragon Ball games rarely disappoint, and fans can’t wait to see what’s in store.
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Video games aside, two major projects will be announced. What these projects entail is a mystery, but it could be new animated content, such as a new Dragon Ball series, a new season of Daima, or even a Dragon Ball movie.
“The existence of Toriyama-sensei is greater to me than anything else. I had never seen anyone who could draw so well, and I was captivated at first sight. Of course, I was also influenced by many other artists I discovered after Toriyama-sensei, and they all helped shape who I am today—but when it comes to art, the influence of Toriyama-sensei is by far the greatest. The reason I submitted to Shonen Jump's newcomer award was purely because I wanted to go to 'the place where Akira Toriyama was.' Not once did I ever consider applying anywhere other than Jump. I didn’t make it in time for Dragon Ball, but after One Piece began (Issue 34, 1996), not long after that, Toriyama-sensei’s series Cowa! Also started (Issue 48, 1997). That made me incredibly happy. To be running a series in Jump alongside Toriyama-sensei was like a dream come true.” — Eiichiro Oda
All of this isn’t even the end of it, as major guests will be appearing during the event, specifically Masako Nozawa, Goku’s voice actress, and Akio Iyoku, a man involved in the Dragon Ball anime series, which leads many to believe that the announcements could be anime-related. Fans will also be able to watch Kageyama perform live.
When Can Fans Watch Dragon Ball GENKIDAIMATSURI?
DB GENKIDAIMATSURI Event Is Set For January 26, 2026
Dragon Ball GENKIDAIMATSURI is not too far away now. Naturally, fans are wondering when they can expect this major event. The date for Dragon Ball GENKIDAIMATSURI has already been revealed to the fans, and it is set for January 26, 2026. The time for this event will be between 9 AM–6:30 PM JST, and fans should definitely tune in to be among the first ones to find out all the major Dragon Ball news.
Dragon Ball Super, despite the current hiatus, still has 107 chapters out at the moment that fans can check out. The manga for Dragon Ball Super is available to read on Manga Plus. When the manga returns, it will also be available to read there.
- Release Date
- 1986 - 1989
- Network
- Fuji TV
- Directors
- Osamu Kasai, Daisuke Nishio, Kazuhisa Takenouchi, Minoru Okazaki, Mitsuo Hashimoto, Yoshihiro Ueda, Yutaka Satoh, Yûji Endô
Cast
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Masako NozawaSon Goku (voice) -
Mayumi TanakaKrillin (voice)
WHERE TO WATCH
Goku, a young, powerful boy with a tail, spends his days hunting and living off the land. His life changes when he meets Bulma, a teen genius on a quest to collect seven magical Dragon Balls that summon a dragon capable of granting any wish. Together, they set off on an adventure filled with powerful martial arts battles, formidable foes, and unlikely alliances.
- Writers
- Akira Toriyama, Keiji Terui, Toshiki Inoue, Takao Koyama, Michiru Shimada, Yasushi Hirano, Katsuyuki Sumisawa, Yuichiro Oguro, Miho Maruo, Shunichi Yukimuro
- Studio
- Toei Animation
- Streaming Service(s)
- Crunchyroll, Hulu
