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Kinnikuman: Debut in Weekly Shōnen Jump

Author Yudetamago
Volumes 38
Chapters 288
Published 1979–1987
Genres Wrestling, Comedy, Action

Kinnikuman debuted in Weekly Shōnen Jump issue #544 on May 28, 1979. Created by the duo Yudetamago, the series follows Suguru Kinniku, a bumbling superhero who becomes a wrestling champion. Known for its wild characters and parody humor, Kinnikuman was enormously popular in the 1980s and spawned numerous sequels.

Frequently Asked Questions

In which issue of Weekly Shōnen Jump did Kinnikuman debut?
Kinnikuman debuted in issue #544 of Weekly Shōnen Jump, published on May 28, 1979.
Who created Kinnikuman?
Kinnikuman was created by the author duo known as Yudetamago, consisting of Yoshinori Nakai and Takashi Shimada.
How many volumes does Kinnikuman have?
The original Kinnikuman series has 38 volumes with 288 chapters, published between 1979 and 1987.
Does Kinnikuman have sequels?
Yes, Kinnikuman has several sequels, the most popular being Kinnikuman Nisei (also known as Ultimate Muscle), following the adventures of the original protagonist's son.