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Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro
| Japanese name | 島袋光年 |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Born | 1978 |
| Active in WSJ | 2008–2023 |
Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro is the creator of Toriko and PPPPPP. Toriko (2008–2016) was an action-adventure manga set in a world where hunting legendary ingredients is the ultimate pursuit — popular enough to receive anime crossovers with One Piece and Dragon Ball. He returned to WSJ with PPPPPP (2021–2023), a music manga following a piano prodigy navigating family pressure and rivalry.
Works in Weekly Shōnen Jump
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro?
Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro is the creator of Toriko and PPPPPP. Toriko (2008–2016) was an action-adventure manga set in a world where hunting legendary ingredients is the ultimate pursuit — popular enough to receive anime crossovers with One Piece and Dragon Ball. He returned to WSJ with PPPPPP (2021–2023), a music manga following a piano prodigy navigating family pressure and rivalry.
What manga series did Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro create for Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro created Toriko, PPPPPP for Weekly Shōnen Jump (2008–2023).
When did Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro first appear in Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro's first work in WSJ was Toriko, debuting on May 19, 2008.
Is Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro still active?
Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro was active in WSJ from 2008–2023.