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Takehiko Inoue
| Japanese name | 井上雄彦 |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Born | 1967 |
| Active in WSJ | 1990–1996 |
Takehiko Inoue is the creator of Slam Dunk, the most influential sports manga ever published in WSJ. The series sparked a basketball boom across Asia in the 1990s and continues to attract new generations of fans, as proven by the record-breaking 2022 film The First Slam Dunk. Inoue is also celebrated for Vagabond and Real.
Works in Weekly Shōnen Jump
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Takehiko Inoue?
Takehiko Inoue is the creator of Slam Dunk, the most influential sports manga ever published in WSJ. The series sparked a basketball boom across Asia in the 1990s and continues to attract new generations of fans, as proven by the record-breaking 2022 film The First Slam Dunk. Inoue is also celebrated for Vagabond and Real.
What manga did Takehiko Inoue create for Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Takehiko Inoue created Slam Dunk for Weekly Shōnen Jump (1990–1996).
When did Takehiko Inoue first appear in Weekly Shōnen Jump?
Takehiko Inoue's first work in WSJ was Slam Dunk, debuting on September 18, 1990.
Is Takehiko Inoue still active?
Takehiko Inoue was active in WSJ from 1990–1996. Currently publishing Real in Weekly Young Jump.