Akira

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Neo-Tokyo Reimagined: Dive into the Ultimate Akira Fandom Experience

Neo-Tokyo's pulse races in a dystopian wonderland where psychic chaos reigns. Kaneda's bond with Tetsuo shatters amidst government conspiracies, biker gang rivalries, and the ticking time bomb of raw, uncontrollable psionic power. The city pulses, rebels, and collapses.

Akira Trivia

Who is the creator of the manga series "Akira"? (Advanced)

#1: Masashi Kishimoto

#2: Katsuhiro Otomo

#3: Eiichiro Oda

#4: Naoki Urasawa

In the manga and film "Akira," what is the name of the secret government project? (Medium)

#1: Project Tetsuo

#2: Project Akira

#3: Project Neo-Tokyo

#4: Project Kaneda

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Akira Images

A character in a red jumpsuit stands on a cracked street, facing a futuristic red motorcycle. The iconic title AKIRA is displayed prominently at the bottom.

Akira Fun Facts

Akira was one of the first anime films to introduce Japanese animation to a global audience, significantly influencing the cyberpunk genre worldwide.

The famous motorcycle slide scene in Akira has been widely referenced in various media, becoming an iconic moment in animation history.

Akira Polls

Who's your favorite character in Akira?

Kaneda

Tetsuo

Kei

Colonel Shikishima

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What's your favorite scene in Akira?

The Opening Bike Chase

Tetsuo's Transformation

The Tokyo Explosion

The Final Confrontation

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Popular Characters

Kaneda

Tetsuo

Kei

Colonel Shikishima

Doctor Onishi

Ryu

Nezu

Kaori

Kiyoko

Takashi

Masaru

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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December 20, 1982

Start of Akira Manga Publication

The manga of Akira begins serialization in Weekly Young Magazine, marking the start of the story that inspired the film.

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July 16, 1988

Release of Akira Film

The animated film adaptation of the Akira manga is released in Japan, becoming a landmark in animation and cyberpunk cinema.

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October 27, 1989

Akira Film Released in the United States

The Akira animated film is released in the United States, increasing its international cult following and impact.

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