Osamu Tezuka created the character Astro Boy (Tetsuwan Atom), marking the birth of one of the most iconic figures in manga and anime history.
Astro Boy manga was first serialized in the COM magazine, introducing readers to the adventures of the robot boy.
The first television anime adaptation of Astro Boy aired in Japan, pioneering the anime industry as one of the first TV animated series.
A remake of Astro Boy anime in digital animation form premiered, modernizing the character’s appearance and storytelling style.