Bakuman。 Timeline ( Real )

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July 23, 2008

Bakuman Manga Serialization Begins

The manga series Bakuman, created by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata, begins serialization in Weekly Shōnen Jump.

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April 23, 2012

Bakuman Manga Serialization Ends

The manga series Bakuman concludes its serialization in Weekly Shōnen Jump after a successful run.

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October 2, 2010

Bakuman Anime Adaptation Premiere

The anime adaptation of Bakuman premieres, bringing the manga story to animated format for fans.

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March 30, 2013

Bakuman Anime Series Conclusion

The Bakuman anime series finishes its run, concluding the animated adaptation of the manga.

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October 3, 2015

Bakuman Live-Action Film Release

The live-action film adaptation of Bakuman is released, offering a new interpretation of the franchise.

Bakuman。 Timeline ( Fictional )

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Year 2006 (Middle School)

Moritaka Mashiro Meets Akito Takagi

Moritaka Mashiro and Akito Takagi meet in middle school and discover their shared dream of becoming manga creators.

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Year 2007 (High School)

Decision to Become Manga Creators

Moritaka and Akito decide to team up as artist and writer to create manga and get published in Weekly Shonen Jump.

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Year 2008

First Submission to Weekly Shonen Jump

The duo submits their first manga manuscript to Weekly Shonen Jump but gets rejected, marking their initial step into the manga industry.

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Year 2009

Serialization of 'Detective Trap' Begins

Their manga 'Detective Trap' starts serialization, marking their official debut as manga creators.

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Year 2009

Introduction of Rival Eiji Niizuma

They meet Eiji Niizuma, a prodigy manga creator who becomes their main rival in the Shonen Jump world.

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Year 2010

Serialization of 'Perfect Crime Party'

Akito and Moritaka work on 'Perfect Crime Party', which becomes highly popular and increases their fame.

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Year 2010

Moritaka and Akito Graduate High School

The two protagonists graduate from high school and enter the professional manga industry full-time.

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Year 2013

Moritaka Marries Miho Azuki

Moritaka Mashiro marries his childhood crush and voice actress Miho Azuki after their long-term promise to marry after debut.

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Year 2012

Serialization of 'Reversi' Begins

The duo begins serialization of 'Reversi', a suspense thriller manga that gains critical acclaim.

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Year 2013

Final Victory in Shonen Jump Magazine Battle

Moritaka and Akito's series outperforms rival works including Eiji Niizuma’s, solidifying their status as top creators.