Dr. Slump (Vol. 1) - Akira Toriyama

Before Dragon Ball, There Was Dr. Slump

In Dr. Slump Vol. 1, legendary creator Akira Toriyama (of Dragon Ball fame) brings us the zany world of Penguin Village, where nothing is normal—and everything is hilarious. When madcap inventor Senbei Norimaki builds a little robot girl named Arale, he gets more chaos than he bargained for!

Super-strong, totally naive, and adorably weird, Arale brings nonstop trouble to her sleepy hometown—turning every day into a rollercoaster of robots, poop jokes, aliens, and complete nonsense.

Main Themes of the Volume

• Classic Slapstick Comedy
• Endless gags, wordplay, and absurd antics that never miss a beat.
• Inventive Sci-Fi Elements
• Wild gadgets, talking animals, and all the cartoon physics you can imagine.
• Endearing Characters
• From Arale’s clueless optimism to Senbei’s questionable genius.
• All-Ages Humor
• Silly, sweet, and perfect for kids and nostalgic adults alike.

Why you should choose this manga

• Created by the legendary Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball)
• Timeless comedy that influenced generations of manga and anime
• Features one of the most iconic female robot characters in manga
• A fun, lighthearted series great for all ages
• Essential reading for shonen manga fans and collectors

Dr. Slump Vol. 1 is pure manga joy—charming, chaotic, and endlessly funny. Whether you're new to Toriyama’s early work or revisiting a childhood favorite, Arale’s world is one you’ll never want to leave. Get ready to laugh!