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This groundbreaking manga became the cornerstone of Shonen Jump, with tough kid boss Mankichi Togawa using his fighting prowess and charisma to forge friendships while battling villains and the powerful figures controlling Japan's financial world. The series captivated the youth of its time and paved the way for a new generation of readers. It epitomizes the spirit of Shonen Jump and significantly influenced subsequent authors. In 1969, it became the first Shonen Jump work to be adapted into an animated series, and in 1971, it was made into a live-action film. (Weekly Shonen Jump Exhibition Vol.1 Catalog)