Akira

Akira (アキラ) is a Japanese cyberpunk post-apocalyptic manga series written and illustrated by Katsuhiro Otomo, serialized from 1982 to 1990. Set in the futuristic metropolis of Neo-Tokyo, it follows Shotaro Kaneda, a teenage biker gang leader, and his friend Tetsuo Shima. Tetsuo gains telekinetic powers after an accident, which quickly spiral out of control, threatening the city. The manga explores themes of political turmoil, social isolation, corruption, and power, and is known for its detailed art and complex plot. It was adapted into a landmark 1988 anime film of the same name, widely considered a masterpiece of animation and science fiction. Akira has achieved both commercial success and international acclaim, becoming a seminal work in the cyberpunk genre, influencing countless works in animation, comics, and film.