Hideaki Sorachi

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Sorachi's greatest achievement is creating Gintama, a series that has sold over 73 million copies and spawned a multimedia empire. The manga's unique blend of comedy and drama has earned it a place as one of the most beloved series in Shōnen Jump history. Sorachi's influence extends beyond sales; his work has been studied in academic papers for its narrative innovation and social commentary. While he has not received major mainstream awards, the enduring popularity of Gintama is a testament to his impact on manga and anime culture.

AwardsSorachi won the Tenkaichi Honourable Mention Manga Award in 2002 for his one-shot 'Dandelion'. This early recognition helped launch his career, though he has not received major industry awards since. His work on Gintama has been nominated for several awards but did not win.

Honours & Distinctions

Tenkaichi Honourable Mention Manga Award

Shueisha·2002

Awarded for his one-shot manga 'Dandelion'.

Records & Feats

Longest-running gag manga in Weekly Shōnen Jump

Career Milestone·2019

Gintama ran for 15 years from 2003 to 2019, one of the longest-running comedy series in the magazine's history.

Over 73 million copies of Gintama sold worldwide

Sales Record·2024

The series achieved massive commercial success, with sales exceeding 73 million copies globally.