Game Creator Yuji Horii and Manga Artist Go Nagai Receive Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette
In the Autumn 2025 Imperial Decorations, game creator Mr. Yuji Horii and manga artist Mr. Go Nagai were awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette. Their long-standing contributions to spearheading Japanese entertainment culture and creating a significant impact both domestically and internationally were highly commended through these decorations. Mr. Yuji Horii's award, known as the father of the "Dragon Quest" series, is seen as a groundbreaking event for the game industry. Many social media users offered their congratulations, praising "Dragon Quest" as "a game loved across generations," honoring its enduring value. Many were also moved by Mr. Horii's own words, "Life is a role-playing game," with comments such as "Thank you for creating a stage where everyone can joyfully come together." Previously, Koichi Sugiyama, who composed music for the "Dragon Quest" series, also received the Order of the Ri...