"Celebration as Author of 'Slam Dunk' Marks Japan's Basketball Comeback"

Last night, Japan's basketball team achieved a stunning comeback victory against Venezuela, securing their spot in the Paris Olympics. Following the game, Takehiko Inoue, the creator of the renowned manga series 'Slam Dunk,' took to Twitter to share his excitement.

Reflecting on the year 1992, a time when Japan's basketball team fell short of qualifying for the Barcelona Olympics, Takehiko Inoue wrote:

"In the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, Japan was unable to secure a spot in the next round. When compared to the Asian basketball powerhouse, Team China, Japan faced a significant disparity. Does this mean that Japan will never again have a chance to participate in the Olympics? Does it imply that Japan will no longer have an opportunity to defeat China and South Korea, and claim the title of Asian champions? Let's give it our all — Go for it!!"