A method of manufacturing toner including the steps of preparing a
preliminary mixture by mixing a colorant and a release agent; preparing a
raw material mixture by mixing the preliminary mixture with a binder
resin and other raw materials; melt-kneading the raw material mixture
using an open system roll type kneader; pulverizing the melt-kneaded raw
material mixture into fine particles; and classifying the fine particles
to prepare a toner.