Kamen Rider Officially Announces Original Anime Project and Three New Labels
In celebration of its 55th anniversary, the legendary Kamen Rider franchise officially announced a major new step: entering the world of animation. This announcement was made through a commemorative event held in Tokyo, marking an ambitious global expansion for the franchise that first aired on April 3, 1971.
The commemorative event not only celebrated Kamen Rider's over half a century achievement but also introduced three new labels that will serve as the pillars of the franchise's future. The three labels are:
THE KAMENRIDER CHRONICLE – A label that will focus on the stories of classic Kamen Riders. Designed to bridge loyal fans and new viewers, this label allows each work to be enjoyed independently without requiring in-depth knowledge of previous TV series.
THE KAMENRIDER PREMIUM – A label that will produce high-quality Kamen Rider special films. A new theatrical film project is currently in development and is slated for release in the fiscal year 2028.
THE KAMENRIDER ANIMATED – The most anticipated label, as it will handle the production of anime under the Kamen Rider banner. This project leverages unique expression techniques characteristic of animation and is positioned as a key strategy to expand the global fan base.
Interestingly, while this anime label will also feature original Kamen Riders as well as Riders from previous series, its debut project will be entirely original anime work. So far, the production has only revealed an initial visual concept board targeting a visual style inspired by Japanese manga aesthetics.
With this bold step, Kamen Rider not only celebrates its 55-year legacy but also opens a new chapter in its efforts to reach a global audience through the medium of animation.
