Action Kamen

The righteous hero admired by Shin-nosuke

A fictional tokusatsu hero appearing in Crayon Shin-chan. A superhuman proficient in martial arts with a variety of finishing moves, such as the Action Beam fired from his hands. Active as a real hero existing in another dimension, he is the object of Shin-nosuke's admiration.

Quotes

  • Wahahaahaha!
  • Action Beam, launch!
  • I won't forgive evil!
  • Action Kamen, arriving!
  • I fight for peace!

Trivia

  • Shin-nosuke's admired hero, and sometimes an entire episode is dedicated to it as a show within a show.
  • Laughs loudly upon victory, which is Shin-nosuke's favorite pose.
  • Depicted as a serious hero in the spin-off manga.
  • Action Kamen Pants appear in the story as Shin-nosuke's lucky underwear.
  • The finishing move is the Action Beam fired from gauntlets, with many other techniques existing.
  • Energy devices vary by work, but include fanservice elements like transformation bras.

Alternate names

Action Kamen Kyō Gōtarō Action Kamen Musume Action Bishoujo Kamen

Tags

Crayon Shin-chan Hero Tokusatsu Show Within a Show Action Beam Parallel World Tetsuo Kanda Futabasha Hero Show Spin-off

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Profile

Species
Humanoid Superhuman
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
A masked hero in full-body tights wearing a mask and cape. Features a large 'A' on the chest and equipped with gauntlets. While minor design details have changed with the evolution of the works, the basic costume is colorful, primarily red and blue.
Distinguishing features
  • Large 'A' letter on the chest
  • Face hidden by mask
  • Wears a cape (initial setting)
Iconic items
  • Action Beam
  • Cape
  • Electric Guard Belt
  • Diamond Beam Bracelet
  • Transformation Set
  • Action Kamen Pants

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Sense of Justice
Detailed personality
Strict on public morals, possesses a strong sense of justice and responsibility, does not tolerate evil, and devotes full effort to protecting people. Has a noble and proud personality befitting a hero, but as a TV show character, also has comical aspects.
Keywords
  • Sense of Justice
  • Unyielding Mental Strength
  • Brave
  • Reliable
  • Stoic
  • Superhuman
Motto
Overcome hatred and protect peace
Talents
  • Martial Arts Master
  • Superhuman Power
  • Advanced Physical Abilities
Skills
  • Use of Various Finishing Moves
  • Balancing Persuasion and Combat
  • Transformation Ability
  • High Tactical Acumen
Motivation
Protecting the peace of Earth and other dimensions
Habits
Lets out a triumphant laugh 'Wahahaahaha!' upon victory

History

Backstory
Fights as a real hero in another dimension. While appearing in Shin-nosuke's world, the true Action Kamen, Kyō Gōtarō, battles evil in a parallel world. Battles enemy organizations such as the Black Mekemeke Group and is active in numerous theatrical films and spin-off manga.
Debut date
April 13, 1992
Work title
Crayon Shin-chan
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1 "Going on an Errand"

First Appearance

Significant event
First Appearance
Description
Appears as a hero show in the TV anime debut episode 'Going on an Errand.' Becomes the object of Shin-nosuke's admiration.

First Theatrical Appearance

Significant event
First Theatrical Appearance
Description
In 'Crayon Shin-chan: Action Kamen VS Leotard Devil,' established as a real existing hero.

Spin-off Serialization Start

Significant event
Spin-off Serialization Start
Description
Spin-off manga serialization in a serious style began in 'Monthly Action' published in 2013.

Multiple Power-ups

Significant event
Multiple Power-ups
Description
Deployed power-up forms such as 'Action Kamen Z' and 'Action Kamen Fever (777)' in the story, but has since returned to origins with the standard form as the main one.

Encounter with Hero Show

Significant event
Encounter with Hero Show
Description
Shin-nosuke's first encounter with Action Kamen was at a hero show.

Relationships

Sakura Mimiko

Spouse

Heroine and partner. Overcomes many crises together.

Sakura Ririko

Spouse

Mimiko's twin sister who appears only in theatrical versions. Partner and assistant.

Dr. Kitakasukabe

Guardian

The doctor who developed and supports Action Kamen.

Yashio Misato

Teammate

Serves as Action Kamen Musume as successor.

Fukiage Assistant

Assistant

Supports development of new suits and more.

Black Mekemeke Group

Black Mekemeke Group: rival

ABK (Action Kamen Backup Research Institute)

ABK (Action Kamen Backup Research Institute): supported-hero

Media appearances

Crayon Shin-chan

Anime / Supporting

Appears periodically from the 1992 TV series

Crayon Shin-chan: Action Kamen VS Leotard Devil

Movie / Protagonist

1993 Theatrical Release

Crayon Shin-chan: Action Kamen VS Action Kamen

Movie / Protagonist

Theatrical Release

Action Kamen (Spin-off)

Manga / Protagonist

Serialized in Futabasha's Monthly Action from 2013 to 2015

Voice cast and creators

Tetsuo Kanda

Voice actor
Tetsuo Kanda
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version, Theatrical Versions

Etsuko Kosakura

Voice actor
Etsuko Kosakura
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Voice of Sakura Mimiko

Yoshito Usui

Creator name
Yoshito Usui
Role
Original author

Datto Nishiwaki

Creator name
Datto Nishiwaki
Role
Illustrator

Futabasha

Creator name
Futabasha
Role
Publisher

Shin-Ei Animation

Creator name
Shin-Ei Animation
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Action Kamen Pants

Item name
Action Kamen Pants
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited

Action Kamen Cards

Item name
Action Kamen Cards
Category
Accessory
Availability
Regular

Action Kamen Transformation Set

Item name
Action Kamen Transformation Set
Category
Apparel
Availability
Limited

Action Kamen Secret Encyclopedia

Item name
Action Kamen Secret Encyclopedia
Category
Stationery
Availability
Regular

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