Kida

Jungle Female Lion

One of the main female lions appearing in the Jungle Emperor story, supporting Leo and playing a role in protecting the jungle's peace together. She has a kind yet strong-willed personality, with a depicted caring side for her comrades.

Quotes

  • Making the jungle livable is the mission of all of us.
  • Even if defeated, stand up and continue protecting comrades; that is the responsibility of the jungle's king.
  • Friendship holds power beyond words.

Trivia

  • Kida is a representative female lion among those in Jungle Emperor, but rarely given a clear individual name in the original work.
  • Depictions and personality in theatrical films and anime vary slightly by work, but consistently portrayed as an elegant and strong female lion.
  • Kida's character design was heavily involved by Osamu Tezuka himself.
  • The Seibu Lions mascot Leo is essentially based on the father Panja's appearance, but Kida is also recognized by fans as a related character.
  • Jungle Emperor is an important work supporting the early days of Japanese animation, with Kida contributing to its popularity.

Alternate names

Kida Female Lion Leo's Companion

Tags

Jungle Emperor Osamu Tezuka Anime Character Lion Animal Character White Lion Female Lion King of the Forest Friendship Environmental Issues

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Profile

Species
Lion
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
Typical female lion appearance. Fur is depicted in yellow tones in the original work, but there are slight variations depending on the production. Expressive face conveying kindness and strength.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Elegant fur of a female lion
  • Friendly expression
  • Inner strength to endure battles and hardships

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Kida has a kind and strong-willed personality, deeply affectionate, prioritizing comrades' safety, and is a responsible lion who acts courageously even in dangerous situations. She supports Leo and shows compassion toward family and comrades.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Kind
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Loyal to comrades
  • Inner strength
  • Noble
Talents
  • Leadership
  • Combat ability
  • High adaptability to natural environments
Skills
  • Hunting
  • Communication with comrades
  • Crisis management
  • Environmental protection awareness
Motivation
Protecting the jungle's peace and the safety of comrades. Making the jungle a better living environment together with Leo.
Favorite foods
Meat
Favorite places
Jungle
Person
Leo

History

Backstory
Kida is a female lion appearing in the Jungle Emperor story, continuously supporting Leo and his comrades as one of the animals living in the jungle. As Leo's childhood friend, she nurtures friendship, overcomes difficulties together as important family, interacts with other female lions like Liya, and takes on the role of protecting the jungle's peace.
Debut date
1950-11
Work title
Jungle Emperor
Media type
Manga

Jungle Emperor First Serialization

Significant event
Jungle Emperor First Serialization
Description
Appears in Osamu Tezuka's masterpiece 'Jungle Emperor'.

TV Anime Adaptation

Significant event
TV Anime Adaptation
Description
Appears as a major character in the 1965 TV anime 'Jungle Emperor'.

Sequel 'Go Leo!'

Significant event
Sequel 'Go Leo!'
Description
Depicted alongside Leo's growth in the 1966 sequel anime.

Remake Anime

Significant event
Remake Anime
Description
Remake versions produced in 1989 and 2009, appearing again.

Stage Adaptations and Theatrical Works

Significant event
Stage Adaptations and Theatrical Works
Description
Since 2016, appears in stage and theatrical works with the story unfolding in new forms.

Relationships

Leo

Best friend

Childhood friends with Leo, building a deep bond through sharing life and death.

Laiya

Teammate

Fights and cooperates together as jungle allies.

Jungle Animals

Jungle Animals: unknown

Media appearances

Jungle Emperor

Manga / Protagonist

1950-1954 Serialization

Jungle Emperor (1965)

Anime / Supporting

1965 TV Series All 52 episodes

Jungle Emperor Go Leo! (1966)

Anime / Supporting

1966-1967 TV Series All 26 episodes

Jungle Emperor (1989)

Anime / Supporting

1989-1990 TV Series All 52 episodes

Jungle Emperor (1997)

Movie / Supporting

1997 Theatrical Version

Jungle Emperor - Courage Changes the Future - (2009)

Anime / Supporting

2009 TV Special

Voice cast and creators

Yoshiko Matsuo

Voice actor
Yoshiko Matsuo
Language
Japanese
Version or series
1965 TV Anime Version (as Liya)

Saki Tamagawa

Voice actor
Saki Tamagawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
1989 TV Anime Version (as Liya)

Haruko Kitahama

Voice actor
Haruko Kitahama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
1966 TV Anime Version (as Liya)

Chieko Baisho

Voice actor
Chieko Baisho
Language
Japanese
Version or series
1997 Theatrical Version (as Liya)

Rie Kugimiya

Voice actor
Rie Kugimiya
Language
Japanese
Version or series
2009 Anime Version (as Coco, female setting)

Osamu Tezuka

Creator name
Osamu Tezuka
Role
Original author

Osamu Tezuka

Creator name
Osamu Tezuka
Role
Character designer

Mushi Production

Creator name
Mushi Production
Role
Animation studio

Gakutosha

Creator name
Gakutosha
Role
Publisher

Shogakukan

Creator name
Shogakukan
Role
Publisher

Kodansha

Creator name
Kodansha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Jungle Emperor Leo Figure

Item name
Jungle Emperor Leo Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Jungle Emperor Kida Figure

Item name
Jungle Emperor Kida Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Jungle Emperor Leo Plush

Item name
Jungle Emperor Leo Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Limited

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