Shinken Red

The crimson warrior of Samurai Sentai Shinkenger

The Red Ranger of the Super Sentai series 'Samurai Sentai Shinkenger' and the leader transformed into by Takeru Shiba. A warrior who possesses the soul of a samurai and fuses tradition with the modern era.

Quotes

  • The soul of the samurai, here and now!
  • Combining our powers is the true strength of samurai.
  • I am Takeru Shiba. Shinken Red.
  • Passion is my power.
  • We fight to protect others. That is our path.

Trivia

  • Shinken Red is the red ranger modeled on traditional samurai culture and serves as the leader of the series' first 'samurai sentai' team.
  • The character Takeru Shiba was portrayed by Tori Matsuzaka.
  • The transformation item 'Secret Disk' features a design based on a scroll.
  • Appears in many crossover works with other Sentai series.
  • Shinkenger's weapons feature the traditional Japanese sword 'Shinkenmaru' and combination techniques with Origami.
  • There is an episode where he temporarily falls to the path of evil as Gedo Shinken Red.

Alternate names

Shinken Red 志葉丈瑠 侍戦隊シンケンジャー レッド スーパーシンケンレッド ハイパーシンケンレッド

Tags

Super Sentai Samurai Sentai Shinkenger Red Warrior Leader Takeru Shiba Tokusatsu Hero Samurai Transforming Hero Sentai Hero

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
A red-based armor-style combat suit modeled after traditional samurai attire. The helmet, shaped like a kabuto, features striking crimson coloring.
Height
About 175cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Sharp gaze
  • Sengoku warlord-like demeanor
  • Red armor
Iconic items
  • シンケンドル
  • シンケンマル
  • オニマル
  • 秘伝ディスク
  • 折神
  • 戦国鎧兜

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Passionate
Detailed personality
Strong sense of responsibility and caring towards comrades. Possesses a strong will and brave heart, while also showing gentleness at times as a leader figure. Also equipped with samurai-like politeness.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Honest
  • Caring for comrades
  • Polite
  • Passionate
  • Calm judgment
Motto
Fight with the soul of a samurai and a heart of justice
Talents
  • Master of swordsmanship
  • Leadership
  • Mental fortitude
  • Politeness
  • Tactical acumen
Skills
  • 変身
  • 折神召喚
  • 巨大化戦闘
  • 武器操縦
  • チーム戦術
Motivation
Fulfill the duties of the Shinkengers and protect his homeland and comrades.
Habits
Often uses respectful language and behaves politely.
Favorite foods
Japanese cuisine, Onigiri, Dashimaki tamago
Hobbies
Swordsmanship practice, Tea ceremony, Reading history books
Favorite colors
Red
Favorite places
Ancient temple in the mountains, Shiba family home
Disliked situations
Injustice, Betrayal
Disliked foods
overly sweet Western sweets

History

Backstory
Takeru Shiba was born into a prestigious samurai family lineage and is a young swordsman who inherits cherished secret techniques. He takes on battles as the crimson warrior of the Shinkengers to protect his family and traditions.
Debut date
February 15, 2009
Work title
Samurai Sentai Shinkenger
Episode or chapter
Episode 1

First transformation as a Shinkenger

Significant event
First transformation as a Shinkenger
Description
Takeru Shiba transformed into Shinken Red for the first time and fought the enemy.

Resolve as a leader

Significant event
Resolve as a leader
Description
The truth about his family is revealed, and he becomes aware of the weight of his mission.

Super Shinken Red awakening

Significant event
Super Shinken Red awakening
Description
Gains even greater power and overcomes numerous crises.

Relationships

志葉季重

Father

Father entrusted with the Shinkenger family business and traditions.

志葉薫

Sibling

Younger sibling. Later active as Shinken Red Hime.

折神 オニマル

Pet

Partner animal Origami.

シンケンブルー（池波流ノ介）

Teammate

Carried out numerous missions together in various battles.

シンケンピンク（白石茉子）

Teammate

An important presence supporting the comrades' feelings.

ゴーカイジャー（キャプテン・マーベラス）

Guest

Fought together in a crossover battle.

Samurai Sentai Shinkenger

Samurai Sentai Shinkenger: leader

Media appearances

Samurai Sentai Shinkenger

Protagonist

2009 TV series

Kamen Rider Decade

Anime / Guest

Episodes 24 and 25

Samurai Sentai Shinkenger: The Movie - The Battle That Divides the Heavens

Movie / Protagonist

2010

Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger

Series / Guest

Episodes 1 and 40

Super Sentai Strongest Battle!!

Event / Protagonist

2017

Super Sentai Movie Party

Movie / Protagonist

2016

Super Hero Chronicle

Movie / Protagonist

2018

Voice cast and creators

Tori Matsuzaka

Voice actor
Tori Matsuzaka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV series and movies

Ken Narita

Voice actor
Ken Narita
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Suit actor

Saburo Yatsude

Creator name
Saburo Yatsude
Role
Original author

Takayuki Takeya

Creator name
Takayuki Takeya
Role
Character designer

Minaku Arakawa

Creator name
Minaku Arakawa
Role
Writer

Toei

Creator name
Toei
Role
Animation studio

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