Kamen Rider is a popular Japanese tokusatsu franchise created by Shotaro Ishinomori, which debuted in 1971. The series centers around masked heroes known as Kamen Riders who fight against evil organizations and monsters. Known for its action-packed sequences and the use of motorcycles, the franchise has become an iconic part of Japanese pop culture, spawning numerous TV series, movies, and merchandise, including the collectible S.H. Figuarts action figures.