Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider Anime Trailer & Details — A New Tokusatsu-Inspired Hero’s Journey

The spirit of Kamen Rider endures in those who keep dreaming. The upcoming TV anime Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider, based on Yokusaru Shibata’s manga, revealed its first trailer and key visual at the Aniplex stage during AnimeJapan 2025. The series premieres in 2025, promising a heartfelt mix of nostalgia, humor, and heroism for both longtime tokusatsu fans and newcomers alike.

A Hero’s Dream Rekindled

First announced in March 2025, Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider follows the story of Tanzaburō Tōjima, a 40-year-old man whose childhood dream of becoming a masked hero has never faded — even as adult life wears him down. Just when he’s about to finally give up, a robbery incident turns his life upside down and gives him one last chance to live his dream.

Supported by Ishimori Productions and Toei, the companies behind the original Kamen Rider franchise, the series promises to be both a tribute to classic tokusatsu heroes and a touching portrayal of perseverance, nostalgia, and midlife renewal.

Since its serialization in Monthly Heroes magazine in June 2018, Shibata’s manga has released 15 collected volumes, praised for its humor, sincerity, and emotional depth.

Main Trailer and Teaser Visual Released

The newly revealed main trailer showcases a moving glimpse into Tojima’s daily life and the moment his fantasy becomes reality. Fans were treated to powerful narration, emotional music, and nostalgic sound cues reminiscent of the original Kamen Rider series.

The teaser visual features Tojima holding a classic Rider mask close to his chest, reflecting both reverence and longing — a symbol of his undying childhood dream.

Katsuyuki Konishi Joins as the Voice of Tanzaburō Tōjima

During the AnimeJapan 2025 event, it was announced that Katsuyuki Konishi— widely known asTengen Uzui in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba — will voice the protagonist, Tanzaburō Tojima. To commemorate the announcement, a photo of Konishi holding a Kamen Rider mask, just like on the cover of the manga’s 13th volume, was released to fans.

Talented Team Behind the Scenes

Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider brings together a passionate and experienced team dedicated to honoring the legacy of tokusatsu heroes while crafting a heartfelt, modern story.

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Final Thoughts

Whether you grew up with Kamen Rider Ichigo or discovered the franchise through Kamen Rider Build, Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider promises to remind you why those heroes mattered. It’s not just another anime — it’s a tribute to childhood dreams, the passage of time, and the timeless courage to stand tall and say, “I can still be a hero.” It’s a reminder that some dreams stay with you, even when life tells you they’re silly. It’s the story of an adult still holding onto his hero fantasy—but turning that fantasy into something real. For fans of classic tokusatsu, this is a love letter. For new fans, it’s a chance to jump in and feel the thrill.