KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 9 -- The tokusatsu (live-action Japanese dramas relying on special effects) genre never seems to lose its spark in Malaysia, where, after many decades, fans continue to fuel this shared passion, keeping the legacy of Japan's most beloved heroes alive.

As tokusatsu continues to thrive locally, so does the legendary Kamen Rider franchise - a series that has gained a cult following for 50 years.

Even in 2025, the love for the masked heroes remains strong among Malaysians of all ages, evident during the franchise's 50th anniversary exhibition earlier this year, and again at today's fan gathering, which also celebrated the opening of Malaysia's first official Kamen Rider Store at Incubase Arena, Fahrenheit88.

The store op...