UFO Kamen Yakisoban

Japanese TV series or program

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Genre	Tokusatsu
Created by	Nissin Foods
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UFO Kamen Yakisoban (Japanese: UFO仮面ヤキソバン ) is a Japanese tokusatsu television series produced by Nissin Foods to promote their instant yakisoba product, "UFO Yakisoba." The series aired on TV Tokyo from 1993 to 1994 and consists of 12 episodes, each approximately 15 minutes long.

Plot

The series follows the adventures of the titular hero, UFO Kamen Yakisoban, who is a superhero with the mission to protect the world from the evil forces of "Kettler," a villain who seeks to steal the delicious taste of UFO Yakisoba. Yakisoban, with his trusty sidekick "Kappumen," battles various enemies using his unique powers derived from the ingredients of yakisoba.

Characters

• UFO Kamen Yakisoban - The main protagonist, portrayed by Kenta Sato. He transforms into a superhero to fight against the forces of evil using his "Yakisoba Beam" and other noodle-themed attacks.
• Kettler - The main antagonist, played by Yoshinori Okamoto. He is obsessed with stealing the flavor of UFO Yakisoba to dominate the world.
• Kappumen - Yakisoban's sidekick, who assists him in his battles against Kettler and his minions.

Production

UFO Kamen Yakisoban was created as a marketing campaign by Nissin Foods to promote their UFO Yakisoba product. The series was designed to appeal to children and young adults, combining elements of comedy, action, and food-themed superhero antics. The show gained a cult following due to its unique concept and humorous approach to the superhero genre.

Cultural Impact

The series is notable for its creative use of food as a central theme and its role in popularizing UFO Yakisoba in Japan. It is an example of how companies use media to create brand awareness and engage with consumers in innovative ways. The character of UFO Kamen Yakisoban has become a recognizable mascot for Nissin Foods, appearing in various promotional materials and events.

Also see

• Tokusatsu
• Nissin Foods
• Instant noodles
• Japanese television series