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Series · 1987 – 1988 · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Hikari Sentai Maskman

★8.3 1987 – 1988 1 Season TV-MA

Commander Sugata discovered the existence of the Royal Underground Empire Tube, a malignant force that desires to dominate the land, which is based underneath Japan. He recruits five young people, each one specializing in a style of martial arts, and teaches them in the ways of the mystical "Aura Power" energy. A year after he recruited and trained the Maskmen, Tube is ready to strike.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 51 episodes

The Mysterious, Beautiful Runaway

Episode 01

The Mysterious, Beautiful Runaway

Feb 28, 1987 · 20 min

Five youths begin their battle against the underground forces of Tube as Maskman after they begin a war with the surface with the abduction of the mysterious Mio.

Strange! The Dark Underground Castle

Episode 02

Strange! The Dark Underground Castle

Mar 7, 1987 · 20 min

Takeru abandons Commander Sugata's Aura Power training when he receives a message from Mio about her survival and current whereabouts as Tube prepares to punish her.

The First Step into the Unknown

Episode 03

The First Step into the Unknown

Mar 14, 1987 · 20 min

As Emperor Zeba plunges the world into eternal darkness, the Maskman must complete their Aura Power training, even as Prince Igum decides to face Takeru for the shame Mio has brought him.

Burn! F1 Spirits!

Episode 04

Burn! F1 Spirits!

Mar 21, 1987 · 20 min

The Maskman must save a boy and his father trapped within a tunnel transformed by Oyoboo into an endless Medius tunnel.

The Small Swordsman, Blue

Episode 05

The Small Swordsman, Blue

Mar 28, 1987 · 20 min

Akira's teammates become frustrated with his childish behavior, and he tries to prove himself as Skull Doggler and Fumin start swapping people's faces.

The God Hand of Dreams

Episode 06

The God Hand of Dreams

Apr 4, 1987 · 20 min

While investigating a series of unusual earthquakes in Otaki, Takeru meets a boy who believes he possesses a legendary martial arts move.

Explode! Kenta's Love

Episode 07

Explode! Kenta's Love

Apr 11, 1987 · 20 min

Kenta encounters a girl who likes him, inspiring Baraba to use a Doggler to sabotage his new love.

Burn! The Flower's Sword

Episode 08

Burn! The Flower's Sword

Apr 18, 1987 · 20 min

Igum uses a special flower to lure out Akira and Momoko to save their teammates after the other Maskman become frozen by a Doggler.

Combine! Aura of Life

Episode 09

Combine! Aura of Life

Apr 25, 1987 · 20 min

Takeru unexpectedly summons an alien child to Earth with his Aura, which interferes with Baraba's scheme to cut off the planet's electricity.

Igam vs. Takeru

Episode 10

Igam vs. Takeru

May 2, 1987 · 20 min

Igum challenges Takeru to his family's ceremonial Death Ring match, a cage showdown where only one of them will leave the battle alive!

The Refugee From Underground

Episode 11

The Refugee From Underground

May 9, 1987 · 20 min

Kenta pursues a former ninja from underground who has abducted a crown associated with the truth behind Emperor Zeba.

A Challenge! The Pride of a Shinobi

Episode 12

A Challenge! The Pride of a Shinobi

May 16, 1987 · 20 min

Haruka is forced to join in a showdown between Fumin and Oyoboo to defeat a ninja Doggler that can grant the ultimate shinobi power

Chase the Idol!

Episode 13

Chase the Idol!

May 23, 1987 · 20 min

Kenta investigates an idol with a reporter when he discovers she may be part of a plot to create a stronger army of Ungler Soldiers for Tube.

The Great Escape to the Blue Sky!

Episode 14

The Great Escape to the Blue Sky!

May 30, 1987 · 20 min

Akira is dragged underground into a city where he meets children of Tube's empire who only dream of the surface and the sky.

Farewell, Dear Flower!

Episode 15

Farewell, Dear Flower!

Jun 6, 1987 · 20 min

A flower cared for by Momoko becomes the key to stopping a Doggler's deadly flower that kills as it sprouts.

Deadly! Blazing Baraba

Episode 16

Deadly! Blazing Baraba

Jun 13, 1987 · 20 min

Kenta must fight alone against Baraba after the Tube general steals the Aura from his teammates to strengthen his powers.

Smash it! The Hellish Labyrinth

Episode 17

Smash it! The Hellish Labyrinth

Jun 20, 1987 · 20 min

Takeru is lured by Igum into a building transformed into a maze by a Doggler to confuse and wear him down.

The Dear Bloodsucking Doll!

Episode 18

The Dear Bloodsucking Doll!

Jun 27, 1987 · 20 min

Haruka gives a doll she formerly owned to a girl who desires it, unknowing of the Doggler hiding within threatening to kill her.

Apparition! Anagumas

Episode 19

Apparition! Anagumas

Jul 4, 1987 · 20 min

Anagmas uses his magic to enhance the Tube forces while making Akira lose his memories during a sneak attack.

A Trap! The Sinking Giant Robo

Episode 20

A Trap! The Sinking Giant Robo

Jul 11, 1987 · 20 min

Momoko's pride as a kenpo teacher is tested by a powerful opponent set up by Anagmas as part of a scheme to defeat Maskman and Great Five.

The Black Shadow of the Misty Valley

Episode 21

The Black Shadow of the Misty Valley

Jul 18, 1987 · 20 min

With Great Five buried underground, Sugata decides to investigate a rival mecha that has gained infamy for killing its creator.

The Winds and Clouds of an Aura Storm!

Episode 22

The Winds and Clouds of an Aura Storm!

Jul 25, 1987 · 20 min

With Galaxy Robo in their hands, the Maskman head forth to save Great Five, unknowing of the difficulties of doing so and an unknown key to fully activate their new mecha.

Mio Who Has Become a Demon

Episode 23

Mio Who Has Become a Demon

Aug 1, 1987 · 20 min

A Doggler transforms a woman into a fake, evil Mio to lure Takeru into a Tube trap.

The Grotto of the Boy Monster

Episode 24

The Grotto of the Boy Monster

Aug 8, 1987 · 20 min

The Maskman are summoned to Inasa where a boy is mutated into a monster by a Doggler as a city friend comes to visit.

Akira's Lover!?

Episode 25

Akira's Lover!?

Aug 15, 1987 · 20 min

Akira enters a martial arts tournament unknowingly controlled by Tube due to a letter he has received from an unexpected writer.

Lives That Disappeared on Hot Sand!

Episode 26

Lives That Disappeared on Hot Sand!

Aug 22, 1987 · 20 min

Kenta encounters a sorrowful girl who is actually a creature working to empower a Doggler while trying to preserve her own short life.

Thief Knight Kiros!

Episode 27

Thief Knight Kiros!

Aug 29, 1987 · 20 min

Thief Knight Kiros, a lone wolf of the underground, takes on the Maskman in hopes of defeating them and winning Princess Iaul for himself.

Mio is Princess Ial!?

Episode 28

Mio is Princess Ial!?

Sep 5, 1987 · 20 min

An assault by Kiros draws Takeru away from research for Shot Bomber's replacement, where he finds out the truth about Mio and her current fate.

The New Lethal Weapon of Friendship

Episode 29

The New Lethal Weapon of Friendship

Sep 12, 1987 · 20 min

The Maskman rush to face a Doggler while their new cannon remains incomplete against the warnings of their head engineer, who has personal ties with their enemy.

Mama!! Baraba's Scream!

Episode 30

Mama!! Baraba's Scream!

Sep 19, 1987 · 20 min

Akira decides to help Baraba's mother reach her son when he decides to partake in a trial to gain the legendary sword of the underground.

It Appears! The Guardian Deity Igam Dragon

Episode 31

It Appears! The Guardian Deity Igam Dragon

Sep 26, 1987 · 20 min

Igum attempts to gain the assistance of his family's guardian to increase his power, while Haruka has a crisis in the sudden loss of her own abilities.

Oyobu's Lethal Dash

Episode 32

Oyobu's Lethal Dash

Oct 3, 1987 · 20 min

Kenta discovers a derelict car of a racing friend he decides to use to cheer him up, even while being chased by Oyoboo for accidentally obtaining a part of Baraba's latest plot.

Takeru!! Severe their Love!

Episode 33

Takeru!! Severe their Love!

Oct 10, 1987 · 20 min

Takeru encounters an underground girl who wants to help him even though she has sworn her love to Kiros.

The Love and Murderous Intentive Blues

Episode 34

The Love and Murderous Intentive Blues

Oct 17, 1987 · 20 min

A Doggler takes a human form in order to pursue love with Momoko, under the condition he destroys the Maskman in three days!

The Mystery of Zeba! The Forbidden Tomb

Episode 35

The Mystery of Zeba! The Forbidden Tomb

Oct 24, 1987 · 20 min

Kiros opens a sealed tomb revealing a powerful Doggler that may be associated with Zeba's greatest secret.

Elimination! The Destructive Twin Girls

Episode 36

Elimination! The Destructive Twin Girls

Oct 31, 1987 · 20 min

Igum uses a Doggler to turn twin sisters into a combined menace as they destroy while trying to reunite with one another.

Soldiers Who Bet on Their Dreams

Episode 37

Soldiers Who Bet on Their Dreams

Nov 7, 1987 · 20 min

Kiros uses a Doggler to remove Kenta's courage, forcing a boy he protected to help him rediscover his dreams to regain it.

The Time to Erase Takeru

Episode 38

The Time to Erase Takeru

Nov 14, 1987 · 20 min

Igum devises a plan to go back in time and kill Takeru when he's little, thereby creating a time paradox. The Maskman must stop this plan, while getting to see how Takeru is like when he is a kid.

Revival! The Mysterious X1 Mask

Episode 39

Revival! The Mysterious X1 Mask

Nov 21, 1987 · 20 min

When a sixth Maskman saves the team from an attack, Takeru investigates to find out why he vanished from their battle with Tube.

Resurrect! The Lovely Melody

Episode 40

Resurrect! The Lovely Melody

Nov 28, 1987 · 20 min

A famous pianist returning to Japan is suddenly targeted by Tube due to a unknown connection with them and her mysterious benefactor.

Female Thieves Haruka & Momoko

Episode 41

Female Thieves Haruka & Momoko

Dec 5, 1987 · 20 min

Kiros uses a Doggler to transform Haruka and Momoko into evil female thieves stealing wealth to give to Iaul.

Fly! The Poem of a Timid Boy

Episode 42

Fly! The Poem of a Timid Boy

Dec 12, 1987 · 20 min

A cowardly boy gains super-strength to defend himself after eating a cave mushroom Baraba wished to harvest for himself.

Akira Loses His Eyesight! The Mysterious Spell

Episode 43

Akira Loses His Eyesight! The Mysterious Spell

Dec 19, 1987 · 20 min

During a revenge attack by Kiros for stopping his previous research, Akira begins to hear a strange chant from underground that makes his eyes go blind.

Transform! Underground Empire Swordsman Akira

Episode 44

Transform! Underground Empire Swordsman Akira

Dec 26, 1987 · 20 min

The underground refugees complete a ritual in an attempt to awaken a great hero, but instead awaken a Doggler of the Igum clan who rewards its power to a surprising warrior...

Prince Igam! You're a Woman!

Episode 45

Prince Igam! You're a Woman!

Jan 9, 1988 · 20 min

The Maskman discover the truth behind why Akira was transformed into the Underground Knight Unas as they fight to get him back from Igum's control.

Counterattack! The Bloody Pond's Secret

Episode 46

Counterattack! The Bloody Pond's Secret

Jan 16, 1988 · 20 min

Igum's teacher guides her to a pond where Lethal Doggler was born to gain its power, only to learn a surprising revelation regarding what lies within.

The Night Prior to the Attack! The Dance of Death

Episode 47

The Night Prior to the Attack! The Dance of Death

Jan 23, 1988 · 20 min

A dance student of Haruka is abducted to take part in Tube's ceremony to summon victory in their final war on the surface.

Baraba! Death by Treachery

Episode 48

Baraba! Death by Treachery

Jan 30, 1988 · 20 min

With no more chances left in Tube, Baraba joins with Kiros to abduct the frozen Iaul in a final chance to defeat Takeru.

The Revived Princess Ial

Episode 49

The Revived Princess Ial

Feb 6, 1988 · 20 min

With Kiros possessing Iaul's frozen body, Takeru and Igum both try to get her back in order to control her ultimate fate before the thief knight can thaw her out.

Zeba! His Hair-Raising Secret Identity

Episode 50

Zeba! His Hair-Raising Secret Identity

Feb 13, 1988 · 20 min

Iaul and the Maskman obtain a ball that reveals the truth behind Emperor Zeba, even as he begins his final plan to raise the Underground Castle and cover the world in darkness.

The Great Destruction of the Underground Empire Castle!

Episode 51

The Great Destruction of the Underground Empire Castle!

Feb 20, 1988 · 20 min

As Zeba finally unleashes eternal darkness upon the world, the Maskman must work with the twins of the Igum royal family and complete the restoration of light upon two realms.

About the series

Hikari Sentai Maskman poster
Audience score
★ 8.3 /10

based on 9 votes

Synopsis

Commander Sugata discovered the existence of the Royal Underground Empire Tube, a malignant force that desires to dominate the land, which is based underneath Japan. He recruits five young people, each one specializing in a style of martial arts, and teaches them in the ways of the mystical "Aura Power" energy. A year after he recruited and trained the Maskmen, Tube is ready to strike.

Sci-Fi & FantasyAction & AdventureFamilyKids

Cast

8 principal cast

Ryôsuke Kaizu

Ryôsuke Kaizu

Takeru / Red Mask

Kouichi Kusakari

Kenta / Black Mask

Issei Hirota

Akira / Blue Mask

Yuki Nagata

Haruka / Yellow Mask

Kanako Maeda

Kanako Maeda

Momoko / Pink Mask

Hayato Tani

Hayato Tani

Sanjuro Sugata

Seizo Kato

Seizo Kato

Emperor Zeba (voice)

Mina Asami

Mina Asami

Prince Igam / Princess Ial

Where to watch Hikari Sentai Maskman

Hikari Sentai Maskman is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The sci-fi & fantasy has 1 season and 51 total episodes, rated 8.3/10 by 9 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Hikari Sentai Maskman have?

Hikari Sentai Maskman has 1 season with 51 episodes in total.

Is Hikari Sentai Maskman still on the air?

Hikari Sentai Maskman has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Hikari Sentai Maskman?

Hikari Sentai Maskman airs on tv asahi.

When did Hikari Sentai Maskman first air?

Hikari Sentai Maskman first aired on February 28, 1987.

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