[4][5] Ryujin Mabuyer (琉神マブヤー, Ryūjin Mabuyā) from Okinawa Prefecture[6] was featured in his own syndicated television series.
The Marimokkori of Hokkaidō has become a popular character throughout Japan, sold as mobile phone charms, claw machine prizes, among other merchandise.
[11] The anime Tentai Senshi Sunred is based on the local hero theme, featuring the title character as the protector of the city of Kawasaki in Kanagawa Prefecture.
Another TV tokusatsu series, Houjin Yatsurugi was shown as the local hero in Chiba.
Hironobu Kageyama has recorded a song for Norton Fighter as well titled "Bōei Senshi!