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Prolific Japanese composer renowned for his iconic anime and tokusatsu soundtracks.Shunsuke Kikuchi (1931-2021) was a highly influential Japanese composer. Born in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, he graduated from the Nihon University College of Art. He achieved immense fame primarily for composing the music for numerous popular anime series and tokusatsu (special effects) shows throughout the Shōwa and Heisei eras. His prolific career spanned decades, leaving an indelible mark on Japanese popular culture.

• Kikuchi's theme for the original "Kamen Rider" series became one of the most recognizable pieces of music in Japan, instantly associated with the franchise.
• Despite his massive contribution to popular culture, Kikuchi maintained a relatively low public profile and rarely gave interviews, letting his music speak for itself.
• He passed away on April 24, 2021, at the age of 89. His death was attributed to aspiration pneumonia, as reported by Japanese media outlets including NHK.