A villainous masked wrestler becomes a hero for the sake of protecting the orphanage in which he was raised.
CreatorIkki Kajiwara
The Yellow Devil
Oct 2, 1969
A mysterious and feared masked wrestler named Tiger Mask, who has already made headlines throughout the Americas for his notorious dishonesty, returns to Japan. Regarded with disfavor by the entire Japan Pro-Wrestling Association, he is immediately ostracized; the only one who seems to understand him, despite everything, is Giant Baba, a respected and extremely honest pro-wrestler. Kenta, a boy living in the Chibikko House orphanage, despite everything and everyone, shows—uniquely among the children—a tremendous admiration for Tiger Mask. The two young people who currently run this shelter for abandoned children are also former orphans, a brother and sister: Kenta reminds him strongly of their old friend Naoto Date at his age, who ran away over ten years earlier and never returned, when after a visit to the zoo, standing in front of the tiger's cage, he resolutely declared that he too wanted to one day become as strong as a tiger...
Tiger the Stormbringer
Oct 9, 1969
Little Kenta runs away from the orphanage to attend a match with Tiger Man, who is as ruthless as ever with his opponents.
The Man Who Returned
Oct 16, 1969
Naoto returns to the orphanage where he grew up. While in the role of the Tiger Mask, he must face Monster, the man with the steel head.
Law of Tiger's Cave
Oct 23, 1969
Uomo Tigre reflects on his training at the Tiger's Den, which subjected him to cruel and nearly unbearable training.
Tiger Is Ready to Die
Oct 30, 1969
Mister X threatens Tigre d'Acciaio because he wants him to give him half of the money he earns from the matches at the Tiger Cage.
Terrible Death Match
Nov 6, 1969
At the airport, a tiger escapes, but Pitone Nero, the next opponent of the Tiger Mask, stops her by rendering her docile with his charisma.
The Bloodstained Tiger
Nov 13, 1969
After Ruriko asks Tiger Mask to fight fairly, he wins his first match without using illegal moves.
Trap of Tiger's Cave
Nov 20, 1969
Ruriko begins to suspect that the Tiger Mask is actually Naoto, who, in the meantime, must evade the attacks of Mister X.
The Starved Gorilla Man
Nov 27, 1969
The gigantic Gorilla Man arrives in Japan, the next opponent of Tiger Mask sent by the Tiger Cage.
Fresh-Bomb Megaton Drop
Dec 4, 1969
Uomo Tigre is training for his next match, but Baba makes it clear that his method is wrong.
The Marvelous World League
Dec 11, 1969
Baba tries to convince Tiger Mask to participate in the next World Tournament, but he is hesitant.
For Whom He Fights?
Dec 18, 1969
Uomo Tigre fears that he will not be able to contain his unorthodox style for the World Tournament, but he will soon change his mind.
The Terrible Hell Operation
Dec 25, 1969
During the meeting with Stella di Teschio, Mister X causes a blackout in the arena to carry out another one of his evil plans.
Secret Training in Tiger's Cave
Jan 1, 1970
Daimon, Naoto's training partner, sends a letter to his friend from the Tiger's Den. However, Mister X gets ahold of it and uses it to blackmail him.
Victory with Countless Wounds
Jan 8, 1970
Caught up in the excitement of cheering, Kenta breaks the orphanage's television, leaving the children unable to watch the next Tiger Mask match.
Defeated Tiger
Jan 15, 1970
Stella di Teschio refuses to kill Naoto and is killed by Tana delle Tigre instead. L'Uomo Ombra doesn't want the same thing to happen to him.
Tiger Awaked
Jan 22, 1970
Cappy is hit by a hit-and-run driver. Naoto and Kenta set out to find her.
The Fate Showdown
Jan 29, 1970
Mister X tries to force Daimon to fight Naoto, even using torture. In the end, the man gives in and decides to face his friend in the ring.
Two Hours Till the Starting Bout
Feb 5, 1970
L'Uomo Tigre decides to help a boy he just met. Will he make it back in time for his match?
Shadow of Tiger's Cave
Feb 12, 1970
Naoto takes the orphans to the amusement park, but he is pursued by Tana delle Tigri there as well.
The Red Fang with Revenge
Feb 19, 1970
Brisco had been confined to a wheelchair by Tiger Man when he was still evil. Now his brother has arrived in Japan to seek revenge.
Challenge for Tomorrow
Feb 26, 1970
Tiger Man suffers an injury during a match and should rest, but his next match is too close.
Tiger Risks His Life
Mar 5, 1970
Tana delle Tigri selects a group of masked wrestlers to send against Tiger Man.
The Opening of the Maskmen League
Mar 12, 1970
Tigre decides to participate in the masked wrestlers' tournament to help the blind orphan girl. His first opponent is Mister No.
Deadly Battle with the Golden Mask
Mar 19, 1970
Tiger Man must face two other masked wrestlers in the tournament in quick succession. The two use completely illegal tricks.
Beyond the Glory
Mar 26, 1970
A mysterious new masked wrestler joins the tournament and teams up with Tiger Man against Lion Man and the Egyptian Mummy.
Open Your Eyes, Tiger
Apr 2, 1970
With the money from the tournament, Tiger Man can finally get little Lory operated on, in the hope that she will regain her sight.
Tiger's Cave Revives
Apr 9, 1970
Tana delle Tigri decides to build a new, larger, and more modern headquarters, while Mister X travels the world in search of new talent.
Challenger Strong
Apr 16, 1970
Joe Fortis arrives in Japan to challenge Tiger Man. The new wrestler turns out to be a former coach of Naoto and Daimon.
The Eternal Burning Spirit: Rikidozan Story
Apr 23, 1970
Naoto is very tense because he still can't come up with a winning move. Master Arashi tells him the story of a great champion from the past.
So Special Training at Daisetsuzan
Apr 30, 1970
The Apollon brothers arrive in Japan. The younger brother is determined to challenge Tiger Man, who is training in the mountains to find his winning move.
His Special Attack Is Born!
May 7, 1970
Tiger Man faces Ursus, the youngest of the Apollon brothers. During the match, he decides to use his new winning move.
The Marvelous Battle
May 14, 1970
Tiger Man prepares for his match against Star, but he is quite worried. The day of the match arrives, and the two fight a great battle.
A Hot-Blooded Boy in Tiger's Cave
May 21, 1970
The new talents at the Tiger's Den begin training that seems very different from what Naoto did in his day.
Road to the Champion: Giant Baba Story
May 28, 1970
Tigre fears returning to his former self as an unfair fighter, so Baba decides to tell him his story and all the difficulties he had to face.
The Opening of All Asia Championship
Jun 4, 1970
Tiger Man leaves for the Asian tournament and gradually gets to know all the wrestlers who will be participating.
The Yeti of Himalaya
Jun 11, 1970
Tiger Man's first opponent is a giant Indian wrestler who hides a disturbing secret.
Tiger Who Aims at the Champion
Jun 18, 1970
The Asian tournament is in full swing and every fighter is giving it their all. Tiger Man identifies Mister Ki as his most formidable opponent.
Victory Crown with Tears
Jun 25, 1970
Mister Ki has found the winning counterattack to the "tiger's fall," and Tiger Man must find a solution quickly if he wants to win the final.
Triumphant Return of Tiger the Phoenix
Jul 2, 1970
Tiger Man returns triumphant to Japan, but he knows he will never be able to use his "tiger drop" again.
The Red Death Mask
Jul 9, 1970
The "Tiger Drop" is no longer effective, and Diavolo manages to defeat Naoto. At the end of the match, a new formidable wrestler from Tiger's Den arrives.
No Tomorrow for Tiger
Jul 16, 1970
Death Mask seems like a truly unbeatable fighter, and everyone is very concerned about Tiger Man's fate.
The Strongest Heel on the Earth
Jul 23, 1970
Death Mask proves himself to be a violent and ruthless fighter. Tiger will have to abandon his fair fighting style once again if he wants to win the match.
The Challenge from Kamikaze
Jul 30, 1970
Naoto returns to the United States to fight in matches, but he is deeply troubled by what he did during his match against Death Mask.
A Boy with Nostalgia to Home Country
Aug 6, 1970
Tigre arrives in Germany to face the giant Mapman. Meanwhile, the wrestler decides to have a new mask made to replace his worn-out one.
The Secret Mission of Tiger's Cave
Aug 13, 1970
A young French wrestler leaves the Tiger's Den to find his father. Naoto decides to help him to prevent the boy from returning to that frightening place.
Verbal Warfare in the Ring
Aug 20, 1970
Tiger Man must face Jungle King, a fierce fighter with mysterious powers. Tiger is warned by a previous opponent of the black fighter.
The Battle with Kamikaze
Aug 27, 1970
The time has finally come for Tiger Man to face Kamikaze. Naoto has learned from previous encounters and is training to develop a new winning move.
Tiger Mask Revives
Sep 3, 1970
Naoto returns to Japan after his European successes. His compatriots are eager to see his new final move.
Give Your Affection to the Children
Sep 10, 1970
Tigre and other wrestlers are in Hiroshima for a series of matches. Naoto is fascinated by a model and wants to get his hands on it at all costs.
An Eagle and a Tiger
Sep 17, 1970
Japanese wrestlers are determined to defend their colors, but foreign wrestlers use every kind of foul play to take home the victory.
Win the the World League!
Sep 24, 1970
Mister X has something in mind regarding the tournament final between Tiger Man and Bill Hercules. What could his evil plan be?
Mystery of the Miracles
Oct 1, 1970
Ken continues to train at the Tiger's Den, more determined than ever to defeat Tiger Man, whom he believes is responsible for his mother's death.
A New Friend
Oct 8, 1970
A new girl arrives at Ruriko's orphanage. Little Micro seems rather spoiled and is unable to fit in with her new friends.
The Sun in Soot and Smoke
Oct 15, 1970
Tiger Man and other wrestlers arrive in a city submerged by pollution. An orphan protests against a company to protect the health of his friend.
The Black Deity
Oct 22, 1970
Popo Africa suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Tiger Man when the latter was fighting as the Yellow Demon. Now he's back and swears revenge.
His V-Sign Calls Death In
Oct 29, 1970
Nero V arrives in Japan determined to avenge his master Popo Africa. The fighter is very confident and immediately shows everyone his secret technique.
Black V
Nov 5, 1970
The eagerly awaited match between Tiger Man and Nero V is about to begin, but first Baba and Inoki must face the Miracle Brothers.
A Reckless Challenge
Nov 12, 1970
Tigre arrives at the dojo of one of his instructors and a friend of Master Arashi. Here he meets a young man determined to fight him in order to pay off his accumulated debts.
Tiger and a Awkward Doctor
Nov 19, 1970
Tiger Man meets a doctor on a train who is addicted to alcohol. The doctor wants to treat a boy who has been in an accident, and Naoto offers his help.
Road of "Shogi" King
Nov 26, 1970
Rudy, a new wrestler from Tiger's Den, says he is confident he can stop Tiger Man's winning move. Meanwhile, the wrestler prevents a sculptor from committing suicide.
The Black Challenger
Dec 3, 1970
Tiger Man reads in a newspaper that a wrestler has died in the ring at the hands of the mysterious Black Panther. Naoto fears that he may be his next opponent.
"Meriken" Joe
Dec 10, 1970
Tiger Man faces Demon, but thoughts of his upcoming opponents distract him considerably. However, an old man in the audience manages to spur him on.
Till When the Fortunate Bell Rings
Dec 17, 1970
Naoto meets a young boy who is sitting alone looking sad, even though it's Christmas. The wrestler decides to follow him to find out what his problems are.
Deadly Battle on the Maskmen Championship
Dec 24, 1970
Naoto meets Daimon at Master Arashi's dojo, and the two train together in preparation for Tiger's match against Black Panther.
The Terror of Tiger's Cave
Dec 31, 1970
Naoto looks after Kenta, who is confined to bed with a fever. The child shows him an album of photographs of Tiger Man, and Naoto relives his career through those photos.
Resurrection of the Yellow Devil
Jan 7, 1971
A new wrestler has recently appeared in America who calls himself the Yellow Devil, which is the old pseudonym of Tiger Man. Naoto is impressed.
Phantom of the Yellow Devil
Jan 14, 1971
Tiger Man investigates the identity of the Yellow Devil and begins to strongly suspect that it is Ken. If it really is him, it would be very difficult for Naoto to fight him.
The Rule-Brake Challenger
Jan 21, 1971
The young Junker from Tiger's Den challenges Tiger Man, disregarding the wishes of his organization. Meanwhile, the boy meets a child who is friends with Naoto.
Regret at the Ring
Jan 28, 1971
Tiger Man and Kamikaze face off once again. However, Naoto cannot come to terms with Hans' death and swears revenge against Tana delle Tigri.
Tiger Meets the Crisis!
Feb 4, 1971
Re Giaguaro, rising star of the American West, is chosen as Tiger Man's next challenger. This opponent also comes from Tiger's Den.
Mr. Fudo Comes Onstage
Feb 11, 1971
Daimon finally returns to the ring wearing Mr. Fudo's mask. His strong performance wins over the hearts of fans.
The Trump of Tiger's Cave
Feb 18, 1971
Yellow Devil finally manages to convince the Tiger's Den to let him meet Tiger Man. Ken is increasingly determined to avenge his mother.
The Traitor No.3
Feb 25, 1971
Ken is kidnapped by Mr. X and Tana delle Tigri's hitmen. Daimon sets off in pursuit to save the boy's life.
Great Escape from Tiger's Cave
Mar 4, 1971
Ken begins wrestling without a mask for the Japanese federation and enjoys great success. Some young people from Tana delle Tigri would like to follow his example.
The Phantom Wrestlers
Mar 11, 1971
Black Tiger and Big Tiger challenge Tiger Man and Daimon. Naoto seems quite intimidated and does not want to tell his friend the news.
Tag Team in the Deadly Battle
Mar 18, 1971
The day of the match against Big Tiger and Black Tiger has finally arrived. The fight is particularly violent, and all the wrestlers seem determined to fight to the death.
Tiger Against Tiger
Mar 25, 1971
Daimon is in critical condition, and Naoto and Ken are very worried. As if that weren't enough, Naoto also has to face the Tiger King.
The Big Boss of Tiger's Cave
Apr 1, 1971
The leader of Tiger's Den is very upset after the defeat of his best fighters, so he orders Mister X to assassinate Tiger Man.
A Nova Is Born
Apr 8, 1971
Ken is improving visibly, but he still can't eliminate certain incorrect moves from his repertoire. Baba decides to put his trust in him anyway.
The Promotor in Hell
Apr 15, 1971
Ken's popularity continues to grow. In his next match, he faces Black Hurricane, a very experienced and formidable wrestler.
The Deadly Battle in Cage
Apr 22, 1971
Mister X has chosen Maschera Universo as Tiger Man's next challenger. The wrestler has remarkable athletic skills, which he shows off in front of journalists and Ken.
When Does Happiness Come?
Apr 29, 1971
Micro accompanies Ruriko to choose a wedding gift for her friend. There she meets her aunt and uncle, who recognize her and want to take her home with them.
An Oath for Victory
May 6, 1971
Ken will fight his first tag team match alongside Tiger Man. The young man is going through a happy period, but Mr. X returns to haunt him.
The Hunter of Death
May 13, 1971
Mister X is increasingly determined to eliminate Tiger Man in order to save his own life. For this reason, he decides to no longer limit himself in choosing fighters.
Jekyll and Hyde
May 20, 1971
Tiger invites the children and Ruriko to his next match. His opponent this time is very unusual, as he has a split personality.
The Tiger Hunting Plan
May 27, 1971
Mister X is becoming increasingly agitated due to his continuous failures. Meanwhile, Naoto has to worry about little Gaboten, who has been taken away by the police.
Scaffold with Fire
Jun 3, 1971
Mister X, now at his limit, wants to eliminate Tiger before the leader of Tiger's Den arrives in Japan, to avoid his wrath.
Happiness of Yoshi-bo
Jun 10, 1971
Naoto takes a day off and decides to spend it at Ruriko's orphanage. There, he discovers that a family wants to adopt little Yoshibo.
The Uncrowned Champ
Jun 17, 1971
Mister X travels to America in search of new talent to recruit and unleash against Tiger Man. He eventually finds someone interested in his offer.
Devilish Spider Nest
Jun 24, 1971
The leader of Tiger's Den arrives in Japan and contemplates returning to the ring to face Tiger Man. Meanwhile, he has brought a new opponent with him.
Suspicion of the Mysterious Man
Jul 1, 1971
The leader of Tiger's Den decides to join the Japanese Federation. Here he takes on the identity of Mistero Nero and asks to face only foreign wrestlers.
For Today's Life
Jul 8, 1971
Mistero Nero proves increasingly difficult to defeat and continues to beat his opponents with extreme ease.
The Substitute of Tiger
Jul 15, 1971
Naoto's next opponents have been announced, but Mistero Nero is still not among them. What could the leader of Tana delle Tigri have in mind?
The Piranhan
Jul 22, 1971
Tiger Man will fight for the first time in a ring completely surrounded by water. His opponent is the fearsome Piranha.
Who Is Tiger Mask?
Jul 29, 1971
Kenta wants to discover Tiger Man's identity at all costs and believes he can find out from Ken. For this reason, he tries to trap him.
Presentiment of Defeat
Aug 5, 1971
Technique, speed, and strength. Mistero Nero seems to have no weaknesses and continues to defeat opponents with great ease.
The Desperate Tiger
Aug 12, 1971
Tiger Man is increasingly troubled by thoughts of Mistero Nero. Meanwhile, Kenta gets involved in a fight with three young bullies.
Howl for Blood, Wolf!
Aug 19, 1971
Tana delle Tigri sends another fighter to battle Tiger Man: Lupo Solitario. For Mistero Nero, this is another opportunity to study Naoto's techniques.
Create Your Own Tomorrow
Aug 26, 1971
A man arrives at the orphanage claiming to be Yoshibo's father, but he does not reveal himself to the child. The next morning, his younger brother also shows up.
The Execution of Tiger's Cave
Sep 2, 1971
Mistero Nero challenges Ken to a fight. Naoto is very worried about his friend, who accepts the challenge without hesitation.
The Truth of Tiger's Cave
Sep 9, 1971
Ken is in terrible condition and also needs blood transfusions. Naoto swears revenge against the evil Great Tiger.
The Struggle Tiger's Cave
Sep 16, 1971
Ruriko has finally discovered Tiger Man's secret. However, she is distraught because she fears that Naoto will be killed by Big Tiger.
The Bloody Battle with Tiger's Cave!
Sep 23, 1971
Naoto learns of Mister X's death from the newspaper. Now, Big Tiger is the last remaining member of Tiger's Den, as well as her upcoming opponent.
Tiger Mask Goes Away
Sep 30, 1971
The match between Tiger Man and Great Tiger is extremely violent. The evil wrestler uses every means possible to defeat his opponent. Will Naoto manage to win again this time?
