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Henshin (変身 henshin) is the Japanese word for "transformation,"[1] literally meaning, "to change or transform the body." This word is primarily used in manga, anime, and tokusatsu dramas for when a character transforms into a superhero. Henshin heroes (変身ヒーロー Henshin Hīrō) usually have a "henshin call", a catchphrase which they recite when they transform. The word "henshin" is most often used by characters in the Kamen Rider Series,[2] whereas other programs use various words such as souchaku (装着 sōchaku, meaning "equip"),[2] or will use phrases unique to the story.[3] Cutey Honey originated nude transformations in magical girl Eiyuu Senshi and Senshi Kyoudai programs.[4] Video game character Viewtiful Joe [5]also uses the word to transform himself.
References
- ^ "Japanese Words Commonly Used In Tokusatsu". http://www.henshinhalloffame.com/terms.htm. Retrieved 2007-09-22.
- ^ a b "装着変身SERIES". Archived from the original on 2007-08-10. http://web.archive.org/web/20070810163304/http://www.tamashii.jp/hensin/main.html. Retrieved 2007-09-22.
- ^ "獣拳戦隊ゲキレンジャー". http://www.tv-asahi.co.jp/geki/contents/SP/0001/. Retrieved 2007-09-22.
- ^ http://www.mania.com/10-iconic-anime-heroines_article_120015.html
- ^ http://viewtifuljoe.wikia.com/wiki/Video:Viewtiful_JOE_HENSHIN!
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