A treasured gem in the world of Japanese anime, "Kinnikuman" (also known as Muscleman), is set to charm the audiences with a new series after a significant gap of 39 years. The creators announced this unexpected yet exciting news recently, causing an explosion of joy among the anime lovers. The release date and further details have not been disclosed yet. The original series won hearts in the '80s and it will be intriguing to see how the 21st-century renewal is embraced.

Anime forms an integral part of Japanese culture and society, shaping many aspects of contemporary pop culture. Kinnikuman, originally a manga series before becoming an animated television phenomenon, is considered a cult classic which invokes pure nostalgia for many Japanese fans. Its unique combination of superhero wrestling, comedic characters, and humanistic storylines made it popular not only in Japan but also internationally.

In the US or EU, revivals of classic series are fairly common and warmly received, as they tap into the audience's nostalgic sentiments. Similar to the excitement around the return of the "Friends" sitcom or the "Star Wars" franchise continuation, revival of "Kinnikuman" signals a wave of renewed interest in legacy media in Japan.