An iconicSpider-Manis ready to make a comeback, and his new costume draws clear inspiration from thePower Rangers. Marvel Comics has unveiled an exclusive look at Takuya Yamashiro, the Spider-Man variant from theJapanese Spider-Manseries by Toei, and he’s been given an awesome redesign that feels like it came straight out of thePower Rangersfranchise.
ViaCBR, Marvel has released the cover forSpider-Verse vs. Venomverse#3 by Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom, and Luciano Vecchio, which features Takuya Yamashiro’s updated Spider-Man costume in action. He will be making his return as part of the ongoing crossover event between the Spider-Verse and the Venomverse that has pitted the inhabitants of both multiverses against one another.
Designed by Vecchio,Takuya’s latest suit sets him apart from Peter Parker in a way that his classic suit from the TV show never did, making him stand out as his own unique Spider-Man. The Spider-Verse gets its ownPower Rangers-inspired heroin this upcoming issue that fans won’t want to miss.
Spider-Man Shows Off a Brand-New Power Rangers-Inspired Suit
Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse#3 Design Variant by Luciano Vecchio
While Takuya Yamashiro originally wore a costume similar to that of Peter Parker’s Spider-Man in his classic series, he has now received a major design overhaul for theSpider-Verse vs. Venomverseeventthat gives him a more distinct identity. He maintains the usual red mask, but he combines it with light blue and white accents that resemble a classicSuper Sentaisuit more than the usual superhero spandex. Moreover, he has added a scarf and wings to his costume, pulling from Japanese inspiration instead of the standard Western idea of a superhero suit. Takuya’s Spider-Man finally stands out, and Luciano Vecchio’s design is to thank.
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In an interview with CBR, Vecchio discussed his thought process behind this redesign for Takuya’s version of the Spider-Man. He explained:
“I rewatched episodes and clips of theJapanese Spider-Manshow to tap into that universe’s sensitivity and dramatic body language, and also referred to other early 80s shows in the Tokusatsu genre for aesthetic cues like the scarf and black lenses. I bounced ideas and references with writer Mat Groom before landing on this visual that can be shortened toSpider-ManmeetsSuper Sentai.”
TheTokusatsu genrerefers to live-action movies and TV series from Japan that implement practical effects, withPower Rangersbeing a notable example. Toei’sJapanese Spider-Manalso falls into this category, hence whythe imminent comic comeback of Takuya as Spider-Man has chosen to stay true to those roots and implement staples ofSuper Sentaidesigns into his re-invented suit. Essentially, this Spider-Man’s costume is a love letter to the Power Rangers and all Japanese heroes like them.
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The Spider-Verse is crawling with variants of the fan-favorite Web-Slinger, so now marks the perfect time for Takuya Yamashiro to swing back into action.With his eye-catching new costume, he’s ready to fight alongside his fellow Spider-Man variants andpreserve the Web-Heartas the Venomverse prepares its onslaught.Japanese Spider-Manmay not be as critically praised as other takes on the hero, but he’s no less worthy of wearing the suit, and Takuya now has a cool costume that unleashes his latent potential. Marvel’s JapaneseSpider-Manis gearing up for an exciting comeback, and his suit gives him thePower Rangersupgrade he deserves.
Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse#3will be available in July, whileSpider-Verse vs. Venomverse#1releases on May 14th, 2025 from Marvel Comics.
