Ban appeared in all 43 episodes of the original Kikaider, and also appeared in several episodes of the sequel series Kikaider 01. According to Ban, Kikaider was very much like a typical television drama, and not significantly different despite the subject matter and formula of the show.
The statement emphasizes that Ban's portrayal in both versions of "Kikaider" was significant and consistent, suggesting a strong connection between the character and the overall narrative. He also highlighted the show's resemblance to typical television dramas, indicating a focus on storytelling elements rather than genre conventions.