Monkey Punch's manga series Lupin III was first published, introducing the character Arsène Lupin III to the world.
The first Lupin III anime television series premiered, bringing the manga to life in animated form for the first time.
The sequel anime series Lupin the Third Part II (also known as the Red Jacket series) began airing, increasing the popularity of the franchise.
Hayao Miyazaki directed the Lupin III film The Castle of Cagliostro, which became a classic and is widely celebrated.