The ending references the Pilot Film where Jigen and Fujiko escape while being on kites pulled away from a car driven by Lupin in disguise. This time, however, Goemon is on the kite with them.
The first of many times Zenigata demands people show respect for his rival.
The first episode to have all five main characters.
The first time in the franchise Lupin is shown with a Bugs Bunny-like penchant for dressing in drag to pull off a caper.