Ultraman Arrives in NYC

This special event is in partnership with Tsuburaya Productions.

Look out, NYC, Ultraman is here! This fall, Tsuburaya Productions, the powerhouse behind Japan’s most iconic superhero, is set to unleash a massive East Coast takeover by bringing the Ultraman phenomenon to life through immersive fan events, Kaiju-sized collaborations, hotly anticipated series premieres and more. As part of this cultural moment, Japan Society will open its doors to Japan’s greatest superhero for a one-night Family and Fan Celebration on November 18, 2025 at 6 PM. Free for attendees, the event invites audiences to experience the heroism and spirit of Ultraman in the U.S. like never before.   

Step into the world of Ultraman at Japan Society with one-night programming including: 

Ultraman Stage Battle

• Attendees will get to experience a high-octane live stage battle, as Ultraman squares up with Kaiju for the ultimate spectacle, bringing the Ultraman Universe to life! 

Ultraman Omega Premiere Screening plus One Episode of the Original Ultraman

• For the first time ever, Tsuburaya is making the English dubbed version of the unmissable and spectacular new chapter in the Ultraman Universe, Ultraman Omega, available for streaming in the U.S. on November 28, and audiences at Japan Society will be able to see the first episode dubbed in English ahead of this debut. Perfect for new fans, the standalone series tells the story of Ultraman Omega, who falls to Earth stripped of his memories and takes on a human identity as Sorato Okida. Drawn into battles against towering Kaiju by a mysterious, subconscious sense of duty, Sorato must defend the planet while forging deep connections with the humans around him. 

Ultraman Meet & Greet, Giveaways, and More

• Families and fans will not want to miss out on the opportunity for meet and greets and photo opportunities with Ultras and Kaiju for memories that will last a lifetime! Ultraman giveaways, souvenirs and more will round out the jam-packed evening of Ultra-surprises. 

About Ultraman

A 130 foot tall red and silver Giant of Light, Ultraman came to Earth from across the galaxy to protect humanity from invading aliens and giant monsters called Kaiju. Helmed by Tsuburaya Productions, the Ultraman Universe first debuted in 1966 with the launch of the television series Ultra Q. For nearly 60 years, the Ultraman franchise has spawned a record number of TV shows, films, video games and more. Tsuburaya’s partnership with Japan Society spotlights Ultraman’s surging popularity, after taking the U.S. by storm in 2024 with the animated feature film Ultraman: Rising, which landed on Netflix, gaining attention from both legacy fans and new audiences.  

Ultraman at American Dream

For even more Ultraman, attendees are encouraged to visit the American Dream for Ultraman events on November 15-16 and 22-23 from Tsuburaya Productions and Bandai Namco.

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Support for cultural programs is provided by Anime NYC, the Sandy Heck Lecture Fund, Jean Fan Colson and Daniel Colson, and Faith L. Taylor.

Japan Society programs are supported by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Japan Society’s 120th anniversary initiatives and related programs are generously supported by Champion Sponsor, MUFG Bank, Ltd.; Advocate Sponsor, Mizuho Americas; and Friend Sponsor, Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas).