As part of the massive push on the East Coast that includes collaborations with restaurant chains, a live stage show at the American Dream, and the streaming premiere of Ultraman Omega‘s English dub, Tsuburaya Productions has added to this larger-than-life lineup of fan experiences by announcing a free to attend event at Japan Society NYC. On November 18th at 6PM EST, attendees will the experience of a lifetime, including a special screening of Ultraman Omega ahead of its US streaming premiere on November 28th, an epic stage show featuring Ultraman facing off against villainous kaiju threats, and a special meet & greet with the iconic superhero himself. Kaiju fans can RSVP ahead of the event by going to the official Japan Society website.
Here’s a full rundown of the special events happening at Japan Society in just a few short weeks:
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
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.
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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 spotlight 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.
This incredible event is family friendly, free to attend, and promises lifetime memories that the kaiju fan in your life will never forget. Ultraman is currently expanding in the United States with massive initiatives, collaborations, and special events, with the highly anticipated Ultraman LIVE stage show happening this month on November 15th & 23rd at American Dream in New Jersey, hosted by Ultraman: Rising voice actor Christopher Sean.
The event at Japan Society also coincides with the wide physical media release of Ultraman 4K Discovery by Alliance Home Entertainment, a project that reintroduces the original 1966 series through a high-definition 4K restoration, and is, per Tsuburaya “meticulously crafted to showcase the enduring artistry and universal themes that have cemented Ultraman’s place in global pop culture.”
Stay tuned for more updates on the Ultra Franchise on Kaiju United.
