Ultraman Teo Reveals Main Cast and Pet Monster for 60th Anniversary Series

The main cast and a new "pet monster" for the upcoming Ultraman series, Ultraman Teo, have been announced. The series is scheduled to premiere on July 4, 2026, in Japan, with multi-language broadcasts and distribution planned for the same period.

The story follows a lone alien who arrives on Earth after his home planet is destroyed. Taking the form of a university student, Ikki Hikaruishi (played by Ao Iwasaki), he joins the university's Astronomy Research Club. The club members are veterinary students who find themselves confronting monsters, questioning whether these giant threats can also be protected as living beings.

The series marks the 60th anniversary of the Ultraman franchise. Production notes describe it as a "special effects youth drama" about growth and the bonds formed between the alien and his new human friends.

Main Cast Details

The core cast consists of Ikki's fellow club members at Meishin University.

Emma Kazama is played by Amane Kamiya. The 21-year-old club president is described as bright and protective of her friends, with a unique talent for giving nicknames to monsters. Kamiya is represented by Toho Entertainment.

Kanna Izumi is portrayed by Noa Nakada. A 21-year-old member focused on becoming an animal prosthetist, Kanna is skilled with machines but less interested in socializing. Nakada is also with Toho Entertainment.

Rintaro Hiura is played by Yu Uemura of Horipro. The 20-year-old veterinary student appears aloof and logical but hides a gentle nature, particularly towards the pet monster, Pucchi.

Wataru Tomabechi is brought to life by Ryoma Morimoto of AJ Executive. At 33, Tomabechi is a former rescue worker who returned to university to pursue veterinary medicine.

Introducing Pucchi, the Pet Monster

A new character, the small "pet monster" Pucchi, was also unveiled. Found by Ikki in the mountains near the university, Pucchi is described as gentle, innocent, and fond of donuts, but also possessing a special ability.

The voice of Pucchi will be provided by veteran voice actress Yu Kobayashi. Kobayashi, known for winning a Seiyu Award alongside Mamoru Miyano, will voice Pucchi.

Filming for the university scenes took place at Azabu University in Kanagawa, a school with a renowned veterinary program. University staff and professors consulted on the script and classroom scenes.

Ultraman Teo begins its Japanese broadcast on TV Tokyo and affiliated stations on July 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM JST. Domestic streaming will be available on TVer, Netflix, TSUBURAYA IMAGINATION, and the official Ultraman YouTube channel. The series is produced by Tsuburaya Productions, TV Tokyo, and Dentsu.

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