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under Ultraman

2022 marks the 25th anniversary of Ultraman Dyna, the second instalment in the fan-favourite Tiga/Dyna/Gaia (aka TDG) trilogy. As part of the celebrations, Tsuburaya Productions have announced that Ultraman Chronicle D will premiere on January 29th next year! Presented by Ultraman Trigger‘s own alien Metron Marlulu and the mascot monster Deban, the series has been promised as “a brand new series for fans from every generation”. Though Tsuburaya have said to stay tuned to find out what the D in the title stands for, much like the previous Ultraman Chronicle shows it is likely that this will bring new viewers up to speed with the story of Ultraman Dyna – along with a few other surprises along the way.

As usual, the show will be available to watch on the Ultraman Official YouTube channel shortly after its Japanese TV broadcast.

under Super Sentai

A new Super Sentai means new merchandise!

Today we have our first official images for the first quarter of the 46th Super Sentai series, Avataro Sentai DonBrothers! This quarters’ releases will include:

*A Change Hero set of action figures for each of the DonBrothers- Don Momotaro, Saru Brother, Oni Sister, Kiji Brother & Inu Brother– with special weapons. Each Change Hero figure is sold individually for 1650 Yen and a boxset of all five will be available for 8250 Yen.

*The DX DonBlaster! This is the signature weapon & henshin device of the Avataro Sentai. The DonBlaster draws power from the unique Avataro Gears. The DX DonBlasters’ release will include 2 Avataro Gears- Don Momotaro & ZenKaiser. This release will cost 5280 Yen.

*The DX Donbra Buckle acts as a carrying case for the Avataro Gears. This release includes the Gears for Saru Brother, Oni Sister, Kiji Brother & Inu Brother. The DX Donbra Buckle will cost 2970 Yen.

*The DX Zangla Sword– signature weapon of Don Momotaro! This weapon is priced at 4950 Yen.

*The DX Enya Ridon– Don Momotaro’s personal vehicle! First Mecha in the DonBrothers line, the Enya Ridon will cost 4950 Yen.

*And finally, the DX Don ZenkaiOh! This special set is a release of the Enya Ridon bundled with a repack of Zenkaigers’ DX Zenkai Zyuran to complete the double-sided combination. DX Don ZenkaiOh is priced at 8250 Yen.

All this amazing Avataro Sentai DonBrothers will be hitting your preferred tokusatsu dealer in January/February 2022!

under Super Sentai

More information about the 46th Super Sentai series has appeared!

This time, we get to see the first MECHA configuration for the new series Avataro Sentai DonBrothers. It appears DonBrothers will be compatible with the current Super Sentai series- Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger. Red Ranger Don Momotaro will make his first appearance in Zenkaiger in January 2022 & according to certain rumors both Zenkaiger & Zenkai Zyuran will appear in DonBrothers as supporting characters.

Don Momotaro will use his personal vehicle- the EnyaRidon to combine with Zyuran & create Don ZenkaiOh!

Avataro Sentai DonBrothers begins March 6 2022. Stay tuned to TokuNation for further details on this new chapter in Super Sentai history!

under Super Sentai

An official announcement of the 46th Super Sentai series Avataro Sentai DonBrothers has just been published!

This Sentai series is inspired by the folk tale Momotaro with each of the five DonBrothers taking on an appearance from a character in the legendary story.

DonBrothers’ head writer is none other than tokusatsu legend Toshiki Inoue– this will be his first Super Sentai project in 30 years! Suit actor turned action director Hirofumi Fukuzawa will remain on hand to helm the series.

Fans eager to see new Red Ranger Don Momotaro in action will not have to wait long- the character will make an introductory appearance in the 42nd episode of Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger– currently scheduled to air January 9 2022!

A press conference will be held in early February 2022 fully introducing the DonBrothers team.

Avataro Sentai DonBrothers will begin airing on March 6 2022!

under Super Sentai

Toei has published the first official images of the 46th Super Sentai Series- Avataro Sentai DonBrothers!

DonBrothers is a five-member Sentai team consisting of:

*Red Ranger Don Momotaro
*Blue Ranger Saru Brother
*Yellow Ranger Oni Sister
*Pink Ranger Kiji Brother
*Black Ranger Inu Brother

In deference to traditional suit actors, KijiBrother & InuBrother will apparently be computer-animated Rangers!

The DonBrothers team will channel the success of the Sentai Gears with a new model of equipment known as Avataro Gears. The teams’ signature weapon is the DonBlaster– a double barrelled pistol with Gear features. Don Momotaro carries a unique weapon- the Zanglass Sword that can also use Gears.

Lastly, a quick promotional shot gives us a look at Don Momotaro’s personal vehicle- the EnyaRideon!

Avataro Sentai DonBrothers is expected to begin in 2022. Stay tuned to TokuNation as we keep you up to date on this new chapter in Super Sentai history!

under Godzilla, Power Rangers

The team at Boom! Studios has announced a special new Power Rangers crossover comic!

This time, the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers will face off against the King of the Monsters himself- GODZILLA!

A quick teaser description offers some insight into the backstory for this unique event:


“When Rita Repulsa uses an ancient artifact to transport herself to a universe without Power Rangers, she finds herself in a world with aliens, kaiju, and… Godzilla! Hoping to annihilate this new foe, Rita hurls her own terrible creatures into battle. But she never expects that the Rangers have followed her to this alternate reality, pitting the Dinozords themselves head-to-head with the King of the Monsters!”

Written by Collen Bunn with artwork by Freddie E. William II Godzilla VS Mighty Morphin Power Rangers is expected to release in March 2022!

under Ultraman

Tsuburaya Productions has filed an official trademark for the next entry in the Ultraman franchise.

The 2022 Ultra series will be known as Ultraman Decker! Please note- official English spelling for this new Ultra has not been confirmed at time of writing.

Stay tuned for TokuNation for further details on this new chapter in Ultra history!

under Ultraman

The long-awaited Ultraman feature by legendary director Hideaki Anno is finally heading to theaters!

Originally scheduled for a 2021 release, the Shin Ultraman project was delayed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Now at last a new release date has been confirmed- Shin Ultrman will arrive in theaters May 13 2022!

A new teaser for the project has also been released:

Stay tuned to TokuNation for further details on this new chapter in Ultra history!

under General Tokusatsu News

Studio TRIGGER has confirmed the next entry in the Gridman universe!

Following the brief teaser earlier this year we now have further details on the upcoming crossover project between SSSS Gridman & SSSS Dynazenon! Instead of a series the two worlds will collide in a full feature film!

A promo video for the project has also been released:

Gridman X Dynazenon is expected to hit theaters in 2022!

under Contests and Giveaways, TokuNation

It’s time once again for our Toku Toy Box Giveaway, a staple of TokuNation‘s history.  Every year in December we give away tokusatsu toys and collectibles to our readers, fans, and followers – just because you’re great!

This year will be a little bit different than years past.  The global pandemic has hit us all in some way, shape, or form and our staff is no exception.  Previously we would require everyone to register on our forums and comment on special galleries for the entirety of the month.  Unfortunately we were unable to prepare any galleries in time for Toku Toy Box 2021.

This year everything will be given away on our Twitter account – @TokuNation – with simple “Follow, Like, RT” rules in place.  We’re also incredibly delighted to share our two sponsors for this year’s Toku Toy Box – Tokullectibles.com and Team Kamen Rider of Bluefin Brands/Bandai-Namco!  Unfortunately, due to increased shipping costs and numerous shipping delays, as well as legalities with having sponsored companies donating items, this year we will only be opening Toku Toy Box to residents in the United States.  We are hoping to have an international giveaway sometime in the spring so for our international followers please stay tuned for more info!

And now for the goodies!  This year we’re incredibly excited to be giving away the following items:

  • CSM Sengoku Driver Project Ark Edition (courtesy Tokullectibles.com)
  • CSM Zeronos Belt
  • Legend Typhoon Belt (courtesy Tokullectibles.com)
  • Legend Makeover Belt Arcle – Kuuga (courtesy Tokullectibles.com)
  • SH Figuarts Shinkocchou Seihou Kamen Rider Decade Neo Decadriver Version
  • SH Figuarts Shinkocchou Seihou Kamen Rider OOO
  • Kamen Rider Zero-One Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Kamen Rider Zi-O Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Kamen Rider Build Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Kamen Rider OOO Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Kamen Rider W Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Kamen Rider Decade Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Kamen Rider Faiz Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Kamen Rider Den-O Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Kamen Rider Kuuga Plushie (courtesy Team Kamen Rider)
  • Power Rangers Lightning Collection Dino Thunder Red Ranger
  • Power Rangers Lightning Collection Dino Charge Red Ranger
  • Power Rangers Lightning Collection Psycho Blue Ranger (GameStop)
  • Power Rangers Lightning Collection Goldar (GameStop)
  • Power Rangers Lightning Collection Lord Zedd
  • Power Rangers Lightning Collection Mighty Morphin White Ranger
  • Power Rangers Lightning Collection Pumpkin Rapper
  • Power Rangers Lightning Collection SPD B Squad Blue Ranger vs A Squad Blue Ranger

These items will be grouped together for a series of giveaways leading up to the end of the year!  Again – make sure you’re following us on Twitter at @TokuNation!  Happy Holidays and thanks for being one of our awesome readers/followers/fans!