'Fine' Magazine Features 60th Anniversary of Ultraman in Massive 80-Page Special Issue

The July 2026 issue of lifestyle magazine 'Fine' (No. 560), releasing on June 9, 2026, features a massive 80-page tribute to the 60th anniversary of the Ultraman series. Supervised by Tsuburaya Productions, the issue explores Ultraman's enduring appeal across the Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa eras through the lenses of fashion, art, hobbies, and travel. Key highlights include data analysis comparing the original 1966 42.8% viewership rating to modern sports events, and insights into the staggering sales of 111.26 million soft vinyl figures by Bandai as of March 2025. The feature also showcases graffiti-style art of 12 iconic characters, delves into the booming investment market for vintage soft vinyl figures, and includes interviews with avid collectors. Furthermore, the issue presents multifaceted analyses by celebrities like Tatsuomi Hamada and EXILE's Sekai, alongside a special dialogue between Hiroko Sakurai and director Takanori Tsujimoto. Fans can also find a sacred site pilgrimage guide covering Soshigaya-Okura and Sukagawa City, plus exclusive previews of the upcoming 'Ultraman Theo' series premiering in July 2026. Priced at 980 yen.