Whose name will go down in history as the first ever World Champion?

Marking the 60th anniversary of the ULTRAMAN series,
the inaugural "ULTRAMAN CARD GAME" World Championship,
"ULTRA LEAGUE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2026"
will be held in May 2026 in Tokyo, Japan!

SINGAPORE, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS Co, Ltd. (Head Office: Shibuya, Tokyo, President & COO: Masayuki Nagatake) announces the inaugural "Ultra League World Championship 2026" tournament for its "Ultraman Card Game" trading card game! This event will be held on May 9 and 10, 2026, at the Sunshine City Exhibition Hall B in Tokyo, Japan.

To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Ultraman series' original broadcast, the strongest Ultra Leaguers from 23 regions around the world will gather and battle it out in exhilarating card battles for the title of first-ever World Champion.

The World's Strongest "Ultra Leaguers" Will Gather!

Qualifying events will be held in various regions around the world, and only the strongest players will advance to the Ultra League World Championship 2026.

Among them, a select few will be "Sponsored Players", whose travel expenses and tournament participation fees will be covered by the company.

"ULTRA LEAGUE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2026" Event Overview

Event Date: May 9-10, 2026
Venue: Ikebukuro Sunshine City, World Import Mart Building, 4F Exhibition Hall B (3 Chome-1 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo Japan)
Format: Two-Deck, Best-of-3

Promotional Video: https://youtu.be/OfIQdj76HfY 
Official Website: https://ultraman-cardgame.com/page/sg/wcs

Participant Breakdown (Total 143 players)

• Asia

Japan: 32
MainlandChina: 20
Korea: 16
Taiwanregion: 11
Hong Kong SAR: 11
Singapore: 6
Malaysia: 6
Indonesia: 6
Vietnam: 5
Philippines: 4
Thailand: 6
Australia: 4

• North America

United States, Mexico, and Canada: 12

• Europe

Italy, other EU countries: 4

• The Participant Breakdown is an estimate and subject to change.
• Please check the official website for the schedule of Area Qualifiers in each region.
• The "Ultra League" App will be used for each Area Qualifier.
• If the organizer determines that there is suspicion of multiple accounts being used to apply, the application and eligibility to participate will be invalidated without notice.

「ULTRA LEAGUE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2026」Emblem

The emblem is designed as a shield on a sphere with an image of the earth. The diversity of colours expresses the "Unite" message of "Ultra League".

Introducing the Ultra League Judge Program

We will be launching the official "Ultra League Judge Program" prior to the Championship. This program is a qualification system designed to establish an environment where all "Ultra Leaguers" can participate fairly and enjoyably in official and certified tournaments.

Only certified judges who have passed a rigorous screening and tests will be qualified to be involved in tournament operations. As the game's custodians, certified judges take on the following important roles:

• Making fair rulings based on official rules.
• Ensuring the smooth progression of a tournament.
• Responding swiftly when issues arise.
• Providing appropriate support and advice to players.

We have prepared special benefits, including promotional (PR) cards, for those who obtain judge certification. We look forward to receiving applications from those who can contribute to the development of the Ultra League, and in building a healthy competitive environment.

Schedule

We will conduct an online examination starting in August 2025 and will certify those who pass as judges. Those who successfully obtain this qualification will begin their activities as judges!

Emblem

The emblem is designed with scales as a motif symbolizing fairness, yet it is crafted to also evoke a feeling of warmth. This emblem is scheduled to be used on items such as promotional (PR) cards, which will be distributed exclusively to judges.

ULTRAMAN CARD GAME

【Official Site】
https://ultraman-cardgame.com/

Register here
https://ultraman-cardgame.com/page/sg/sign-up

"Ultraman Card Game" is a trading card game that combines gameplay and collectability for both children and adults based on the world of the Ultraman Series.

【Ultraman Card Game Product Information】

• Official Name: Ultraman Card Game
• Regions of sale: Japan, MainlandChina, Korea, Taiwanregion, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand, Australia, United States, Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, France
• Place of sale: Mass retailers, toy stores, trading card specialty stores, etc. in each region.

© TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS Co., Ltd.

【Product Line-up】

Heroes of Hyper Space【SD01】: Now on Sale
The Bonds of Zero【SD02】: Now on Sale
Guardians of the Earth【BP01】: Now on Sale
Ultraman: Rising【EXD01】: Now on Sale
Vortex of Crimson and Azure【BP02】: Now on Sale
Shadow of Undying Vengeance【BP03】: Now on Sale
Ω to the Future【SD03】: Releasing on 25 July 2025 (Fri)
Gleam of Eternal Hope【BP04】: Releasing on 1 August 2025 (Fri)

About Tsuburaya Productions

Tsuburaya Productions is a global entertainment company providing content, products and services full of creativity and innovation. Since the airing of Ultra Q and Ultraman in 1966, the company has continued to create characters and stories that are loved by fans worldwide.

TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS Official Global Site:https://tsuburaya-prod.com/
Ultraman Card Game Official Website:https://ultraman-cardgame.com/   

About Ultraman Card Game

The Ultraman Card Game is a dynamic trading card game developed by Tsuburaya Productions, bringing the iconic Ultraman universe to life through strategic gameplay and collectible cards. Designed for fans of all ages, the game features high-quality artwork showcasing Ultraman's heroes, kaiju, and special moves, offering both engaging play and collectibility. With simultaneous releases in multiple languages across various regions, the Ultraman Card Game invites players around the world to explore the rich legacy of Ultraman, engage in epic battles, and grow their collections.

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