THE ASAHI SHIMBUN
This "kaiju" monster in "Neo Ultra Q" loves to do laundry. Staff members say the design of the monster has received a favorable reception from women and children on the set. The person at the left is director Kiyotaka Taguchi. (The Asahi Shimbun)
The production crew shoots a scene with the "stink monster." (The Asahi Shimbun)
Former cast members of the classic "Ultra Seven" series, from left, Yuriko Hishimi, Koji Moritsugu, and composer Toru Fuyuki (The Asahi Shimbun)
Science fiction buffs and collectors are anticipating the 50th anniversary next year of Tsuburaya Productions Co., known for "Ultraman" and other sci-fi shows and films, which is preparing commemorative offerings and new and digitally remastered shows.