“Return of Ultraman” (帰ってきたウルトラマン), Original Release Japanese Movie Poster 1971, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) E143

This is an original Japanese B2 theatrical poster printed in 1971 for the first cinema release of Return of Ultraman. Produced by Tsuburaya Productions and distributed by Toho as part of the Toho Champion Festival, the film brought the television series’ two-part confrontation with Gudon and Twin Tail to the big screen.

The striking composition features a commanding portrait of Ultraman Jack above a dramatic battle scene, with the two monsters towering over a devastated city. Bold red Japanese title lettering, vivid blue skies and a distinctive musical-note border give the design an unmistakable early-1970s character.

The Japanese tagline across the top reads “Tokyo is in desperate peril! Stand up, our Ultraman!”, capturing the excitement and urgency of the film’s monster battles.

Condition & presentation
The poster is in excellent overall condition, with strong colours and impressive visual impact. There is light handling wear and a small tear at the lower edge, clearly shown in the close-up photograph. Once framed, this poster will display excellently. Please examine the detailed imagery for its precise condition.

Why this poster matters
Return of Ultraman helped launch a new era of the franchise, introducing the hero now known as Ultraman Jack and becoming a defining production of Japan’s early-1970s monster boom.

This theatrical design brings together the hero and two of the series’ most memorable creatures in a lively example of Showa-era tokusatsu advertising. Its combination of expressive monster imagery, bold typography and large-scale action makes it an appealing piece for collectors of Ultraman, kaiju and original Japanese cinema posters.

55 years old!

Excellent overall condition.
Not a reproduction or re-print.
Please refer to the imagery as this is the exact poster that is for sale.