Ultraman Turns 60: Celebrating China-Japan Friendship! 🎉

Hey there, Ultraman fans! Did you know that our favorite giant hero is turning 60 soon? 🌟 That’s right! Ultraman, the iconic superhero from Japan, is gearing up for a big 60th birthday celebration in 2026. And guess what? The party has already started! 🎂

Adventure Begins at Expo 2025 Osaka

July 11 marked a special day as the Chinese National Pavilion Day at Expo 2025 Osaka kicked off. This exciting event is opening up new opportunities for China and Japan to share and enjoy each other’s cultures. It’s like a giant friendship festival! 🤝

Ultraman Exhibition in Shanghai

To celebrate Ultraman’s upcoming anniversary, a super cool themed exhibition is happening in Shanghai, a big city on the Chinese mainland. If you visit, you’ll see all sorts of amazing Ultraman stuff! Maybe even some of his famous battles against giant monsters! 🦸‍♂️🦖

A Message from Ultraman’s Creator

Masayuki Nagatake, the president of Tsuburaya Productions (that’s the company that made Ultraman!), shared some heartfelt words. He said that Ultraman stands for “courage, hope, and kindness.” Isn’t that awesome? 💖 He also talked about how working with Chinese friends has been wonderful over the years.

Exciting News for Travelers! ✈️

Here’s some great news if you love traveling: Starting November 30, 2024, China is making it easier for people from Japan and eight other countries to visit by waiving visa requirements. That means more chances for people to explore new places and make new friends! 🌍

A Year of Cultural Exchange 🎎

But wait, there’s more! China, Japan, and South Korea have agreed to make 2025 and 2026 the “China-Japan-South Korea Cultural Exchange Year.” This special time is all about learning from each other, sharing traditions, and having fun together. How cool is that? 🎊

Why This Matters to You

Ultraman has been a hero to many kids and grown-ups for almost 60 years. His stories teach us to be brave, hopeful, and kind. As we celebrate his big anniversary, it’s also a celebration of friendship between countries. Maybe you’ll get to join in the festivities or make friends from different places too! 🌟

So keep your eyes peeled for more Ultraman adventures, and let’s celebrate together! 🎉

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