Ultraman Ginga S: Ultraman Ginga Strium First Look, UPG Formed

The Facbook page of Tsubaraya Productions has revealed the first look of Ultraman Ginga Strium. This is the new powered up version of Ultraman Ginga. The bracelet on Ginga's left arm is called the Strium bracelet. It was given to him by the 6 Ultra brothers:  Ultraman, Zoffy, Ultraseven, Jack, Ace, and Taro.

A new "special investigation team"  called UPG/Ultra Party Guardians (Tokusō Chīmu `UPG') will emerge because of the new crisis and the arrival of Ultraman Victory. Members of the team includes Hikaru Raidou (aka Ginga) and will be joined by Tomoya Ichijouji. Two new members will be introduced for the 2nd season:

• Captain Yoshiaki Jinno played by Ryuichi Ohura (Kamen Rider Decade: All Rider Vs Dai-Shocker). He has a gentle heart and loves house plants and herbal teas.
• Gouki Matsumoto played by Takahiro Kato (Shougeki Gouraigan). Has a black belt in Karate which means he has a well-built body. Laughs loudly and he can easily reveal secrets when drunk.
• Arisa Sugita played by (Kamen Rider W Returns: Kamen Rider Accel/Space Sheriff Gavan The Movie). The only female in the group, she is charge of the vehicles, has great aim, strength of a man and serious in combat.

Koichi Sakamoto will be helming the director so expect an action-packed season. This will be Sakamoto's latest Ultraman work in 5 years. Ultraman Ginga S run for 16 episodes and broken into 2 parts of 8 episodes.  The first season will start on July 15th and the 2nd season will air from November 4th to December 23rd.