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Toei Announces New Tokusatsu Drama 'Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn' Premiering July 26
Toei has announced a new tokusatsu drama, 'Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn,' as the second series in its 'PROJECT R.E.D.' franchise. The show, premiering July 26, 2026, on TV Asahi, follows a treasure hunter who teams up with a horned beast king to battle other hunters. The main cast and a key visual have been revealed, while the schedule suggests the current series, 'Gavan Infinity,' will conclude after only six months.





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Who
Toei Co., Ltd.
What
New tokusatsu drama 'Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn' announced
When
June 21, 2026 (announcement)
Where
TV Asahi network (24 stations, Japan)
- New tokusatsu drama 'Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn' announced
- Cast and main visual revealed on June 21
- Teaser PV '-Awakening-' released on YouTube and TTFC
- Series follows treasure hunter Shouto who awakens horned beast king Enkaku
- Hunters use Ego Gear to summon horned beasts in battles
Toei Co., Ltd. has unveiled its latest tokusatsu (special effects) drama, 'Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn' (角醒ハンター オメガホーン), set to premiere on July 26, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. on TV Asahi's 24-station network. This new series is the second installment of the 'PROJECT R.E.D.' franchise, following the currently airing 'Cho Uchuu Keiji Gavan Infinity' (Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity). The announcement was made on June 21, 2026, along with the first cast details and a main visual.
The main visual depicts a roaring, horned giant beast (referred to as a 'kakujuu' or horned beast) alongside a red hero holding a megaphone-like item, accompanied by the catchphrase, 'Raise your voice!' A teaser promotional video, titled '-Awakening-,' has also been released on the official 'PROJECT R.E.D.' YouTube channel and Toei's streaming service TTFC, showing the red hero awakening a giant beast with prominent horns.
The story follows a treasure hunter named Shouto of Flame, who lives a hand-to-mouth existence by selling ancient artifacts he excavates. His life changes when he discovers a set of 'Ego Gear' items and a horn-awakening device called an Omega Horn, which seals the legendary 'Horned Beast King' Enkaku. Enkaku, who can also take a human form, recognizes Shouto's strong ego—a core theme of the series—and names him 'Captain Omega Horn,' compelling him to battle other hunters known as 'horned beast hunters.' These hunters use various Ego Gear to summon horned beasts and compete in 'hunter battles' to capture each other's Ego Gear.
The main cast includes Sho Narahara as Shouto of Flame / Captain Omega Horn, Masato Kunigami as the horned beast Enkaku, Nanaha Itose as the fellow hunter Giriko of Hazan, Shogo Tazuru as the warlord Ibaru of Zetsubou, and Eito Konishi as the horned beast Zetsuenkaku. The series marks the second entry in PROJECT R.E.D., a tokusatsu hero franchise launched in 2026 to occupy the Sunday morning timeslot previously held by the Super Sentai series. Observers note that the arrival of 'Omega Horn' in July suggests that 'Gavan Infinity,' which began in February 2026, may only run for a single half-year season, shorter than typical Toei productions.
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Why This Matters
For tokusatsu fans and industry watchers, this announcement signals a shift in Toei's Sunday morning strategy—the departure from Super Sentai to the new PROJECT R.E.D. franchise, and the potentially shortened run of Gavan Infinity (only six months), suggests a test of new formats and shorter serialization. This could open up more diverse tokusatsu content in the timeslot, affecting viewing habits and merchandising plans.
Timeline & Sources
Feb 1, 2026
WirePROJECT R.E.D. launches with first series 'Cho Uchuu Keiji Gavan Infinity'.
Apr 1, 2026
Wire'Gavan Infinity' introduces a character based on 'Sekai Ninja Sen Jiraiya' (episode 10).
Jun 21, 2026
WireToei announces 'Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn' and reveals cast and main visual.
Jun 21, 2026
WireTeaser PV '-Awakening-' released on YouTube and TTFC.
Jul 26, 2026
Wire'Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn' premieres on TV Asahi.