Tokyo International News Agency

Actor Kenji Ohba, best known for his iconic role as Retsu Ichijouji in the 1982 tokusatsu hero series Space Sheriff Gavan , has passed away at the age of 72. Ohba was a renowned action star who flourished across various genres, including special effects productions, samurai dramas, and international films. Beginning his career as a suit actor, he won the hearts of many with his extraordinary physical prowess and intense, passionate performances. In his representative work, Space Sheriff Gavan , his transformation catchphrase "Jouchaku" (Electro-Magnetic Fusion) cemented his status as a legendary hero across generations. Following the sudden announcement, social media has been filled with expressions of shock and sorrow. Fans shared messages of gratitude such as "He was my eternal hero" and "I have lived my life holding the words 'Farewell tears, hello courage' in my heart." Others reminisced about his kind personality, recalling how he would offer ...

A new chapter in the history of “Space Sheriff Gavan,” long-awaited by fans, is about to begin. The main visual for the new series, “Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity,” announced as the first installment of “PROJECT R.E.D.,” has been unveiled, revealing that broadcasting will commence on Sunday, February 15, 2026. The released visual features three Space Sheriffs Gavan in red, silver, and gold. Named “Infinity,” “Bushido,” and “Luminous,” these Gavans are depicted as “bearers of the Gavan title” existing in different dimensions. This suggests a grand narrative unfolding across a multiverse (Cosmo Layer), a departure from the previous “Space Sheriff Gavan” setting where there was “only one” Gavan in the universe. Furthermore, the introduction of the series’ first giant combat robot, “Cosmo Gabarion GC-R,” has also been announced, with its appearance sparking much discussion among fans. The presence of a giant robot, previously unseen in the Metal Hero Series, suggests a development aki...