Must Know! Tomoya Warabino, The Main Actor of Ultraman Blazar 2023

Ultraman Blazar is the 33rd series of the Ultra Series, created by Tsuburaya Productions. The series aired on July 8, 2023 – January 20, 2024. The series was simulcast in 6 major Asian territories in their local languages as well as in English on Ultraman Official YouTube Channel and Ultraman Connection. Let's get to know Tomoya Warabino who plays the main character named Gento Hiruma from Ultraman Blazar.

Tomoya Warabino is a Japanese actor. Born on August 4, 1987 in Miyazaki Prefecture, Tomoya made his debut in 2006. He is best known for his roles in various Tokusatsu series such as Heart from the Kamen Rider Drive series and the main character of the Ultraman Blazar series, Gento Hiruma.

About Tomoya Warabino

Tomoya Warabino graduated from Miyakonojō Technical High School in Miyazaki Prefecture. Warabino was a member of A-Team and made his acting debut in 2006 under his real name. In the year-end special All-Star Thanksgiving, Warabino won the “Akasaka 5-chrome Mini Marathon” during his first appearance. On September 22, 2010, he was appointed as the ambassador of Miyazaki Prefecture and served until March 31, 2012. On February 1, 2024, he transferred to another talent agency, YStar.

In 2023, Tomoya Warabino plays Captain Gento Hiruma of Ultraman Blazar. In the announcement of Warabino starring in Blazar, he mentioned that he is married. This is the first time he has publicly announced his marital status.

Tomoya Warabino once played the role of Heart Roidmude from Kamen Rider Drive. Heart Roidmude is a Roidmude general who has the appearance of Shinzo Hiroi. Heart, originally named Roidmude 002, was one of the first Roidmudes produced by Dr. Tenjuro Banno. He later transformed into Kamen Rider Heart.

Tomoya Warabino celebrated his 27th birthday while filming the seventh episode of Kamen Rider Drive, then his 28th birthday while filming the forty-sixth episode of Drive.

In addition to television series, Tomoya Warabino has also played roles in several tokusatsu films. The Tokusatsu films he has played are Kamen Rider × Kamen Rider Drive & Gaim: Movie War Full Throttle, Kamen Rider Drive: Surprise Future, Kamen Rider × Kamen Rider Ghost & Drive: Super Movie War Genesis, Kamen Rider Drive Saga: Kamen Rider Heart, and Ultraman Blazar the Movie.

About Gento Hiruma

Gento Hiruma is the main character of the Ultraman Blazar series. He is the leader of SKaRD and transforms into Ultraman Blazar. While struggling as a middle manager from the pressure of his superiors and his team members, he also fights against attacks from kaiju and aliens. Tomoya Warabino is known for his ability to play serious roles while adding humor. He plays the main character of the Ultraman Blazar series named Gento Hiruma who is the captain of the squad and has a wife and child. Gento Hiruma transforms into Ultraman Blazar using the Blazer Stone, a crystal that is given the power of light, and the Blazar Brace.

Tomoya Warabino is increasingly known by tokusatsu fans after his roles in the Kamen Rider Drive and Ultraman Blazar series. He has proven his abilities in various roles and has succeeded in captivating the hearts of many viewers, especially as the main character in the Ultraman Blazar series. Hopefully his career will continue to shine and can inspire many people in the entertainment world.

About Ultraman Blazar

Ultraman Blazar is the 33rd series of the Ultra Series, created by Tsuburaya Productions. It aired from July 8, 2023 to January 20, 2024. It was simulcast in 6 major Asian territories in their local languages as well as in English on the Ultraman Official YouTube Channel and Ultraman Connection.

Ultraman Blazar tells the story of Gento Hiruma as the commander of SKaRD, short for Special Kaiju Reaction Detachment, a team that has been formed in secret. Leading a special unit that pilots giant Kaiju-type robot artillery, Earth Garon, to respond to Kaiju disasters. While Gento is ordered to investigate the Ultraman from the Battle of Bazanga, to determine whether or not it is a threat that needs to be eliminated, he has a flashback of a galaxy far away—a little memory of Blazar.

Captain Gento, enveloped by the light of Ultraman Blazar, with the unique members of the newly organized SKaRD, throw themselves into battle against the Kaiju with fearless courage and an unwavering sense of justice!