Tokusatsu

Tokusatsu is a Japanese genre of live-action entertainment characterized by the use of special effects, costumes, and elaborate set pieces. It often features heroes, monsters, and science fiction elements, with popular examples including "Godzilla," "Kamen Rider," and "Super Sentai" (the basis for "Power Rangers"). The genre emphasizes action, inventive creature design, and imaginative storytelling, blending practical effects like costumes and explosions with post-production techniques. Tokusatsu appeals to a broad audience, celebrating heroism, technology, and fantasy through visually dynamic spectacles that have a rich history in Japanese media.