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As Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon prepares to premiere in theaters next month and the second season looms large on the horizon, we've got another character trailer recapping the first season. This time, Vice Captain Soshiro Hoshina takes the spotlight. The character trailer, like others before it, highlights essential aspects of his personality and background—from his swordsmanship and fighting prowess to his goofier side. Related: Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Anime Releases Teaser Trailer, Gen Narumi Visuals The Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon omnibus will feature a condensed recap of the first season of Kaiju No. 8, followed by an original new episode titled Hoshina's Day Off . The new ending theme song by OneRepublic, titled "Invincible," will also debut in the feature. The film premieres in Japan on March 28, with North American screenings scheduled for April 13, 14 and 16. Tickets for North American screenings can be found here . Shueisha serializes the...

Kaiju No. 8 , the anime adaptation based on the popular science fiction / action manga, has published a new trailer focusing on the character of Kikoru Shinomiya (voiced by Fairouz Ai). Crunchyroll will simulcast the new season of Kaiju No. 8 , which broadcasts in Japan beginning in July 2025. Crunchyroll will also screen the Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon anime compilation film in North America on April 12, 14 and 16, 2025 . Kaiju No. 8 Kikoru Shinomiya Character Trailer Shueisha serializes the original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto in their Shonen Jump+ digital manga magazine. Viz Media also publishes an English language version of the series. Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya direct the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. Ichiro Okouchi provides the series composition, Tetsuya Nishio serves as chief animation director and character designer, Mahiro Maeda provides the kaiju design, Shinji Kimura serves as art director, and Yuta Bandoh provides the music.

Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment announced today that the upcoming Kaiju No. 8 omnibus film, titled Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon, will release in the United States and Canada starting April 13! The event-style screenings will debut on April 13, 14 and 16, and be available both in Japanese with English subtitles and an English dub. Other international releases will be announced at a later date. The Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon omnibus will feature a condensed recap of the first season of Kaiju No. 8, followed by an original new episode titled Hoshina's Day Off . The new ending theme song by OneRepublic, titled "Invincible," will also debut in the feature. The film opens in Japan on March 28 for a three-week run . Shueisha serializes the original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto in their Shonen Jump+ digital manga magazine. Viz Media also publishes an English-language version of the series. Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya...

Kaiju No. 8 , the anime adaptation based on the popular science fiction / action manga, has published a new trailer focusing on the character of Reno Ichikawa (voiced by Wataru Kato). The Kaiju No. 8 compilation film and the “Hoshina's Day Off” special episode will screen in Japanese theaters beginning on March 28, 2025, while the second season of Kaiju No. 8 TV anime will broadcast in Japan beginning in July 2025. Kaiju No. 8 Reno Ichikawa Character Trailer Shueisha serializes the original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto in their Shonen Jump+ digital manga magazine. Viz Media also publishes an English language version of the series. Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya direct the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. Ichiro Okouchi provides the series composition, Tetsuya Nishio serves as chief animation director and character designer, Mahiro Maeda provides the kaiju design, Shinji Kimura serves as art director, and Yuta Bandoh provides the music.

In advance of this month's Kaiju No. 8 compilation film, a series of character trailers is introducing us to the show's major players all over again. Today, a new video highlights the charisma, leadership and combat prowess of Mina Ashiro (voiced by Asami Seto). Check it out: Kaiju No. 8 Mina Ashiro Character Trailer Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Compilation Film Unveils Kafka Hibino Character Trailer The compilation film, along with the special episode "Hoshina's Day Off," will be screened in Japanese theaters starting March 28. The second season of the anime will premiere in July of this year. Shueisha serializes the original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto in their Shonen Jump+ digital manga magazine. Viz Media also publishes an English language version of the series. Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya direct the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. Ichiro Okouchi provides the series composition,...

A compilation film for the first season Kaiju No. 8 as well as the “Hoshina's Day Off” special episode will be screened in Japanese theaters beginning on March 28, 2025, and now a new character trailer (below) focusing on protagonist Kafka Hibino (voiced by Masaya Fukunishi) has been published. The second season of Kaiju No. 8 will begin broadcasting in Japan in July 2025. Kaiju No. 8 Kafka Hibino Character Trailer Shueisha serializes the original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto in their Shonen Jump+ digital manga magazine. Viz Media also publishes an English language version of the series. Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya direct the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. Ichiro Okouchi provides the series composition, Tetsuya Nishio serves as chief animation director and character designer, Mahiro Maeda provides the kaiju design, Shinji Kimura serves as art director, and Yuta Bandoh provides the music. Kaiju No. 8...

If you like giant monsters in a small package, then you're in luck, because Minute! Kaiju No. 8 – a mini-anime focusing on the carefree daily lives of the cast of the Kaiju No. 8 manga and TV anime – has officially launched on the Toho animation YouTube channel . New episodes of the short form series will be released on Fridays at 6:00 p.m. Jst. Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Uncovers 'Hoshina's Day Off' Special Episode Visual Shueisha serializes the original Kaiju No. 8 manga in their Shonen Jump+ digital manga magazine. Viz Media also publishes an English language version of the series. Shigeyuki Miya directs the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. Ichiro Okouchi provides the series composition, Tetsuya Nishio serves as chief animation director and character designer, Mahiro Maeda provides the kaiju design, Shinji Kimura serves as art director and Yuta Bandoh provides the music.

The Kaiju No. 8 Special Exhibition —a themed installation featuring some 120 pieces of art inspired by Naoya Matsumoto's hit shonen action / science fiction manga and its TV anime adaptation—is heading to the Gallery AaMo venue in Tokyo Dome City, Tokyo, Japan from September 13 – November 10, 2024. Ahead of that, a new “100 Views of Monsters” illustration (below) has been revealed for the exhibit. "100 Views of Monsters" illustration for the Kaiju No. 8 Special Exhibition The illustration features the members of the Kaiju Defense Force facing off against a giant monster assaulting the Tokyo Dome, and in real life the artwork measures an impressive 2.4 meters (7.8 feet) high by 3.1 meters (10.1 feet) wide. It has also been revealed that a 96-page exhibition booklet filled with graphics, illustrations and comments by Matsumoto will be for sale at the venue. Additionally, six sites at Tokyo Dome City will feature special collaboration menu food and beverage items for purchase,...

Popular anime series “Kaiju No. 8” may have just concluded its inaugural season on Crunchyroll, and the streaming service announced over the weekend that production is already underway on a sequel season.

Crunchyroll will broadcast the series’ return in 200 territitories and countries worldwide, with broadcast information Tba.

Production I.G (Psycho-Pass; Ghost in the Shell) animates the series, with kaiju artwork and design supervision by Studio Khara (Evangelion: New Theatrical Edition, Shin Godzilla (Pre Visualization Development)). The anime is adapted from the original manga created by Naoya Matsumoto.

The official synopsis: “In a world plagued by threatening creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka Hibino aspired to enlist in the Japan Defense Force to defeat them. Let’s wipe out the Kaiiju together. Kafka pledged to his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro. Over time, life circumstances forced them to go their separate ways and caused him to abandon his lifelong ambition. He found himself employed by Monster Sweeper,...

Hit Japanese anime series Kaiju No. 8 is getting a second season. Shortly after the credits rolled on the show’s season-one finale Saturday, global specialty streamer Crunchyroll revealed that work is already underway at the storied Japanese anime studio Production I.G for a follow-up story arc. Crunchyroll says it will stream the season two return of Kaiji No. 8 in over 200 countries, with the specific release plans to be revealed at a later date.

Kaiju No. 8 is adapted from the original manga created by Naoya Matsumoto. The show is animated by Production I.G (Ghost in the Shell) with kaiju artwork and design supervision by Studio Khara (Evangelion: New Theatrical Edition, Shin Godzilla).

The series is directed by Shigeyuki Miya (director and character designer of Onihei) and Tomomi Kamiya (Yotsuiro Biyori), with composition and scriptwriting by Ichiro Okouchi (Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury).

The show’s official...

Kafka Hibino’s story isn’t over! Following the end of Episode 12 of the anime series, a Kaiju No. 8 sequel was officially announced and Crunchyroll is confirming it will stream the series when it returns. No further details were announced for the Kaiju No. 8 continuation at the time of publication. Additionally, Koki Uchiyama (Soul in Soul Eater ) was confirmed to play the role of Gen Narumi, captain of the First Division. The first season of Kaiju No. 8 brought fans into the story of Kafka Hibino, Reno Ichikawa, Kikoru Shinomiya, and the rest of the Defense Force as they dealt with the fallout of the continuing kaiju campaign against humanity. The original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto is serialized in Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ manga magazine, and an English language version is also available from Viz Media. Shigeyuki Miya directs the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G..

Kaiju No. 8 , an ongoing TV anime based on the shonen science fiction / action manga, is getting a special exhibition that runs from September 13 – November 10, 2024, at the Gallery AaMo venue in Tokyo Dome City, Tokyo, Japan, and now a new key visual (below) has been published for the event. At the Kaiju No. 8 Special Exhibition , visitors take on the role of new cadets touring a Defense Force base as they view some 120 pieces of artwork as well life-sized props replicating the weapons and equipment of Kaiju No. 8 . The exhibition also features a “Kaiju Disaster Area” diorama and original character goods. Kaiju No. 8 Special Exhibition Visual Kaiju No. 8 Special Exhibition key visual The original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto is serialized in Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ manga magazine, and an English language version is also available from Viz Media. Shigeyuki Miya directs the Kaiju No. 8...

Kaiju No. 8 is finally here! The highly-anticipated anime adaptation of the popular manga has finally arrived, and fans are thrilled with the series and are already calling for a second season, despite the fact that we’ve just seen one episode so far. Based on the manga written and illustrated by Naoya Matsumoto, the Kaiju No. 8 anime is adapting the manga series that has been ongoing since 2020, with 11 volumes as of the time of writing. The series, as a whole, has been extremely popular and is currently one of the hottest shonen titles, which explains why anime is so popular as well. And while we are waiting for next week’s episode, we have found out just how many episodes the current season is going to have!

This information has been confirmed officially by the producers behind the series both on the official site, as well as on...

Kaiju No. 8 , an upcoming TV anime based on the shonen science fiction / action manga, has published a new character preview and visual for Soshiro Hoshina (voiced by Kengo Kawanishi), a member of the Anti-Kaiju Defense Force. The series premieres in Japan on April 13, 2024, and it will also stream on Crunchyroll as part of the spring 2024 anime simulcast lineup . The original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto is serialized in Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ manga magazine, and an English language version is also available from Viz Media. Shigeyuki Miya directs the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. The series also features series composition and scripts by Ichiro Okouchi, character designs and chief animation direction by Tetsuya Nishio, kaiju design by Mahiro Maeda, art direction by Shinji Kimura, and music by Yuta Bandoh. Soshiro Hoshina character visual Related: Crunchyroll to Stream Kaiju No. 8 Anime Alongside...

Crunchyroll is carving out a monster-sized home for the launch of the eagerly anticipated Kaiju No. 8. For the first time, the ultimate destination for anime will stream new episodes of the series live every week in more than 200 countries and territories around the world at the same time as it broadcasts in Japan, starting on Saturday, April 13 at 7:30 pm Ist.

The official key visual for the Anime:

Check the English Dub Trailer here:

In case fans miss it live, the new episodes of Kaiju No. 8 will be available on Crunchyroll every Saturday at 9 pm Ist. Subscribers can visit the official Kaiju No. 8 show page on Crunchyroll now to add it to their Watchlist as a reminder.

Additionally, Crunchyroll will be producing multiple dubs of Kaiju No. 8 in English, Latin American Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Castilian Spanish, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

Not only that, Crunchyroll...

Written and illustrated by Naoya Matsumoto, the Kaiju No. 8 manga series has been ongoing since 2020, with 11 volumes as of the time of writing. The series, as a whole, has been extremely popular and is one of the hottest shonen titles currently. Now, as expected from such a major hit series, the manga is going to receive an anime adaptation, whose premiere is scheduled for April 13, 2024, in Japan. The anime will be produced by Production I.G, one of the major anime production houses.

Now, ahead of the premiere, Crunchyroll is bringing some great news for international fans who are looking forward to the series. Namely, not only has Crunchyroll acquired the distribution rights to the series, but the streaming service “will also stream new episodes of the anime series live every week worldwide at the exact same time it broadcasts in Japan, starting Saturday, April 13 at 7:00 a.m. Pt.” This...

Updated : Added the English dub cast roles for Abigail Blythe as Kikoru Shinomiya, and Landon McDonald as Soshiro Hoshina. It’s almost time to squad up as the Kaiju No. 8 anime adaptation, based on the Shonen Jump+ manga by Naoya Matsumoto, premieres on April 13! For the first time, Crunchyroll will also stream new episodes of the anime series live every week worldwide at the exact same time it broadcasts in Japan, starting Saturday, April 13 at 7:00 a.m. Pt. The stream will be available in Japanese with English, Latin American Spanish, Portuguese, German and French subtitles. Afterward, new episodes of Kaiju No. 8 will be available on Crunchyroll every Saturday at 8:30 a.m. P.T., following the live broadcast. Uploaded subtitles will include English, Latin American Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Russian, Castilian Spanish and Arabic. Check out the Kaiju No. 8 showpage now so you can add it to your watchlist!

Kaiju No. 8 , an upcoming TV anime based on the shonen science fiction / action manga, has published a new character preview and visual for Kikoru Shinomiya (voiced by Fairouz Ai), a member of the Anti-Kaiju Defense Force. The series premieres in Japan on April 13, 2024, and it will also stream on Crunchyroll as part of the spring 2024 anime simulcast lineup. The original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto is serialized in Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ manga magazine, and an English language version is also available from Viz Media. Shigeyuki Miya directs the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. The series also features series composition and scripts by Ichiro Okouchi, character designs and chief animation direction by Tetsuya Nishio, kaiju design by Mahiro Maeda, art direction by Shinji Kimura, and music by Yuta Bandoh. Kikoru Shinomiya character visual Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Reno Ichikawa Character Video and Visual Crunchyroll describes Kaiju No.

Kaiju No. 8 , an upcoming TV anime based on the shonen science fiction / action manga, has published a new character preview and visual for Reno Ichikawa (voiced by Wataru Kato), a member of the Anti-Kaiju Defense Force. The series premieres in Japan on April 13, 2024, and it will also stream on Crunchyroll as part of the spring 2024 anime simulcast lineup. The original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto is serialized in Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ manga magazine, and an English language version is also available from Viz Media. Shigeyuki Miya directs the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. The series also features series composition and scripts by Ichiro Okouchi, character designs and chief animation direction by Tetsuya Nishio, kaiju design by Mahiro Maeda, art direction by Shinji Kimura, and music by Yuta Bandoh. Kaiju No. 8 Reno Ichikawa visual Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Monstrous New...

Kaiju No. 8 , an upcoming TV anime based on the shonen science fiction / action manga, has unveiled a new key visual (below) and a new teaser trailer. The series premieres in Japan on April 13, 2024, and it will also stream on Crunchyroll as part of the spring 2024 anime simulcast lineup. The original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto is serialized in Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ manga magazine, and an English language version is also available from Viz Media. Shigeyuki Miya directs the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. The series also features series composition and scripts by Ichiro Okouchi, character designs and chief animation direction by Tetsuya Nishio, kaiju design by Mahiro Maeda, art direction by Shinji Kimura and music by Yuta Bandoh. Kaiju No. 8 key visual Related: Crunchyroll Spring 2024 Dubs Include Kaiju No. 8, Konosuba Season 3 and More Crunchyroll describes Kaiju No. 8 : In a world...

Kaiju No. 8 , an upcoming TV anime based on the shonen science fiction / action manga, has published a new character visual (below) and character trailer that focuses on the protagonist of the series, Kafka Hibino (voiced by Masaya Fukunishi). The series premieres in Japan on April 13, 2024, and it will also stream on Crunchyroll as part of the spring 2024 anime simulcast lineup. The original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto is serialized in Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ manga magazine, and an English language version is also available from Viz Media. Shigeyuki Miya directs the Kaiju No. 8 TV anime at animation studio Production I.G. The series also features series composition and scripts by Ichiro Okouchi, character designs and chief animation direction by Tetsuya Nishio, kaiju design by Mahiro Maeda, art direction by Shinji Kimura, and music by Yuta Bandoh. Kafka Hibino character visual Related: Kaiju No. 8 TV Anime Announces April 13 Premiere,...

The Kaiju are coming! Today, the official Toho Animation YouTube channel unleashed a brand new trailer for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of the Kaiju No. 8 manga, revealing and previewing the opening and ending theme tunes from Yungblud and OneRepublic as well as an April 13 premiere in Japan. The opening theme from Yungblud is titled “Abyss,” while OneRepublic will perform the ending theme, “Nobody.” Yungblud is an English singer best known for songs featured in 13 Reasons Why and Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw . OneRepublic is an American band that rose to prominence with the international hit “Apologize,” a collaboration with music producer Timbaland, and featured in Top Gun Maverick with the single “I Ain't Worried.” Additionally, Sayaka Sembongi (Haru in Beastars ) was announced to play the role of Operations of the Third Division, Konomi Okonogi. Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Goes Running in 6th Scenery Visual The original...

The Kaiju are coming! Today, the official Toho Animation YouTube channel unleashed a brand new trailer for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of the Kaiju No. 8 manga, revealing and previewing the opening and ending theme tunes from Yungblud and OneRepublic as well as an April 13 premiere. The opening theme from Yungblud is titled “Abyss,” while OneRepublic will perform the ending theme, “Nobody.” Yungblud is an English singer best known for songs featured in 13 Reasons Why and Fast & Furious: Hobbs & Shaw . OneRepublic is an American band that rose to prominence with the international hit “Apologize,” a collaboration with music producer Timbaland, and featured in Top Gun Maverick with the single “I Ain't Worried.” Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Goes Running in 6th Scenery Visual The original Kaiju No. 8 manga by Naoya Matsumoto is serialized on Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ , with an English language version available from Viz Media.