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If you want a quick pulse on what fans are queueing up right now, this week’s watchlist on Crunchyroll is a busy mix of new premieres and returning favorites. You will see fresh adaptations sitting right beside long running hits, with fantasy epics and sci fi romps trading places across the lineup.

Below is a simple countdown that follows the exact order you provided, now reversed. Each entry gives quick plot context and core production or cast details so you can spot what fits your mood at a glance.

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Based on ‘Tsuyokute New Saga’, this series follows the hero who defeats the Demon King only to...

A date has been locked in for Aniplex Online Fest 2025 , which has the streaming event gearing up for its sixth consecutive year. Over 20 anime titles and more than 40 guests will be featured during the stream, which will go live worldwide in both English and Japanese on the official Aniplex YouTube channel on September 13 at 1:00 a.m. Pacific Time / 5:00 p.m. Japan Time. The official visual for Aniplex Online Fest 2025, featuring the art of Solo Leveling character designer Tomoko Sudo, was revealed along with the rest of the details. You can see the illustration above. So far, Aniplex has teased “new series reveals and surprise guest appearances” during the event,...

Hear that in the distance? The booming stomps are getting closer and closer… they’re almost upon us… wait, They’Re Right Outside! Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 is finally here, and you can officially watch the first episode of the new season on Crunchyroll starting today. If you need some catching up, or if you’ve just been wondering what’s so special about Naoya Matsumoto’s series in the first place, dig into our guide below to get ready! In this article: Release Date and Exact Time Where to Watch Official Trailers Characters and Voice Actors Anime Staff Anime Key Visuals Plot More When is Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Coming Out? English Sub Release Date: Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 premieres on July 19, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time with a special stream that kicks off at the same time as Japan. The regular stream follows at 7:30 a.m. Pt. The...

Let’s get real for a moment. The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You or Hyakkano has always been crazy in the best possible way. It’s a rom-com where the main guy is literally cursed to love 100 girls, or else they’ll Die. Drama? Chaos? Double check. Pure, unfiltered love? Well, apparently, yes.

The anime just went Full Send with a world-record-breaking love confession that made Guinness World Records “Yup, that’s the longest one we’ve ever seen.” You heard that right. Rentaro Aijo, our overachieving harem king, dropped a 7,453-character love speech. It was just so excessively long, so passionately intense, and so insane that it earned the title of ‘Longest Love Speech in a Japanese Anime.’

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If you’re new here, welcome to The 100 Girlfriends or Hyakkano, where Rentaro doesn’t just fall for one girl.

Protagonist Rentaro Aijo’s lengthy declaration of love from The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You anime has officially been recognized as the longest monologue in a Japanese-language animation by Guinness World Records.

Rentaro’s record-setting speech, which was delivered by voice actor Wataru Kato, consists of 7,453 Japanese characters.

The monologue was featured in the 24th and final episode of the anime’s second season, which aired on March 30, 2025. In the scene, Rentaro passionately details the specific things he loves about each of his girlfriends.

Guinness World Records officially certified the achievement and a ceremony was held on June 25, 2025, where Kato was presented with the official certificate.

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Rentaro is no stranger to big numbers, having acquired eleven girlfriends across two anime seasons on his way to a 100-member harem, but he's got an even bigger one to his name: 7,453. That's the official number of characters that make up his iconic speech listing everything he loves about his girlfriends, delivered at the end of The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 2's final episode , which has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the "Longest Speech in Japanese Animation". Wataru Kato, the voice of Rentaro, accepted the certificate at a ceremony held today. Related: The Subversive Genius of The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Hikaru Sato ( Dropkick on My Devil! ) directed The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You anime at Bilbury Animation Studios, with Takashi Aoshima ( Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out! ) on series composition and Akane Yano...

Upcoming action fantasy light novel to TV anime adaptation May I Ask for One Final Thing? published a new character trailer today that focuses on Julius von Paristan (voiced by Wataru Katoh), the crown prince of Paristan who is known for being handsome and popular. The series broadcasts in Japan in the fall season of 2025. May I Ask for One Final Thing? Julius von Paristan Character Trailer AlphaPolis publishes the original May I Ask for One Final Thing? light novels in Japan under their Regina Books imprint. Nana Otori writes and Satsuki illustrates the series, and AlphaPolis also publishes a manga adaptation with artwork by Sora Honoki. Alpha Manga publishes an English language version of the manga. Kazuya Sakamoto directs the TV anime at animation studio Liden Films Kyoto Studio. Deko Akao provides the series composition, Eriko Haga provides the character designs and Hinako Tsubakiyama provides the music. May I Ask for One Final Thing?...

Witch Watch might have stolen the attention of comedy lovers in the summer 2025 season, but another 2023 anime series was blatant with its usage of humor. The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You anime aired from 2023 to 2025, spanning 24 episodes and two seasons, and won over fans with its parody nature.

In fact, The 100 Girlfriends became so popular for poking fun at the harem genre with self-aware jokes and numerous comic cliches that fans even began comparing it to Ghost Stories. Ghost Stories is a 20-episode anime series from 1994 that became a huge hit amongst Western audiences for its peculiar English dub.

The 100 Girlfriends has cemented its place in the comedy genre

The 100 Girlfriends is the definition of ‘don’t judge a book by its cover,’ or in this anime’s case, by its name. Because the moment anyone hears its name, they are almost forced to assume...

A high school-style training academy is the setting for Tomomi Kamiya and Shigeyuki Miya’s punky anime tale of a volunteer army’s battle against the Godzilla-like kaiju

Kaiju, as Japanophiles will know, are Godzilla-style giant monsters that double up as A-bomb and/or natural disaster metaphors, and Naoya Matsumoto’s YA spin is a smart addition to the outsized genre. This film is an omnibus recap of the 2024 TV anime’s first season, directed by Tomomi Kamiya and Shigeyuki Miya, and tacking on a new 20-minute episode. Taking place in a high-school-style training academy for anti-kaiju troops, it plays like Pacific Rim meets Starship Troopers meets The Incredible Hulk.

Kafka (voiced by Masaya Fukunishi) wants to join the Defense Force like his childhood buddy Mina (Asami Seto), who has become the kaiju-reaping star of the outfit. But having flunked the entrance exam, he is stuck as part of the...

There’s typical harem anime with useless protagonists and then there’s The 100 Girlfriends Who Really Love You with Rentaro Aijo at its center. Many people detest the harem genre due to how ridiculous things can get. However, although The 100 Girlfriends is absurd too, it is way more thoughtful than other harem anime overall.

The anime mocks the genre while honoring its spirit. The main character has numerous partners and is on the path to taking the number to a hundred. What makes The 100 Girlfriends more enjoyable compared to other harem series is that the protagonist is actually likable!

Rentaro and Karane in The 100 Girlfriends Who Really Love You | Credits: Bibury Animation Studios

What a dream for harem fans to not have a completely degenerate and loser protagonist. Rentaro wouldn’t have been nearly as likable without Wataru Kato, the voice actor who plays the character. He brings out everything that makes the character great,...

With less than ten days until the anticipated premiere of Kaiju No.8: Mission Recon in theaters, Crunchyroll decided to release an English dub trailer for the upcoming movie. The omnibus movie recaps the entire Season 1 of the hit anime series and adds an extra episode titled “Hoshina’s Day Off.” The movie is set to hit U.S. and Canada theaters as a special event on April 13, 14 and 16. You can check out the new trailer in this article.

Kaiju No.8: Mission Recon will cover the main beats of the anime, including Kafka Hibino's (voiced by Masaya Fukunishi in the original Japanese and by Nazeeh Tarsha in the English dub) dream of joining the anti-Kaiju Defense Force and what happens to him when he finally is able to be a part of the dream team. The theatrical release will also give fans the opportunity to check out the show's stunning visuals...

The May I Ask for One Final Thing? anime unveiled a brand-new trailer and visual for the upcoming villainess fantasy series, announcing a fall 2025 broadcast along with six additional cast members during the Aniplex stage event at AnimeJapan 2025 today . The anime will stream on Crunchyroll when it premieres in the future. May I Ask for One Final Thing? Anime Trailer May I Ask for One Final Thing? Anime Key Visual May I Ask for One Final Thing 's confirmed cast is now as follows: Scarlet El Vandimion voiced by Asami Seto Julius Von Pallistan voiced by Wataru Katoh Leonardo El Vandimion voiced by Shoya Ishige Nanaka voiced by Miyu Tomita Sigurd Forgrave voiced by Kazuki Ura Kyle Von Pallistan voiced by Taito Ban Terenezza Hopkins voiced by Ai Kakuma Related: May I Ask for One Final Thing? TV Anime Announced for 2025 The original light novel by Nana Ootori and illustrated...

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.

2024 was a spectacular year for anime. Every season was stacked with outstanding titles that grabbed the community’s attention - many of which, like Demon Slayer’s Hashira Training arc and Oshi no Ko Season 2, were returning series fans have anticipated for a long time. However, what will make 2024 in anime a year to look back on as one of the best in the medium’s recent history is the extraordinary number of phenomenal new releases that have debuted over the last twelve months.

From novel smash hits taking the community by storm to hidden gems that will definitely prove themselves as overlooked cult classics, 2024’s biggest anime premieres were some of the strongest the medium has seen in quite some time. A month into 2025, looking back at last year’s most memorable debuts reveals which series defined 2024 in anime.

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The official website of AnimeJapan 2025 revealed the line-ups for its main stages on Jan 17, 2025.

This year’s event will feature four main stages—Red, Green, Blue, and the newly introduced White stage, hosting a total of 52 programs over two days.

An overview of the stages can be viewed below:

Red Stage & Green Stage: These are closed stages with designated seating. Attendees will need both an admission ticket and a stage viewing ticket to watch programs on these stages. Blue Stage & White Stage: These are open stages. The front-row seats for viewing will be designated seating, requiring both an admission ticket and a stage viewing ticket. However, free viewing areas are available at the back, though space is limited.

It was also revealed that some stage programs will be streamed online. Further details about the streaming schedule and availability will be revealed in the coming weeks.

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Love stories are foundational to anime, which is why it's no surprise that the best romance anime are also some of the best anime period. Whether it be understated and adult or loud and juvenile, romance anime are endlessly compelling and have a massive fan base for good reason. Even fans of straight-up action shonen series might want to give romance anime a try given how many solid series there are.

One advantage romance anime have over their more action-oriented counterparts is that a focus on characters is an absolute requirement. While a sci-fi or fantasy series might be able to get away with a forgettable cast of characters, a love story needs to pay extra attention to its characters or else the story will fall apart. It's this focus on characters connecting and growing together that end up defining the very best romance anime series.

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Even though Attack on Titan ended in November 2023, it still left an indescribable void for many fans who just wish to rewatch it again to find any missing foreshadowing in Hajime Isayama's incredible story. However, although Attack on Titan is considered one of the best anime of all time and no series is exactly the same, there are still options that share the same essence and can attract any fan of dark fantasy shōnen or stories about survival in a dystopian world.

While Attack on Titan is an unforgettable series for its plot twists, morally complex characters, and impeccable animation, there are still a variety of excellent animes that cover similar premises. Either because of their worldbuilding, mysteries, or deep themes like humanity, sacrifice, war, and social classes, these animes are similar to Attack on Titan and are sure to delight those looking for what to watch next.

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We’re close to midway through this anime season, and the currently airing second season of As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World , based on the light novel series written by Miraijin A, released a brand new trailer, which announced six new cast members as well as a brand new key visual. As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Season 2 - Mid-Season Trailer Joining the cast of As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World are: Ruper Roozton voiced by Tomoaki Maeno (Veldora Tempest in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ) Clamant Maitraw III voiced by Yuichi Nakamura (Reinhard Van Astrea in Re:zero -Starting Life in Another World- ) Shin Seimallo voiced by Wataru Katoh (Kabru in Delicious in Dungeon ) Braham Joe voiced by Shuichi Uchida (Yutaka Akitsu in KamiErabi God.

Fans of Kaiju No. 8 can rejoice, as the hit Shonen Jump anime series will be back bigger than ever in 2025 with a new anime season, as well as a separate new anime movie and an original episode.

According to the anime's official website, Kaiju No. 8 has announced a new anime TV season for 2025. In addition to Kaiju No. 8 Season 2, a compilation movie of the first season and an original anime episode are currently in development. The name of the new anime-original episode is "Hoshina's Day Off." Based on the title, this new anime episode will likely revolve around Soshiro Hoshina, the vice-captain of the Third Division of the Defense Force.

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Kaiju No. 8's second season will release in 2025, with a new original episode already in production. The news has been confirmed with a new teaser video that showcases previous fights from season 1. The rapid renewal and release of season 2 reflect the anime's tremendous popularity.

Crunchyroll's newest hit anime, Kaiju No. 8, has finally revealed an official release window for its upcoming second season along with an exciting new teaser. Based on the manga by Naoya Matsumoto, Kaiju no. 8 was instantly renewed for season 2 back in June, as soon as its first season finished airing, and it seems fans may not have to wait too long for the upcoming season to release.

A post on X by the anime's official account has confirmed that season 2 of Kaiju no. 8 will be released in 2025. The announcement was accompanied by a new teaser video posted to X as well as...

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,...

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The cast of 100 Girlfriends season 2 continues to expand as Rentaro Aijo gets another chance to meet new girls who have the potential to become his one true love.

From the tomboyish Iku Suto, the school’s most beautiful student, Utsukushisugi Mimimi, to the short-tempered Kurumi Haraga, Rentaro is set to live every man’s dream in the second season with these new female love interests.

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As the plot unfolds in 100 Girlfriends, expect that the romance comedy anime series will add more cast members to push its plot forward.

After all, our protagonist, Rentaro Aijo, has yet to find the woman that his heart desires out of all the girls he dated in the first season.

100 Girlfriends season 2 adds more cast members in addition to the returning cast...

Kaiju No. 8 made its anime debut in April 2024, receiving an overwhelmingly positive response. From the plot, direction, and animation to the voice acting, fans could hardly nitpick any faults.

The cast members are an especially exciting bunch who made the anime even more entertaining. In their recent appearance at AnimeJapan 2024, the cast underwent hilarious training, which is bound to have strengthened their prowess and teamwork.

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At AnimeJapan 2024, five cast members from the Kaiju No. 8 anime made their presence known. The voice actors who attended the show were the voice actors of Kafka Haibino (Masaya Fukunishi), Ashiro Mina ( Asami Seto), Reno Ichikawa(Wataru Katō), Kikoru Shinomiya (Fairouz Ai), and Socshiro Hoshina (Kengo Kawanishi).

The host at AnimeJapan could not let go of this golden opportunity and suggested a game to which the cast naively agreed.

The following contains spoilers for Kaiju No. 8 Season 1, Episode 2 "The Kaiju Who Defeats Kaiju", now streaming on Crunchyroll.

Monsters are horrifyingly grotesque in appearance and dangerously bloodthirsty by nature, making them enemy number 1 to public safety. Fortunately, humanity has found a way to fight back with advanced weaponry and the powers that be want more people to join the war. In such a black-and-white world, Kafka Hibino suddenly enters a gray zone when a parasitic creature enters his body and turns him into a kaiju. Kaiju No. 8 Episode 2 is equal parts wild and equal parts wacky. The sudden turn of events gives Kafka hope of finally qualifying for the Defense Force while also making him nervous about the very fact he is now one of those abhorrent monsters that the good guys kill.

Fans have been eagerly waiting to see Kafka in his kaiju transformation in all its glory,...

The following contains spoilers for Kaiju No. 8 Season 1, Episode 1 "The Man Who Became A Kaiju," now streaming on Crunchyroll.

The term "kaiju" is a conjoint of the Chinese words "guai," meaning mysterious and "shou," meaning beast. In modern times, the word has become synonymous with the Godzilla franchise and its array of fantastical monsters, who leave behind death and destruction wherever they go. Kaiju No. 8 builds on the same premise, showing a world where humans have the technological progress to fight back -- but not everyone gets that chance. As the manga makes its much-hyped anime debut, the reality of a kaiju-infested world becomes plain to see.

Kaiju No. 8 opens with the human side of the man-kaiju conflict, laying the groundwork for a character-centric journey through a world changed by the emergence of monstrous threats. Animated by I.G. Production with assistance from Studio Khara for the kaiju designs,...

Not all heroes wear capes, and not all heroes have to face foes that are as tall as buildings. Brace yourselves for one that does just that, because the Kaiju No. 8 anime kicks off its run today on Crunchyroll, airing right alongside the Japanese broadcast! Here's everything you need to know about Kaiju No. 8 , including release date, exact time, where to watch, trailers, characters, cast, plot, key visuals and more. In this article: Release Date Where to Watch Official Trailers Characters & Cast Anime Staff Anime Key Visuals Plot More When is Kaiju No. 8 Coming Out? English Sub Release Date: Kaiju No. 8 premieres on April 13, 2024 at 7:00 a.m. Pacific Time with a special stream that kicks off at the same time as Japan. The regular stream follows at 8:30 a.m. Pt. Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, Cis...

Toho Animation recently revealed the main voice-acting cast and the release date of Kaiju No. 8. Rising new gen manga Kaiju No.8 was announced to be receiving an anime adaptation in the Spring 2024 season of anime.

Kaiju No.8 is a new gen shonen manga featuring Kaijuu, which are huge monsters originating in Japan and have multiple franchises based on them. In Kaiju No.8, Kafka Hibino, a Kaiju corpse cleaner with an ambition to become a soldier gets infected with a creature that allows him to transform into a Kaiju suit. It features appealing art and high-paced action along with great character designs. With a MyAnimeList score of 7.7, it is definitely something to look forward to.

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Playing the voice of Kafka, Masaya Fukunishi appeared in a lot of renowned anime, such as Jojo, Attack on Titan, and many more. His recent appearance as the...

Crunchyroll has announced that it will stream the highly anticipated Kaiju No. 8 worldwide alongside the original Japanese version at the exact same time, as well as releasing an English dub version of each episode the same day it hits the airwaves.

As detailed in a recent press release, Production I.G.'s highly-anticipated adaptation of Naoya Matsumoto's titular manga series is scheduled to premiere on Saturday, April 13, 7:00 a.m. (Pdt). Crunchyroll will introduce the series to its roster by streaming the live broadcast to over 200 countries at the exact same time it airs in Japan. Those who miss the initial broadcast of each new episode will be able to watch it at 8:30 a.m. (Pdt) on the same day of its release. Additionally, Crunchyroll will dub Kaiju No. 8 into 11 major languages, including English, Latin American Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Castillian Spanish, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.

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...

The official website of the upcoming Kaiju No. 8 anime revealed a new promo video previewing the opening and ending theme songs on Feb 29, 2024.

British singer Yungblud will perform the opening theme song “Abyss,” while American pop rock band OneRepublic will perform the ending theme song “Nobody”.

Kaiju No. 8 will start airing on April 13, 2024.

Yungblud and Ryan Tedder from OneRepublic expressed their excitement on being a part of the anime. Checkout their comments below:

Yungblud’s Comment:

“I’m truly honored to have been able to contribute to this track. It was really great to be involved! As soon as I got the opportunity, I booked a studio in Tokyo and created the music while reading the story of ‘Kaiju No. 8.’ It was a new challenge for me personally, and I think the music really enhances the atmosphere and feeling of this work. I hope that everyone finds their place and finds friends.

The official website of AnimeJapan 2024 revealed the line-ups for its main stages, Red, Blue and Green, on Jan 19, 2024.

AnimeJapan 2024 will take place at Tokyo Big Sight on March 23-24, 2024.

An overview of the stages can be viewed below:

Red & Green Stage: Closed stage with assigned seating. Entry requires both an entrance ticket and a stage viewing ticket. Blue Stage: Open stage with assigned seating for seated viewing near the stage front. Entry requires both an entrance ticket and a stage viewing ticket. Limited free viewing at the rear due to space constraints.

Check out the complete timetable of AnimeJapan 2024 stages below:

Red Stage AnimeJapan 2024 Line-up: Date: March 23, 2024 Timings (Jst)Event NameMembers attending09:15 – 09:50Suicide Squad ISEKAIAnna Nagase, Yuuichirou Umehara, Reigo Yamaguchi, Jun Fukuyama and more10:25 – 11:00Mushoku Tensei: Jobless ReincarnationYumi Uchiyama, Tomokazu Sugita, Ai Kayano, Yuuki Takada, Yuiko Ohara11:35 – 12:10i☆Ris the Movie – Full Energy!

Delicious in Dungeon anime will be released internationally on Netflix on January 4, 2024, simultaneously with the Japanese release. Studio Trigger is handling the production, promising high-quality animation and faithfulness to the manga's art style. The new trailer reveals the credits song and introduces the voice actors of Kabru's adventuring party, providing new insights into the secondary cast.

The upcoming anime adaptation of Delicious in Dungeon revealed its international release date on Netflix. The news broke with the latest trailer uploaded online, which gave further production details. International audiences can expect to dive right into the anime almost as soon as 2024 begins, on January 4, at the same time as Japanese audiences.

Delicious in Dungeon is hotly anticipated for several reasons. Besides providing a comedic twist to the fantasy genre, Studio Trigger is handling production, providing high-quality animation while remaining faithful to the manga's art style, as can be seen in the...

It’s been a massive day for Kaiju TV series. At New York Comic Con today, Crunchyroll unleashed a new trailer to accompany the announcement that new anime series “Kaiju No. 8” will head to its streaming service in Spring 2024, subtitled and dubbed, exclusively in more than 200 countries and territories, simulcast weekly after its broadcast in Japan.

The new trailer below brings big monster mayhem and gore, showcasing the perils of living in a world filled with giant monsters.

The highly anticipated anime series, based on the manga, is centered around “a group of characters living in a world where giant monsters (or kaiju) attack humanity and the creatures’ destructive aftermath. Kaiju is a Japanese term that is commonly associated with television, movies, and books involving giant monsters (usually depicted attacking major cities and battling the military or other monsters), which has been a science fiction mainstay in the media for decades.

Crunchyroll has announced its acquisition of the hotly-anticipated Kaiju No. 8 anime, expected to premiere in Spring 2024.

Via a press release, Crunchyroll confirmed that the series will be available in both English subbed and dubbed and exclusively simulcast after its premiere in Japan. The news follows Crunchyroll's recent acquisitions of popular Fall 2023 anime such as Spy x Family and Jujutsu Kaisen. Most recently, Crunchyroll revealed plans to take anime even further into the mainstream with the announcement of the 24/7 TV service, the Crunchyroll Channel.

Related: Crunchyroll Boosting Retro Anime Catalog With Gunbuster, Angel Cop & More

During Crunchyroll's panel at New York Comic Con, the author of Kaiju No. 8 Naoya Matsumoto introduced himself and outlined his series for new viewers. "It's a story about someone struggling in a harsh world without ever giving up," Matsumoto said, "in the hopes of leading people into an even slightly brighter future. To anyone...

Fans of giant monsters rise from the depths! Crunchyroll released a giant update about the upcoming anime Kaiju No. 8 at New York Comic-Con during the Crunchyroll Industry Panel. The anime adaptation of Naoya Matsumoto’s provocative manga will land on their streaming service, simulcasted weekly with the broadcast in Japan. The show arrives in Spring 2024, subtitled and dubbed, streaming in more than 200 countries and territories. Masaya Fukunishi stars as Kafka Hibino, Wataru Katoh plays Reno Ichikawa, and Asami Seto portrays Mina Ashiro. Who voices the character of Kikoru Shinomiya and Hoshino has yet to be revealed. It was announced last year that Production I.G produces the anime with Kaiju designs from Studio Khara.

Crunchyroll has acquired the monster sci-fi and fantasy anime series “Kaiju No. 8,” with the show set to debut on the streamer in spring 2024.

The anime comes as an adaptation of Naoya Matsumoto’s original manga series of the same name. “Kaiju No. 8” will be animated by Production I.G. (“Psycho-Pass”) and its artwork and design supervision will be done by Studio Khara (“Evangelion: New Theatrical Edition”). The show will hit Crunchyroll with both subbed and dubbed versions, and will simulcast weekly after it airs in Japan.

The team behind “Kaiju No. 8” announced the manga would be getting an anime revamping in a post on X (formerly Twitter) back in August 2022.

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Kaiju No. 8 has dropped a new visual for the highly anticipated anime series.

The visual released via Kaiju No. 8's official website features the character Kikoru Shinomiya, a prime Japan Defence Force talent, calmly reading a book while sitting on the roof of a rundown bus, seemingly oblivious to her surroundings. Production I.G will be animating the anime series but has not yet made an announcement regarding the voice actor for Kikoru.

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Kaiju No. 8's last visual before the one featuring Kikoru showcased Kafka Hibino and Reno Ichikawa at work cleaning up after an apparent Kaiju battle. Studio Khara designed the monsters set to wreak havoc in the series.

Masaya Fukunishi and Wataru Kato will voice Kafka and Reno, respectively, while Asami Seto is on board to play Mina Ashiro -- the sum of casting news...

A new trailer has been revealed for Kaiju No. 8 and it's already addressing early criticisms of the series in the best way. The upcoming anime is looking rather impressive, based on the trailer and the latest key visuals released for it. Kaiju No. 8 has managed to capture the attention of manga readers and its jump to anime could similarly prove successful.

Kaiju No. 8 has been serialized in Shonen Jump+ since 2020. Thus far, the series from Naoya Matsumoto spans ten volumes, but has not concluded. On YouTube, Toho Animation shared a glimpse at the upcoming anime adaptation, which is being produced by Production I.G. The adaptation was announced in 2022 and has been met with mixed reactions.

Kaiju No. 8 Could Be Better Than Fans Have Initially Thought

The trailer, which is the second released so far, has an explosive and bloody start. There is already a kaiju attack shown,...