Kaiju No. 8
In a world plagued by creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka Hibino aspired to enlist in The Defense Force. He makes a promise to enlist with his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro. Soon, life takes them in separate ways. While employed cleaning up after Kaiju battles, Kafka meets Reno Ichikawa. Reno's determination to join The Defense Force reawakens Kafka's promise to join Mina and protect humanity.
tv Seasons & Episodes
The Man Who Became a Kaiju
Kafka Hibino has almost abandoned his dream of joining the anti-Kaiju "Defense Force." He now works in Kaiju clean-up, disposing of the bodies of slain Kaiju and thinking back with regret to the days he spent with his childhood friend Mina Ashiro, captain of Defense Force's Third Division.
Apr 13, 2024
The Kaiju Who Defeats Kaiju
After turning into a Kaiju, Kafka is forced to flee. His escape is interrupted, however, by the arrival of another Kaiju...
Apr 20, 2024
Revenge Match
Kafka arrives for one last shot at the Defense Force entry exam... but can he pass while keeping his Kaiju powers a secret?
Apr 27, 2024
Fortitude 9.8
An unexpected incident during the exam forces Kafka to use his powers at the risk of revealing his secret.
May 4, 2024
Joining Up!
Kafka is now a member of the Defense Force, if not a full-fledged one. But Hoshina tells him he has three months to prove himself before he's fired...
May 11, 2024
Sagamihara Neutralization Operation at Daybreak
It's time for Kafka's first mission, and he witnesses the true power of the Defense Force when a Kaiju strikes a nearby city.
May 18, 2024
Kaiju No. 9
Reno and Iharu encounter a powerful humanoid Kaiju that quickly overwhelms them. Can help arrive in time?
May 25, 2024
Welcome to the Defense Force
After transforming into a Kaiju to rescue Reno and Iharu, Kafka is found by Hoshina, who immediately attacks him.
Jun 1, 2024
Raid on Tachikawa Base
Tachikawa base comes under attack from the air, as a powerful Kaiju has its sights set on the Defense Force.
Jun 8, 2024
Secret Revealed
When the Defense Force is in danger, Kafka is forced to choose between keeping his secret and saving his comrades.
Jun 15, 2024
Kaiju No. 8 Captured
Kaiju No. 8 is captured, and Kafka is at the mercy of the Defense Force's most important leaders.
Jun 22, 2024
Kafka Hibino
Kafka's final fate is determined as the monster within him tries to take control.
Jun 29, 2024
Kaiju Weapon
Kafka goes on a mission with his new squad and faces Kaiju No. 9 once again.
Jul 19, 2025
The Next Generation's Trial
A challenge begins for the next generation of the Defense Force.
Jul 26, 2025
The Strongest Division
Kaiju No. 9 appears for the third time, splitting in two and overwhelming the Defense Force.
Aug 2, 2025
The Man Called Isao Shinomiya
Kaiju No. 9 reveals his true plan.
Aug 9, 2025
I Want to Be Strong
Narumi and Kikoru’s resolve is renewed. Kafka is forced to face the price that comes with his power.
Aug 16, 2025
Compatible User
Reno Ichikawa has been chosen to wield the power of Numbers Weapon 6, the most powerful of them all.
Aug 23, 2025
Wall
Iharu and Reno’s trust in each other becomes a powerful weapon that leads them in battle.
Aug 30, 2025
Destiny
Kafka learns to fight without having to rely on Kaiju No. 8's power.
Sep 6, 2025
Omen
A horde of Kaiju appear all over Tokyo at the same time!
Sep 13, 2025
Cataclysms
The battle with No. 9's Kaiju begins in earnest.
Sep 20, 2025
Second Wave
The Defense Forces suffer severe damage from a fortitude 9.0 Kaiju that appear at the capital.
Sep 27, 2025
people Cast
Masaya Fukunishi
Kafka Hibino / Kaiju No. 8 (voice)
Asami Seto
Mina Ashiro (voice)
Wataru Katoh
Reno Ichikawa (voice)
Fairouz Ai
Kikoru Shinomiya (voice)
Kengo Kawanishi
Soshiro Hoshina (voice)
apartment Production Companies
Production I.G
TOHO
TOHO Global
Shueisha
khara