In a world plagued by monstrous threats, Kaiju no 8 tells the story of the Defense Corps, an elite military unit safeguarding Japan against the relentless onslaught of Kaiju.
These grotesque creatures, reminiscent of Godzilla, pose a constant threat, prompting the Corps to embark on dangerous missions to protect civilians.
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Once the beasts are eliminated, cleaning up their remains falls to the sweepers and employees of the Professional Kaijuu Cleaner Corporation.
Produced by the Production I.G, known for its work on acclaimed series like Psycho-Pass, Kimi ni Todoke, and Haikyuu, the anime adaptation marks the Japanese animation studio’s foray into the giant monster anime genre.
Here is everything you need to know about Kaiju no 8.
What is Kaiju no 8?
Kaiju no 8, also known as Monster Number 8 in English, is a Japanese manga series created by Naoya Matsumoto.
The story centers around Kafka Hibino, a young man who gains the ability to transform into a kaiju after an encounter with one.
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Despite his newfound power, Kafka aspires to join the Defense Force, an organization tasked with eradicating Kaiju, in order to fulfill a childhood promise to his friend Mina Ashiro.
As Kafka navigates his new abilities and strives to join the Defense Force, he must also grapple with the challenges and responsibilities that come with his unique situation.
Kaiju no 8 release date
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The anime’s release date is April 13, 2024.
Kaiju no 8 characters and seiyuu
| CHARACTER | SEIYUU |
| Kafka Hibino | Masaya Fukunishi |
| Kikoru Shinomiya | Fairouz Ai |
| Reno Ichikawa | Wataru Katou |
| Soushirou Hoshina | Kengo Kawanishi |
| Mina Ashiro | Asami Seto |
| Iharu Furuhashi | Yuuki Shin |
| Aoi Kaguragi | Shunsuke Takeuchi |
| Haruichi Izumo | Keisuke Koumoto |
| Konomi Okonogi | Sayaka Senbongi |
Kaiju no 8 anime trailer
Where to watch Kaiju no 8
You can watch the anime on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Netflix, and Crunchyroll.
Visit Kaiju no 8’s official website for more information.
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