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Business Upturn
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Kaiju No. 8 Season 2: Everything we know so far
If you loved the monster-busting chaos and heartfelt moments of Kaiju No. 8 Season 1, you're probably counting down the days for Season 2. This anime, based on Naoya Matsumoto's wildly popular manga, hooked fans with its mix of epic battles, quirky humor, and a lovable underdog hero. With new story arcs, familiar faces, and a confirmed release date, here's the lowdown on everything we know about Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 so far. When Can You Watch It? Get ready to dive back into the kaiju-filled world on July 19, 2025, when Season 2 premieres in Japan. Crunchyroll will stream episodes worldwide at 7:30 AM PT, complete with English subtitles. If you're waiting for the English dub, it's likely coming, but we don't have a confirmed date yet. For folks in Japan, Hong Kong, or Southeast Asia, Netflix will also carry the show, though Crunchyroll remains the main hub for most fans. Oh, and like Season 1, Kaiju No. 8 will keep its unique spot as the only anime streaming globally on X, so you can catch it there too. Want a little something to hold you over? A special compilation movie, Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon , hit Japanese theaters on March 28, 2025, and Western ones on April 13. It recaps Season 1 and includes a fun new episode, 'Hoshina's Day Off,' which you can stream on Crunchyroll and X starting July 5, 2025, at 7:00 AM PT. It even comes with a new ending song, 'Invincible' by OneRepublic, perfect for hyping you up. What's the Story This Time? If you've seen Season 1, you know Kafka Hibino's deal: a 32-year-old dreamer who wants to fight kaiju alongside his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro, in the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force. After accidentally turning into a kaiju himself, Kafka's juggling his new powers and proving he's no threat. Season 1 wrapped with him passing a big test against Director General Isao Shinomiya, setting up some serious action for what's next. Season 2 kicks off after the Kaiju No. 8 Captured Arc (think Chapter 38 of the manga) and will likely dive into the Kaiju Weapon Arc and Compatible User Arc, with a部分 of the Cataclysms Arc possibly sneaking in. These arcs crank up the intensity with massive kaiju attacks and deeper looks into what makes our heroes tick. The creepy Kaiju No. 9, a smart and dangerous humanoid monster, is back to wreak havoc, targeting the Defense Force in a huge showdown. Expect wild battles, clever strategies, and Kafka wrestling with being both a hero and a kaiju. We'll also meet the First Division, led by the bold and flashy Captain Gen Narumi. Trailers show Kafka teaming up with pals Reno Ichikawa and Kikoru Shinomiya for some epic fights, plus plenty of emotional moments as the team faces tougher challenges. It's going to be a wild ride with more heart and humor than ever. Who's in the Cast? The voices that brought Season 1 to life are expected to return, keeping the vibe just right. Here's who you'll likely hear: Kafka Hibino (Kaiju No. 8): Masaya Fukunishi (Japanese) / Nazeeh Tarsha (English) (Kaiju No. 8): Masaya Fukunishi (Japanese) / Nazeeh Tarsha (English) Mina Ashiro : Asami Seto (Japanese) / Katelyn Barr (English) : Asami Seto (Japanese) / Katelyn Barr (English) Reno Ichikawa : Wataru Kato (Japanese) / Adam McArthur (English) : Wataru Kato (Japanese) / Adam McArthur (English) Kikoru Shinomiya : Fairouz Ai (Japanese) / Abigail Blythe (English) : Fairouz Ai (Japanese) / Abigail Blythe (English) Soshiro Hoshina : Kengo Kawanishi (Japanese) / Landon McDonald (English) : Kengo Kawanishi (Japanese) / Landon McDonald (English) Iharu Furuhashi : Yuuki Shin (Japanese) / Ben Georg Stegmair (English) : Yuuki Shin (Japanese) / Ben Georg Stegmair (English) Haruichi Izumo : Keisuke Komoto (Japanese) / Howard Wang (English) : Keisuke Komoto (Japanese) / Howard Wang (English) Gen Narumi: Koki Uchiyama (Japanese) / Aaron Dismuke (English) Gen Narumi, voiced by Koki Uchiyama (a star from Jujutsu Kaisen ), is a new face who's both goofy and a total powerhouse. His line in the trailer, 'Proof I'm the strongest,' hints at some big moments for the First Division's captain. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kaiju No. 8 season 2 release date and streaming platforms confirmed: Anime fans rejoice, call it 'better than Solo Leveling'
Kaiju No. 8 season 2 release date and streaming platforms confirmed: After months of anticipation, Kaiju No. 8 fans finally have something solid to look forward to. The anime's official website and social media accounts confirmed that season 2 is coming this July, which is sooner than fans had expected. The second season will stream globally, just like the first, with Crunchyroll and X carrying the episodes outside of Japan. Along with an announcement, a powerful new key visual showing the Defense Force in full action mode was also released. A look back at Kaiju No. 8's story Based on Naoya Matsumoto's manga, Kaiju No. 8 follows Kafka Hibino, a man who once dreamed of fighting Kaiju but ended up working as part of a clean-up crew instead. His childhood promise to Mina Ashiro, now a Captain in the Defense Force, has long since faded but a chance encounter with a determined recruit named Reno Ichikawa brings back his almost dead passion. What Kafka doesn't expect is the transformation he undergoes, turning into a half-Kaiju himself. As season 1 ended, Kafka's secret was exposed, and he was recruited on a probationary basis to help the Defense Force, which is keeping a very close eye on whether his monstrous side will go out of control. When is Kaiju No. 8 season 2 coming out? Mark your calendars. Kaiju No. 8 season 2 officially premieres on July 19, and for the fans who have been keeping score, that's right in the thick of the Summer 2025 anime season. Where to watch Kaiju No. 8 season 2? The show will air in Japan and stream globally at the same time via Crunchyroll and X. In addition, a new original episode titled Hoshina's Day Off will premiere ahead of the new season on July 5, 2025, as part of the pre-season lead-up. That special was previously screened during the Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon event but is now getting a proper broadcast release, at least in Japan and on X. Fans can't wait to dive back in Reactions of fans have been overwhelmingly positive, with many calling Kaiju No. 8 one of the best action anime in recent years. One user chimed in, 'Better story than Solo Leveling, tbh,' while another excitedly mentioned listening to OneRepublic's Invincible, already treating it like the season 2 soundtrack. The sentiment is clear—viewers are hyped, and July can't come soon enough. 'Eagerly waiting for it,' wrote one fan, while another added, 'About time, one of the best I've seen.' What to expect from Kaiju No. 8 season 2 With Kafka now officially part of the Defense Force, even though he's under a close watch. Season 2 is expected to pick up directly where the first left off, diving straight into the conflict as the Kaiju threat escalates. With Ichiro Okouchi writing the scripts and Shigeyuki Miya directing, the team at Production I.G. looks locked in to deliver something even more intense and character-driven. If the new key visual is anything to go by, we're about to see the Defense Force operating at full strength—and Kafka walking a tightrope between saviour and threat. If you haven't watched season 1 yet, now's the time to catch up. July isn't far off, and from the looks of it, Kaiju No. 8 season 2 is going to be bigger and better than ever. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
