Season 2 Announcement

The second season of the hit TV anime Kaiju No. 8 will premiere on TV Tokyo in July 2025. A newly released key visual features Narumi Gen, the leader of the First Division, holding his specialized weapon, hinting at the calm before an intense battle.

Compilation Film and Bonus Screening

In addition to the Season 2 announcement, a Kaiju No. 8 Season 1 compilation film will be screened alongside Hoshina’s Day Off, a bonus feature, for a limited three-week run starting March 28, 2025. The theme song for Hoshina’s Day Off will be OneRepublic's Invincible.

About Kaiju No. 8

Serialized in the Shonen Jump+ app since July 2020, Kaiju No. 8 takes place in a world plagued by kaiju disasters, with Japan being one of the most affected countries. The story follows Kafka Hibino, a 32-year-old cleaner of kaiju carcasses, who dreams of joining the Defense Force. His life changes when a mysterious organism transforms him into a kaiju, earning him the codename "Kaiju No. 8."

With over 17 million copies of its manga in circulation, the series has become one of Shonen Jump+’s flagship titles, boasting over 2 million readers per chapter. The anime’s first season aired from April to June 2024, and the series has won numerous accolades, including the Next Manga Award 2021.

Summary of Special Features

Season 1 Compilation Film Synopsis:
In a kaiju-ridden Japan, Kafka Hibino rekindles his dream of joining the Defense Force after reuniting with childhood friend Mina Ashiro. However, his transformation into "Kaiju No. 8" forces him to navigate the trials of Defense Force exams and combat while hiding his identity. As a high-intelligence kaiju attacks the Defense Force base, Kafka faces a life-changing decision.

Hoshina’s Day Off Synopsis:
On a rare day off, Defense Force officer Hoshina exudes an unusual aura, prompting Reno Ichikawa and Iharu to tail him. What starts as a lighthearted observation soon spirals into unexpected chaos.

Source : ORICON NEWS