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Business Upturn
5 days ago
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Kaiju No. 8 Season 2: Release date, cast updates and what to expect next
By Aman Shukla Published on June 24, 2025, 16:53 IST Kaiju No. 8 burst onto the anime scene in 2024, hooking fans with its wild mix of monster-smashing action and heartfelt moments. After a killer first season, everyone's buzzing about Season 2. So, let's cut through the noise and get into what's confirmed: release date, returning voices, new faces, and what kind of chaos Kafka Hibino's heading into next. When's Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Coming Out? Mark your calendars— Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 is locked in for July 19, 2025. Crunchyroll dropped the news alongside a teaser trailer at AnimeJapan 2025, and the hype's real. The show will air weekly on TV Tokyo at 11:30 PM JST, with Crunchyroll and X streaming it worldwide at the same time, just like Season 1. If that's not enough to tide you over, a special episode called Hoshina's Day Off —all about our favorite blade-wielding Vice-Captain Soshiro Hoshina—drops July 5, 2025, on X. Crunchyroll might pick it up too, but no word yet. Cast Updates for Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 The gang's mostly back, and the voice talent's as solid as ever. Here's who's returning for the Japanese dub: Masaya Fukunishi as Kafka Hibino, our kaiju-turned-hero still juggling his double life. Wataru Kato as Reno Ichikawa, the loyal rookie stepping up big time. Asami Seto as Mina Ashiro, the no-nonsense Third Division Captain. Fairouz Ai as Kikoru Shinomiya, the prodigy with a chip on her shoulder. Kengo Kawanishi as Soshiro Hoshina, slicing kaiju and stealing scenes. Yuuki Shin as Iharu Furuhashi, bringing the team's chaotic energy. Keisuke Komoto as Haruichi Izizu, ready for more action. New blood's joining the fray too. Koki Uchiyama steps in as Gen Narumi, the First Division Captain who's basically a walking legend dubbed 'Japan's Strongest Anti-Kaiju Combatant.' Expect him to shake things up. Hiroki Yasumoto voices Eiji Hasegawa, and Kana Hanazawa plays Rin Shinonome, both fresh faces who'll stir the pot in Season 2. English dub fans, you're likely getting the same crew back, including Adam McArthur (Reno), Katelyn Barr (Mina), and Abigail Blythe (Kikoru). Crunchyroll's probably sticking with their sub-and-dub-at-once approach, so no one's left waiting. What to Expect from Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Plot Season 1 left us on a cliffhanger with Kafka's big secret—yep, him being Kaiju No. 8—out in the open. Now, he's under the First Division's watch, specifically Gen Narumi's, who's not exactly rolling out the welcome mat. Drawing from Naoya Matsumoto's manga, Season 2's likely diving into the Kaiju Weapon Arc (Chapters 40–53) and the Compatible User Arc (Chapters 54–68). That means more monster mayhem, deeper lore, and some tough calls for our boy Kafka. Key Plot Points to Anticipate: Kafka's Big Test: Kafka's gotta prove he's more man than monster while training with Narumi. Some in the Defense Force still side-eye him, so expect tension. Kaiju No. 9's Next Move: That creepy kaiju from Season 1? It's back, pulling strings and unleashing nastier attacks. The Compatible User Arc digs into its scheme to mess with human-kaiju hybrids, and it's bad news for everyone. New Gear, New Fights: The Kaiju Weapon Arc brings in Numbers Weapons—gear made from dead kaiju that only certain fighters can sync with. Reno and Kikoru get some spotlight here, and the battles are next-level. Things Get Heavy: The vibe's darker this time. Think bigger invasions, tougher moral choices, and hints at the manga's massive Kaiju No. 9 Invasion Arc down the road. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Hypebeast
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
‘Kaiju No. 8' Drops New Key Art for Season 2
Summary The newly revealedKaiju No. 8Season 2 key visual offers a glimpse into the upcoming installment of the popular anime. The artwork features Kafka Hibino in his Kaiju No. 8 form, flanked by Kikoru Shinomiya and Gen Narumi, with Isao Shinomiya standing resolutely in the background. The visual is accompanied by the tagline 'Kaiju, Awakened,' hinting at the heightened stakes and intense battles that await in the new season. WithProduction as the animation studio andStudio Kharahandling Kaiju designs, the series promises to maintain its animation quality and dynamic storytelling. Like the first season, the second installment ofKaiju No.8will be available to stream on Crunchyroll and X (formerly Twitter) starting July 19, 2025. ◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢ アニメ#怪獣8号第２期キービジュアル解禁 怪獣、覚醒。 ◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢◤◢ 7月19日より毎週土曜23:00～テレ東系列ほかにて放送開始Xにて全世界リアルタイム配信決定# — 怪獣８号【公式】アニメ第２期 7月19日より放送開始！ (@KaijuNo8_O)June 1, 2025
Business Upturn
02-05-2025
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Kaiju No 8 Season 2: Release date, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on May 2, 2025, 17:30 IST Last updated May 2, 2025, 11:34 IST Kaiju No. 8 took the anime world by storm with its action-packed first season, blending thrilling kaiju battles with heartfelt character development. Following its massive success in Spring 2024, fans are eagerly awaiting Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 . Here's everything we know about the release date, cast, plot details, and what to expect from this highly anticipated sequel. Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Release Date Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 is confirmed to premiere in July 2025, as announced by Toho Animation during AnimeJapan 2025. While an exact release date within July remains unspecified, the summer window aligns with the competitive 2025 anime season, featuring titles like Dandadan and Sakamoto Days . Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Cast: Who's Returning? The core voice cast from Season 1 is expected to return, bringing back the beloved characters of the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force (JAKDF). Confirmed returning cast members include: Kafka Hibino/Kaiju No. 8 : Masaya Fukunishi (Japanese) / Nazeeh Tarsha (English) Reno Ichikawa : Wataru Kato (Japanese) / Adam McArthur (English) Mina Ashiro : Asami Seto (Japanese) / Katelyn Barr (English) Kikoru Shinomiya : Fairouz Ai (Japanese) / Abigail Blythe (English) Soshiro Hoshina : Kengo Kawanishi (Japanese) / Landon McDonald (English) Iharu Furuhashi : Yuuki Shin (Japanese) / Ben Georg Stegmair (English) Haruichi Izumo: Keisuke Komoto (Japanese) / Howard Wang (English) Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Plot: What to Expect? Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 will pick up after the dramatic events of Season 1, where Kafka's secret as a Kaiju-human hybrid was exposed. The season is expected to adapt the next major arcs from Naoya Matsumoto's manga, specifically the Kaiju Weapon Arc, Compatible User Arc, and potentially the Cataclysms Arc and Second Wave Arc, covering chapters 40 to 68. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Suit Up for Battle in KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME - Global Pre-Registration Starts April 25
Kickoff Trailer and Gameplay Details Revealed LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The hit manga-turned-anime phenomenon Kaiju No. 8 is expanding its universe with KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME, a brand-new Kaiju-Slaying Battle RPG for smartphone and PC. Co-produced by Akatsuki Games, TOHO and Production I.G., the game immerses players in the explosive world of Naoya Matsumoto's best-selling global pre-registration is now live (excluding Mainland China), alongside the release of the full trailer and key game details. With over 18 million copies in circulation in Japan and a worldwide fanbase, Kaiju No. 8 is one of the most acclaimed series in recent years. The upcoming game brings its massive scale and intensity to life, letting players experience exhilarating attacks with intuitive controls as they battle towering Kaiju in fast-paced, cinematic combat that stays true to the heart-pounding action of the original story. Offering a fresh spin on turn-based combat, KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME lets players crush colossal Kaiju with a game-changing blow in this Kaiju-Slaying Battle RPG. The game pairs accessible gameplay with high-impact visuals, cinematic Ultimate Moves, and high-fidelity models of titanic Kaiju that bring the world of Kaiju No. 8 vividly to life. In addition to exploring Kafka Hibino's story, the game features an all-new original storyline, expanding the lore and deepening the universe for fans. Kickoff Trailer and Special Broadcast Now Streaming The Kaiju No. 8 Anime x Game Special Broadcast premiered today with the first full trailer and gameplay details. The broadcast spotlighted iconic characters from the elite Defense Force: Kafka Hibino, Mina Ashiro, Reno Ichikawa, Kikoru Shinomiya and Soshiro Hoshina, teaming up to protect Japan from calamitous Kaiju. Official Broadcast: Official Trailer: Pre-Register Now for Exclusive In-Game Rewards KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME is now open for pre-registration on the App Store, Google Play and Steam. Upon reaching each pre-registration milestone, players will be presented with exclusive in-game rewards such as a Playable Character★4 [Aiming for Greater Heights] Mina Ashiro, after the official launch. Don't miss your chance to stand against the Kaiju — join the fight today. Game Overview Title: KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Platforms: iOS App Store / Google Play / Steam® iOS App Store : Google Play : Steam® : Price: Free-to-play (in-game purchases available) Supported Languages: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, French Planning & Production: Akatsuki Games Inc. / TOHO CO., LTD. / Production I.G Development & Operation: Akatsuki Games Inc. Publisher: Akatsuki Games Inc. Publicity Cooperation: TOHO CO., LTD., Production I.G Copyright: © JAKDF 3rd Division © Naoya Matsumoto/SHUEISHA © Akatsuki Games Inc./TOHO CO., LTD./Production I.G Official Website: X (formerly Twitter): YouTube: About Kaiju No. 8Based on the popular manga series by Naoya Matsumoto, currently serialized on Shonen Jump+ (published by Shueisha) since 2020, the anime Kaiju No. 8 tells the story of the Japan Defense Force, an elite unit tasked with protecting civilians by eliminating the monstrous Kaiju that threaten daily life.。The original manga has surpassed 18 million copies in circulation in Japan, with over 700 million total views on Shonen Jump+ as of April 2025. The anime, which aired from April to June 2024, achieved tremendous popularity—ranking No. 1 on daily streaming charts across major platforms in Japan. A compilation of Anime Kaiju No. 8 Season 1 was released in theaters alongside the special feature Hoshina's Day Off on March 28, 2025. The highly anticipated Season 2 is officially slated to air in July 2025. Official Anime Website: Anime X: About Akatsuki Games is our mission to connect the emotions of people around the world by putting our beliefs and "why" into games. We challenge ourselves to create global hits as a world-class game company with the highest standards of development and operation in Japan. In addition to the experience of operating games such as Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle (published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.) and Romancing SaGa Re; Universe (published by SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD.), we are taking on the challenges of using high-end 3D graphics display and development on multiple devices. We will deliver the highest quality games for everyone around the world to enjoy. Additional Assets HERE View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Akatsuki Games Inc. Sign in to access your portfolio
