Kaiju No. 8_
Original: 怪獣８号
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.
Network
TV Tokyo
Episodes
23
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Crunchyroll
FREE
28 countries
Netflix
2 countries
Disney+
2 countries
Prime Video
1 country
Anime Times Amazon Channel
1 country
dAnime Amazon Channel
1 country
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Kaiju No. 8 has 1 season with 23 episodes spanning 2024-2025.
Cast
Masaya Fukunishi →
Masaya Fukunishi stars as Kafka Hibino / Kaiju No. 8 (voice) in Kaiju No. 8.
Masaya Fukunishi →
Rating
With a 8.5/10 rating from 711 votes, Kaiju No. 8 is considered highly rated.
Year context
Kaiju No. 8 first aired 2 years ago in 2024.
CAST (5)
SEASONS (1 season, 23 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
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…
02
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...
03
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?
04
Fortitude 9.8
An unexpected incident during the exam forces Kafka to use his powers at the risk of revealing his secret.
05
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…
06
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.
07
Kaiju No. 9
Reno and Iharu encounter a powerful humanoid Kaiju that quickly overwhelms them. Can help arrive in time?
08
Welcome to the Defense Force
After transforming into a Kaiju to rescue Reno and Iharu, Kafka is found by Hoshina, who immediately attacks him.
09
Raid on Tachikawa Base
Tachikawa base comes under attack from the air, as a powerful Kaiju has its sights set on the Defense Force.
10
Secret Revealed
When the Defense Force is in danger, Kafka is forced to choose between keeping his secret and saving his comrades.
11
Kaiju No. 8 Captured
Kaiju No. 8 is captured, and Kafka is at the mercy of the Defense Force's most important leaders.
12
Kafka Hibino
Kafka's final fate is determined as the monster within him tries to take control.
13
Kaiju Weapon
Kafka goes on a mission with his new squad and faces Kaiju No. 9 once again.
14
The Next Generation's Trial
A challenge begins for the next generation of the Defense Force.
15
The Strongest Division
Kaiju No. 9 appears for the third time, splitting in two and overwhelming the Defense Force.
16
The Man Called Isao Shinomiya
Kaiju No. 9 reveals his true plan.
17
I Want to Be Strong
Narumi and Kikoru's resolve is renewed. Kafka is forced to face the price that comes with his power.
18
Compatible User
Reno Ichikawa has been chosen to wield the power of Numbers Weapon 6, the most powerful of them all.
19
Wall
Iharu and Reno’s trust in each other becomes a powerful weapon that leads them in battle.
20
Destiny
Kafka learns to fight without having to rely on Kaiju No. 8's power.
21
Omen
A horde of Kaiju appear all over Tokyo at the same time!
22
Cataclysms
The battle with No. 9's Kaiju begins in earnest.
23
Second Wave
The Defense Forces suffer severe damage from a fortitude 9.0 Kaiju that appear at the capital.
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
23
Episodes
24 min/ep
Per Episode
Returning Series
Status
NETWORKS (6)
TV Tokyo
TV Aichi
TVQ
TV Osaka
TVh
TSC
DETAILS
First Aired
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
1
Episodes
23
Episode Length
24 min/ep
Language
Japanese
Country
Rating
8.5/10 (711 votes)
Popularity
22
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Kaiju No. 8 about?
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.
Where can I watch Kaiju No. 8?
Kaiju No. 8 is available on Crunchyroll, Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, Anime Times Amazon Channel. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Kaiju No. 8 have?
Kaiju No. 8 has 1 season with 23 episodes total.
Who stars in Kaiju No. 8?
The cast of Kaiju No. 8 includes Masaya Fukunishi, Asami Seto, Wataru Katoh, Fairouz Ai, Kengo Kawanishi.
What is the rating of Kaiju No. 8?
Kaiju No. 8 has a rating of 8.5 out of 10 based on 711 votes on TMDB.
Is Kaiju No. 8 still running?
Kaiju No. 8 is currently active with a status of "Returning Series."
GENRES (3)
Animation
Action & Adventure
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
