About this series
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.
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Quick facts
First aired
2024
Seasons
1
Episodes
23
TMDB Rating
⭐ 8.4/10
Votes
750
Genre
Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Status
Returning Series
Network
TV Tokyo
Language
JA
Seasons & Episodes
S01E01
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 Kaiju and thinking back with…
S01E02
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...
S01E03
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?
S01E04
Fortitude 9.8
An unexpected incident during the exam forces Kafka to use his powers at the risk of revealing his secret.
S01E05
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 before he's fired...
S01E06
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.
S01E07
Kaiju No. 9
Reno and Iharu encounter a powerful humanoid Kaiju that quickly overwhelms them. Can help arrive in time?
S01E08
Welcome to the Defense Force
After transforming into a Kaiju to rescue Reno and Iharu, Kafka is found by Hoshina, who immediately attacks him.
S01E09
Raid on Tachikawa Base
Tachikawa base comes under attack from the air, as a powerful Kaiju has its sights set on the Defense Force.
S01E10
Secret Revealed
When the Defense Force is in danger, Kafka is forced to choose between keeping his secret and saving his comrades.
S01E11
Kaiju No. 8 Captured
Kaiju No. 8 is captured, and Kafka is at the mercy of the Defense Force's most important leaders.
S01E12
Kafka Hibino
Kafka's final fate is determined as the monster within him tries to take control.
S01E13
Kaiju Weapon
Kafka goes on a mission with his new squad and faces Kaiju No. 9 once again.
S01E14
The Next Generation's Trial
A challenge begins for the next generation of the Defense Force.
S01E15
The Strongest Division
Kaiju No. 9 appears for the third time, splitting in two and overwhelming the Defense Force.
S01E16
The Man Called Isao Shinomiya
Kaiju No. 9 reveals his true plan.
S01E17
I Want to Be Strong
Narumi and Kikoru's resolve is renewed. Kafka is forced to face the price that comes with his power.
S01E18
Compatible User
Reno Ichikawa has been chosen to wield the power of Numbers Weapon 6, the most powerful of them all.
S01E19
Wall
Iharu and Reno’s trust in each other becomes a powerful weapon that leads them in battle.
S01E20
Destiny
Kafka learns to fight without having to rely on Kaiju No. 8's power.
S01E21
Omen
A horde of Kaiju appear all over Tokyo at the same time!
S01E22
Cataclysms
The battle with No. 9's Kaiju begins in earnest.
S01E23
Second Wave
The Defense Forces suffer severe damage from a fortitude 9.0 Kaiju that appear at the capital.
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Questions about Kaiju No. 8
How many seasons does Kaiju No. 8 have?
Kaiju No. 8 has 1 season and 23 episodes total.
What genre is Kaiju No. 8?
Kaiju No. 8 is a Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy series.
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 TMDB rating for Kaiju No. 8?
Kaiju No. 8 has a TMDB rating of 8.4/10 based on 750 votes.
