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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Apr 13, 2024 · 24m
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 regret to the days he spent with his childhood friend Mina Ashiro, captain of Defense Force's Third Division.
Apr 20, 2024 · 24m
After turning into a Kaiju, Kafka is forced to flee. His escape is interrupted, however, by the arrival of another Kaiju...
Apr 27, 2024 · 24m
Kafka arrives for one last shot at the Defense Force entry exam... but can he pass while keeping his Kaiju powers a secret?
May 4, 2024 · 24m
An unexpected incident during the exam forces Kafka to use his powers at the risk of revealing his secret.
May 11, 2024 · 24m
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...
May 18, 2024 · 24m
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.
May 25, 2024 · 24m
Reno and Iharu encounter a powerful humanoid Kaiju that quickly overwhelms them. Can help arrive in time?
Jun 1, 2024 · 24m
After transforming into a Kaiju to rescue Reno and Iharu, Kafka is found by Hoshina, who immediately attacks him.
Jun 8, 2024 · 24m
Tachikawa base comes under attack from the air, as a powerful Kaiju has its sights set on the Defense Force.
Jun 15, 2024 · 24m
When the Defense Force is in danger, Kafka is forced to choose between keeping his secret and saving his comrades.
Jun 22, 2024 · 24m
Kaiju No. 8 is captured, and Kafka is at the mercy of the Defense Force's most important leaders.
Jun 29, 2024 · 24m
Kafka's final fate is determined as the monster within him tries to take control.
Jul 19, 2025 · 24m
Kafka goes on a mission with his new squad and faces Kaiju No. 9 once again.
Jul 26, 2025 · 24m
A challenge begins for the next generation of the Defense Force.
Aug 2, 2025 · 24m
Kaiju No. 9 appears for the third time, splitting in two and overwhelming the Defense Force.
Aug 9, 2025 · 24m
Kaiju No. 9 reveals his true plan.
Aug 16, 2025 · 24m
Narumi and Kikoru's resolve is renewed. Kafka is forced to face the price that comes with his power.
Aug 23, 2025 · 24m
Reno Ichikawa has been chosen to wield the power of Numbers Weapon 6, the most powerful of them all.
Aug 30, 2025 · 24m
Iharu and Reno’s trust in each other becomes a powerful weapon that leads them in battle.
Sep 6, 2025 · 24m
Kafka learns to fight without having to rely on Kaiju No. 8's power.
Sep 13, 2025 · 24m
A horde of Kaiju appear all over Tokyo at the same time!
Sep 20, 2025 · 24m
The battle with No. 9's Kaiju begins in earnest.
Sep 27, 2025 · 24m
The Defense Forces suffer severe damage from a fortitude 9.0 Kaiju that appear at the capital.
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
Kaiju No. 8 Season 1 premiered on April 13, 2024.
Kaiju No. 8 Season 1 has 23 episodes.
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "The Man Who Became a Kaiju". It aired on April 13, 2024.
Go to Season 1 Episode 1