Summary
- “Kaiju No. 8 Volume 15 introduces Mina Ashiro on the cover for the first time.”
- “Expect Volume 15 to include intense battles, plot revelations, and deeper insights into the main character.”
- “Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 confirmed for July 2025 with new characters, deeper lore exploration, and an OneRepublic theme song.”
Kaiju No. 8 volume 15 is set to hit shelves soon, bringing fans another thrilling installment of Naoya Matsumoto’s hit manga series. The official cover art features Mina Ashiro, the formidable captain of the Third Division, in her first cover appearance. Along with the reveal, the publisher has confirmed that Kaiju No. 8 Volume 15 will be released on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
The manga continues to captivate readers with its unique blend of sci-fi action and compelling character development. With Volume 15 covering Chapters 113-118, fans can expect more intense battles, major plot revelations, and deeper insights into the origins of Kaiju No. 8 himself. English-speaking audiences can look forward to the volume’s official translation by VIZ Media.

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Mina Ashiro Takes Center Stage on Kaiju No. 8’s Volume 15 Cover
For the first time in the series’ history, Mina Ashiro graces the cover of a Kaiju No. 8 volume. As the leader of the Defense Force’s Third Division, Mina has proven time and again that she’s one of humanity’s strongest weapons against the Kaiju. Her presence on the cover hints at her growing significance in the ongoing story, potentially diving deeper into her past and her connection to Kafka Hibino’s transformation into Kaiju No. 8.
Kaiju No. 8 Anime Season 2 Confirmed for July 2025
Alongside the manga’s latest release, excitement continues to build for Kaiju No. 8 season 2, which is officially scheduled to air in July 2025. Following the success of its debut season, the anime adaptation will delve further into the intense battles between the Defense Force and the ever-evolving Kaiju threat.

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What to Expect in Kaiju No. 8 Season 2
- Returning Cast & New Characters – Masaya Fukunishi reprises his role as Kafka Hibino, alongside Asami Seto as Mina Ashiro and Kazuya Nakai as Gen Narumi. Additional casting announcements are expected closer to the premiere.
- Expanded Role for Gen Narumi – The newly released teaser from Jump Festa 2025 suggests that Gen Narumi, the First Division Captain, will play a more pivotal role this season.
- A Deeper Dive into Kaiju Lore – According to the manga, season 2 will further explore the origins of Kaiju No. 8 and the consequences of Kafka’s transformation.
- Bigger Battles and New Threats – Production I.G. aims to surpass Season 1’s already impressive animation with even more explosive fight sequences.
- OneRepublic’s New Theme Song – Kaiju No. 8 makes history by collaborating with Western music, featuring OneRepublic’s song “Invincible” as its opening theme.
Additional Content: Special Episode and Compilation Film
Before Season 2 premieres, fans will have the opportunity to revisit the series through a season 1 compilation film, set to release in Japanese theaters in March 2025. Additionally, a special episode titled “Hoshina’s Day Off” will provide a unique side story, likely a sweet filler episode before season 2 drops.
Source: Kaiju No. 8 Official Twitter/X Account

Kaiju No. 8
- Release Date
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April 13, 2024
- Directors
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Shigeyuki Miya, Tomomi Kamiya
- Writers
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Ichirō Ōkouchi
- Franchise(s)
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Kaiju No. 8
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