- Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 premieres in July 2025, promising intense battles and character development.
- Season 2 will cover the Kaiju Weapon Arc and Gen Narumi’s leadership, with a focus on internal battles.
- Key staff members and voice cast from Season 1 are returning for Season 2, with Crunchyroll streaming worldwide.
The second season of Kaiju No. 8 is officially on its way. At AnimeJapan 2025, fans were treated to a brand-new teaser trailer that showcased what’s next for Kafka Hibino and the world of monstrous threats. Alongside the action-packed preview, a release date for Season 2 was also revealed, signaling a summer of colossal showdowns and intense drama.
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Kaiju No. 8 made its debut in April 2024, quickly establishing itself as a standout in the crowded anime landscape. Adapted from Naoya Matsumoto’s hit manga, the series follows Kafka Hibino, a man working a mundane clean-up job in a kaiju-ravaged Japan. After a fateful encounter, Kafka gains the ability to transform into a powerful monster, leading to his recruitment by the Japan Anti-Kaiju Defense Force.
With its exhilarating action, heartfelt storytelling, and endearing characters, Season 1 became an instant fan favorite. The finale left viewers on edge, with Kafka’s secret identity exposed and the Defense Force divided on how to handle his monstrous powers. Season 2 was a no-brainer, and fans wasted no time demanding its return.
When Is Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Releasing?
What the Trailer Reveals About Season 2
The wait is almost over. Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 is set to premiere in July 2025. The summer anime season is notoriously competitive, with juggernauts like Dandadan and Sakamoto Days also making their debuts. Yet, with its massive following and gripping storyline, Kaiju No. 8 is more than prepared to hold its ground.
The teaser dives right into the aftermath of Kafka’s exposure. Now under the supervision of Gen Narumi, the First Division Captain and one of the strongest fighters in the Defense Force, Kafka will have to prove his worth despite the lingering distrust. Fans got a glimpse of Narumi’s eccentric yet commanding presence, drawing comparisons to iconic characters like Attack on Titan’s Levi Ackerman.
The trailer also teases intense battles against formidable kaiju, as well as character development for Kafka’s comrades, including Reno Ichikawa and Kikoru Shinomiya. The stakes are higher than ever, and the explosive animation from Production I.G, with kaiju designs crafted by Studio Khara, definitely means a visual spectacle.
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What to Expect from Kaiju No. 8 Season 2
|
Season |
Chapters |
Arcs Covered/Expected To Be Covered |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
1-39 |
Man Who Became Kaiju Arc, Sagamihara Nuetralization Arc, Raid on Tachikawa Base Arc, Kaiju No. 8 Captured Arc |
|
2 |
40-75 |
Kaiju Weapon Arc, Compatible User Arc, Cataclysms Arc |
Season 2 will adapt the manga’s Kaiju Weapon Arc, Compatible User Arc, and possibly the Cataclysms Arc as well. Gen Narumi’s leadership will take center stage as the First Division faces catastrophic threats. Meanwhile, Kafka’s internal battle to control his kaiju side will further intensify.
Additionally, fans can anticipate moments of levity and character growth. The special episode “Hoshina’s Day Off” showcased at AnimeJapan 2025 hinted at the series’ signature balance of humor and heart.
Who’s Behind the Scenes?
Several key staff members from Season 1 are returning for Season 2:
- Directors: Shigeyuki Miya (Bleach, Hell’s Paradise) and Tomomi Kamiya (Attack on Titan, Psycho-Pass, Chainsaw Man)
- Series Composition: Ichirō Ōkouchi (Code Geass, Spy × Family, Devilman: Crybaby)
- Character Designer: Tetsuya Nishio (Naruto, Haikyuu, Cowboy Bepop)
- Kaiju Designer: Mahiro Maeda (One Punch Man, Kill la Kill)
The voice cast also remains stellar:
- Kafka Hibino: Masaya Fukunishi (Tokyo Revengers, Solo Leveling)
- Reno Ichikawa: Wataru Katou (The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You)
- Soushirou Hoshino: Kengo Kawanishi (Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Tokyo Revengers)
- Gen Narumi: Kōki Uchiyama (new addition) (My Hero Academia, Sakamoto Days)
Where to Watch Kaiju No. 8 Season 2
Crunchyroll has confirmed it will stream Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 worldwide, making it accessible to fans across the globe. Additionally, the platform will offer both subtitled and dubbed versions, continuing the simulcast tradition established during the first season.
With July just around the corner, excitement is building for the return of Kafka and his kaiju-fighting comrades. Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 promises to deliver the action, drama, and heart that made its predecessor a fan favorite. Prepare for impact – the monsters are back, and this time, the stakes are higher than ever.
Source: AnimeJapan 2025 Stage Event
