Episode guide
Kaiju No. 8: Season 1
23 episodes · premiered Apr 13, 2024
Kafka Hibino finally gets another chance to pursue his childhood dream of joining the Defense Force, only to gain the ability to transform into a kaiju himself. While hiding his extraordinary secret, he fights alongside a new generation of officers against increasingly intelligent and powerful threats, forcing him and his comrades to grow stronger as the battle for humanity’s survival escalates.
- Episode 1: The Man Who Became a Kaiju Apr 13, 2024 · 24m · TMDB 7.6 Kafka Hibino has given up his dream of joining the Defense Force and now works cleaning up the remains of defeated kaiju. When ambitious newcomer Reno Ichikawa reminds him of the promise…
- Episode 2: The Kaiju Who Defeats Kaiju Apr 20, 2024 · 24m · TMDB 7.6 Following the shocking incident at the hospital, Kafka and Reno are forced to flee while trying to understand what has happened. When they encounter civilians threatened by a kaiju, Kafka…
- Episode 3: Revenge Match Apr 27, 2024 · 24m · TMDB 7.4 Kafka and Reno arrive for the Defense Force selection exam, where they meet the highly confident Kikoru Shinomiya. Determined to revive his abandoned dream while keeping his secret hidden…
- Episode 4: Fortitude 9.8 May 4, 2024 · 24m · TMDB 7.8 Kikoru’s overwhelming combat ability brings the Defense Force exam to a swift conclusion, leaving the other candidates in awe. Before they can recover, a mysterious kaiju suddenly appears…
- Episode 5: Joining Up! May 11, 2024 · 24m · TMDB 7.0 Kafka finally takes his first step into the Defense Force, but his place among its ranks is far from secure. Given only three months to prove his worth, he throws himself into training…
- Episode 6: Sagamihara Neutralization Operation at Daybreak May 18, 2024 · 24m · TMDB 7.6 Kafka and the other new recruits embark on their first real Defense Force mission when a kaiju emerges in Sagamihara. Assigned to eliminate smaller monsters behind the front lines, Kafka…
- Episode 7: Kaiju No. 9 May 25, 2024 · 24m Reno and Iharu encounter a mysterious humanoid kaiju whose strength and intelligence far exceed their expectations. Quickly overwhelmed, the two recruits are pushed into a desperate fight…
- Episode 8: Welcome to the Defense Force Jun 1, 2024 · 24m · TMDB 7.3 After revealing his power to save Reno and Iharu, Kafka comes face-to-face with Hoshina, who immediately recognizes him as a dangerous kaiju. Reluctant to fight back against someone he…
- Episode 9: Raid on Tachikawa Base Jun 8, 2024 · 24m With Mina away, Tachikawa Base is suddenly attacked by a coordinated swarm of flying kaiju led by a powerful new intelligent threat. As the Defense Force scrambles to defend its…
- Episode 10: Secret Revealed Jun 15, 2024 · 24m As the attack on Tachikawa Base intensifies, Hoshina is pushed to his limits against an increasingly powerful enemy. With the Defense Force struggling to contain the threat, Kafka faces an…
- Episode 11: Kaiju No. 8 Captured Jun 22, 2024 · 24m With his identity exposed, Kafka is taken into Defense Force custody and transferred to headquarters under the orders of Director General Isao Shinomiya. Haunted by the possibility that…
- Episode 12: Kafka Hibino Jun 29, 2024 · 24m As the Third Division fights to save Kafka from execution, he is forced into a brutal confrontation with Director General Isao Shinomiya. When the kaiju within him begins to seize control…
- Episode 13: Kaiju Weapon Jul 19, 2025 · 24m Kafka goes on a mission with his new squad and faces Kaiju No. 9 once again.
- Episode 14: The Next Generation's Trial Jul 26, 2025 · 24m A massive sinkhole opens in Shinagawa, unleashing a swarm of giant ant kaiju and sending the First Division into action. As Kikoru works to prove herself under Narumi’s command, Kafka…
- Episode 15: The Strongest Division Aug 2, 2025 · 24m Kaiju No. 9 divides into two bodies, forcing the First Division into battles on multiple fronts. While Narumi confronts one of the evolving threats, Kafka and Kikoru struggle against the…
- Episode 16: The Man Called Isao Shinomiya Aug 9, 2025 · 24m As the battle against Kaiju No. 9 reaches a critical stage, Kafka, Kikoru, and Narumi combine their strength to confront the evolving threat. Just when the Defense Force appears to regain…
- Episode 17: I Want to Be Strong Aug 16, 2025 · 24m In the aftermath of the devastating battle with Kaiju No. 9, the Defense Force faces an uncertain future. As Narumi and Kikoru renew their determination to become stronger, Kafka confronts…
- Episode 18: Compatible User Aug 23, 2025 · 24m Kaiju No. 10 awakens in Defense Force custody and makes an unexpected proposal to Hoshina. Meanwhile, the division captains gather to discuss how to confront the growing threat of Kaiju…
- Episode 19: Wall Aug 30, 2025 · 24m Chosen to wield the formidable Numbers Weapon 6, Reno enters his first real battle with the dangerous new equipment. As his abilities continue to grow at an astonishing pace, Iharu…
- Episode 20: Destiny Sep 6, 2025 · 24m As Reno struggles to control the immense power of Numbers Weapon 6, Iharu refuses to let him face the danger alone. Their battle pushes both recruits to their limits, forcing Iharu to…
- Episode 21: Omen Sep 13, 2025 · 24m Determined to fight without relying entirely on Kaiju No. 8, Kafka begins intensive close-quarters training under Hoshina. As he reconnects with his scattered comrades, the Defense Force…
- Episode 22: Cataclysms Sep 20, 2025 · 24m Kaiju suddenly emerge across Tokyo and begin coordinated attacks on critical facilities throughout Japan. As the crisis spreads on an unprecedented scale, the First and Third Divisions…
- Episode 23: Second Wave Sep 27, 2025 · 24m Just as the Defense Force begins turning the tide against the widespread kaiju attacks, five powerful numbered kaiju appear before its strongest fighters. With the situation rapidly…