The Kaiju No. 8 anime is ramping up excitement for its second season, slated for July 2025, with the release of a striking new visual as part of the Kaiju Hyakkei monthly art series. Revealed on the official Kaiju No. 8 website, this eleventh installment of the Kaiju Hyakkei series captivates fans with its vivid depiction of the anime’s monstrous world, heightening anticipation for the next chapter of Kafka Hibino’s journey.
The Kaiju Hyakkei series, a monthly showcase of scenic and dynamic illustrations, has become a fan-favorite tradition, offering fresh glimpses into the Kaiju No. 8 universe. The new artwork features a striking scene set against a partly cloudy sky. In the foreground, Kafka Hibino, in his Kaiju No. 8 form with glowing cyan accents and a skull-like mask, crouches on a red metal structure, holding a green object. He wears a backpack and exudes a sense of readiness. Above, a series of colorful, dragon-like fish kites with sharp teeth and menacing expressions soar on poles, each adorned with vibrant, flowing ribbons. The kites, painted in hues of dark blue, orange, red, and teal, create a dynamic contrast against the sky, blending traditional kite-flying imagery with the series’ kaiju theme. This artwork, produced by Production I.G., highlights the fusion of cultural elements and monstrous aesthetics.
The Kaiju Hyakkei visual is part of a broader wave of Kaiju No. 8 content in 2025. The Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon film, a Season 1 recap with the exclusive Hoshina’s Day Off episode, hit North American theaters on April 13, 2025, earning praise from fans. The franchise is also expanding with a slice-of-life spinoff manga, Kaiju No. 8: Relax, set for Fall Participating in the conversation on X shows fans buzzing about the new art and Season 2’s potential to top its predecessor.
What Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Will Be About
Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 continues the story of Kafka Hibino, a kaiju cleanup worker who transforms into the powerful Kaiju No. 8 after a mysterious creature merges with his body. Following the explosive Season 1 finale in Spring 2024, where Kafka’s kaiju identity was exposed to the Anti-Kaiju Defense Force, Season 2 will explore his struggle to prove his worth as a weapon or face elimination.
The season will introduce First Division Captain Gen Narumi, whose updated design addresses fan feedback, and feature intense battles alongside the series’ signature humor and character development. A special episode, Hoshina’s Day Off, which premiered with the Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon compilation film, hints at the lighter moments fans can expect.
You can watch the official trailer for Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 below:
With Season 2 set to stream on Crunchyroll and air on TV Tokyo, featuring the theme song “Invincible” by OneRepublic, Kaiju No. 8 is gearing up to dominate Summer 2025. For more details, visit the official Kaiju No. 8 website or follow the series’ X account.
