Cast of

Kaiju No. 8

In the thrilling and action-packed world of "Kaiju No. 8," the human race is constantly under attack from colossal monsters known as Kaiju. These creatures wreak havoc and destruction on a massive scale, leaving society in a perpetual state of fear and desperation. Amidst this chaos, a young man named Kafka Hibino dreams of enlisting in The Defense Force, a prestigious military organization dedicated to protecting humanity from the Kaiju threat.

As a child, Kafka made a solemn promise to his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro, that they would both join The Defense Force together and fight to protect their world. However, life had other plans for them, and their paths diverged as they grew older. While Mina rose through the ranks and became a prominent figure in The Defense Force, Kafka found himself working in a less glamorous, yet equally important role as a cleaner responsible for clearing up the aftermath of Kaiju battles. Despite his disappointment, Kafka never lost sight of his dream to join Mina and protect humanity from the monstrous invaders.

One fateful day, while performing his cleaning duties, Kafka encounters a mysterious and determined young man named Reno Ichikawa. Reno shares Kafka's dream of joining The Defense Force and his unwavering resolve rekindles Kafka's own passion and determination to fulfill his childhood promise to Mina. Together, the duo embarks on a thrilling and dangerous journey to overcome their personal obstacles and become the heroes that humanity needs in the face of the ever-present Kaiju threat. Along the way, they discover that the world of Kaiju and The Defense Force is far more complex and dangerous than they ever imagined, but their friendship and determination remain unshaken.