Grant Jones dives into the wild world of giant monsters and how Kaiju No. 8 builds on their legacy.
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Kaiju No. 8
Kaiju No. 8 is currently streaming on Crunchyroll....
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The Observation Deck: Kaiju No. 8
Talking about Kaiju No. 8 and some good old monster fun.
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Kaiju No. 8 Episode 7 Recap: “Kaiju No. 9”
In Kaiju No. 8 Episode 7, Kaiju No. 8,, Reno and Iharu encounter the powerful humanoid Kaiju No. 9.
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Kaiju No. 8 GN 1
After months of people begging me to get into Kaiju No. 8 and me dragging my feet, I can definitely say: they were all right, I should have…
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Anime Like Kaiju No. 8
For years, grotesque giant monsters have appeared suddenly to attack Japan. To combat the destructive threat, the Defense Corps was established to fight them
Godzilla Singular Point, JUJUTSU KAISEN, Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress, Tokyo Ghoul, World Trigger
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KAIJU NO.8 ANIME ADAPTATION
Hey everyone! Today is my going feral day apparently. Yesterday it was announced that Kaiju No.8 is getting an anime adaptation and my brain experienced a meltdown. I…
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Kaiju No. 8 – Ep. 2
I guess heroes really do come in all shapes and sizes.
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Kaiju No. 8: First Impression
Kafka once had a dream to join the Japan Defense Force and fight kaiju alongside his best friend, Mina. Now though, he cleans up the kaiju that she…
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KAIJU No.8 – Episode 1
It’s worth following a few more episodes just to see what the hype is about.
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Kaiju No.8 Remembers Humanity
There are kaiju, and then there’s Kaiju No. 8, a thoroughly different existence altogether. From start to finish, I was ride or die for this show; it could…
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Kaiju No. 8 Is The Shonen Of All-Time
Don’t you love the excessive advertising Crunchyroll gave this show?
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Kaijuu 8-gou (Kaiju No. 8) – 02
The upside here is at least I don't have another bubble series to worry about.
Emma Dreams of Stars and Kaiju No. 8
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Is Kaiju No 8 worth reading?
Kaiju No 8 joins Spy X Family on Shueisha's Shōnen Jump + app. But will it be a monster sucsess? Find out is Kaiju No 8 worth reading?
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First Impressions – Kaijuu 8-gou (Kaiju No. 8)
Never has a series been more aptly-named when you're in my line of work.
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Seasonal Selection – Kaiju No. 8 Episodes 7 & 8
Long battles and a lingering finish – we’re going to be wanting more when 12 episodes are done.
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Kaiju No. 8: The Shonen For Big Boys
Go to https://tryfum.com/BONSAIPOP and use code BONSAIPOP to save an additional 10% off your order today. Kaiju No. 8 is a unique shonen. When you think shonen you think…
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Kaiju No.8 Episode 2 Recap: “The Man Who Became a Kaiju”
At the end of the first episode of Kaiju No. 8, Kafka Hibino is infected by an unnamed kaiju and is transformed into Kaiju No. 8.
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Kaiju No. 8 Episode 1 Recap: “The Man Who Became a Kaiju”
Kaiju No. 8 is a manga series by Naoya Matsumoto, set in Japan, Kaiju rampage through the city, terrorizing the civilians.
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E97 - Kaiju No. 8 (Ch.41-55) - Kaiju Weapon Arc
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Kaiju No. 8 - The Beauty of a 32-Year Old Hero
When it comes to shonen manga, almost every protagonist is either a teenager or at most, a 20-something year old. However, in one shonen series, someone in their…
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The Eminence in Shadow Episode 8: Favorites
The Eminence in Shadow Episode 8: The terrorist's blade killed Cid. How dead is he, really? And can Sherry decipher the artifact in time?
Watch Out for Kaiju No. 8! (An Exercise in Translation)
One good thing about watching manga go live ASAP is how you can examine the translation process up close.
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Kaiju No. 8 Episode 8 Recap: “Welcome to the Defense Force”
In Kaiju No. 8 Episode 8, Vice Captain Soshiro Hoshina prepares to attack Kafka (Kaiju No. 8). Kafka doesn't know what to do.
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E124 - Kaiju No. 8 (Ch.56-76)
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E139 - Kaiju No. 8 (Ch.76-95)
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E73 - Kaiju No.8 (Ch.24-40)
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Kaiju No. 8 – Ep. 1 (First Impressions)
I don’t remember this version of “The Metamorphosis”.
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Kaiju No. 8: A Monstrous Sleeper Hit
Greetings, fabulous people of the Internet! Hanime on Anime here, and welcome to one hot month of brand-new reviews. And just coming off of Jojune, I’m starting with…
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Seasonal Selection – Kaiju No. 8 Episode 1
This one is going to be from the perspective of a Manga reader, be warned.
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Kaiju No. 8 Review: Oh, No, There Goes Tokyo
Art and Story by Naoya Matsumoto All chapters available on the Shonen Jump app For nearly 70 years, kaiju have been one of Japan’s most significant cultural exports.…
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The Eminence in Shadow – 04 – World of Shadow
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The Eminence in Shadow – 13 – The Beast Girl, the Witch and the Wardrobe
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Kaijuu 8-gou - Episode 1 - Kafka as Kaiju No. 8
Kafka turned into a kaiju after a flying, speaking kaiju flew into his mouth. Mysteries need solving in this show! Kaijuu 8-gou - Episode 1
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Weekly Review — The Eminence in Shadow Episodes 8
My review of The Eminence in Shadow episode 8 is up over on Anime News Network.
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The Eminence in Shadow (Volume 8) – The True Aberration!!!
Claire and Mary continued to climb the Red Tower and soon found themselves fighting Juggernaut. They were no match for his sheer power. It looked like they were…
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Kaiju No. 8 (Volume 1) – I Found You
After being left on a church step as a baby, Asta has developed some wild ideas. Despite his inability to use magic, he is determined the become the…
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Kaiju No.8 Episode 4 Recap: “Fortitude 9.8”
Kaiju No.8 Episode 4, Kafka exposes himself to Kikoru in order to rescue her. A new villain reveals themselves.
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Seasonal Selection – Kaiju No. 8 Episodes 9 & 10
In this pair of episodes: Loads more fighting and a really pivotal moment that there isn’t all that much time to pivot on.
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Seasonal Selection – Kaiju No. 8 Episodes 3 & 4
With the pace this show is taking, I might stick to reporting in every other week. It’s a great ride, but it takes its sweet time to get…
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Kaiju No.8 Episode 3 Recap: “Revenge Match”
Kaiju No. 8 opens with Kafka taking the second stage of Defense Force exam. He struggles with the physical aspect due to his age
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Kaiju No.8 Episode 5 Recap: “Joining Up!”
Kafka is admitted into the Defense Force, along with all the expected elites candidates.
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Kaiju No. 8 Episode 12 Recap: “Hibino Kafka”
Kaiju No. 8 Episode 12 the Defense Force decides the fate of Kafka Hibino, as he faces off against Shinomiya.
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Seasonal Selection – Kaiju No. 8 Episodes 5 & 6
Keeping on with double feature seasonals, it’s time for us to actually get down to business with the Defense Squad.
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 446: Kaiju No.8
In this episode, Xan reviews a new Shonen Jump title about fighting giant monsters and cleaning up after them. How violent is it? Well sit back and find…
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A Monstrous Manga - Talkōbon EP12: Kaiju No. 8
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Seasonal Selection – Kaiju No. 8 Episodes 11 & 12
The trial of Hibino Kafka is on.
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Kaiju No. 8 Episode 10 Recap: “Secret Revealed”
I was only a matter of time before Kafka was going to have to reveal his secret, in Kaiju No. 8 episode 10, he's forced to do just…