Ani-One Philippines has announced that the Kaiju No. 8 anime will be premiering exclusively this April 13 on their YouTube channel. The anime will be available to watch for free with English subtitles and is scheduled to release new episodes every Saturday at 11:00 pm (GMT+8). Shigeyuki Miya is directing; Production I.G is handling animation production while Studio Khara is in charge of kaiju designs and artwork.
Ani-One Philippines describes the plot of the Kaiju No. 8 anime:
“In a world plagued by threatening creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka Hibino aspired to enlist in the Japan Defense Force to defeat them. “Let’s wipe out the Kaiju together.” Kafka pledged to his childhood friend, Mina Ashiro. Over time, life circumstances forced them to go their separate ways and caused him to abandon his lifelong ambition.
He found himself employed by Monster Sweeper, Inc., a professional cleaning company that specializes in cleaning up the aftermath of Kaiju battles. Meanwhile, Mina Ashiro is now the Captain of the Defense Force’s 3rd Division. As it stands, he is currently unworthy of fighting Kaiju alongside her.
At work, Kafka crosses paths with the highly motivated Reno Ichikawa. Reno’s undying determination to join the Defense Force leaves no room for failure. His perseverance reawakens Kafka’s ambition of standing next to Mina as they protect humanity from Kaiju together.
A dream frozen by time, thawed by a burning promise. But Kafka doesn’t know that an imminent Kaiju threat is unexpectedly approaching him.“
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In case you missed it, the anime was previously voted as the most anticipated title this spring. Ani-One Philippines also recently revealed an invitation for anime enthusiasts to join the anime’s “unforgettable expedition into uncharted territories.” Here’s what to expect from the world of Kaiju No. 8:
Monstrous Battles: Gear up for heart-stopping clashes between humanity and colossal Kaiju creatures, where the very fate of mankind hangs in the balance!
Intriguing Plot: Immerse yourself in a realm where science fiction intertwines seamlessly with the supernatural. Prepare to uncover secrets, untangle mysteries, and witness the forging of unexpected alliances.
Dynamic Characters: Prepare to be introduced to a diverse ensemble of characters, each harboring their own motivations, fears, and latent strengths, ready to captivate audiences with their depth and complexity, and of course, meet Kafka Hibino.
Stunning Animation: Experience awe-inspiring visuals and impeccably crafted animation sequences that promise to transport you into a world beyond your imagination.
Ani-One is a diversified Japanese animation content platform wholly owned by Medialink. Ani-One Asia YouTube Channel launched in October 2019 and has since accumulated a library of popular Japanese animated series and movies. In addition to its free content, Ani-One Asia also offers paid subscriptions with special perks. The channel also has sub-channels of Ani-One Thailand, China, Vietnam, and the Philippines. For more updates, follow Ani-One Asia YouTube page.
Source: Press Release
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