The Man Who Became a Kaiju | Kaiju No. 8 Ep 1 Reaction

This anime is looking really good! Check out our Reaction to Kaiju No. 8 Episode 1.
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[@StruckByBelz]

This anime is looking like it's going to be one of them ones!

[@DexTaiga]

Try "The New Gate" too that came out the same time with Kaiju No.8, its a banger. Coming from one that read this both new anime.

[@Dhoop0]

He's an It 😂😂😭

[@tanvu2728]

P.S.... All the voice actors are mostly new or not that famous, the exception is the girls in the show.... Mina voice actor is Nobara (JJK) and you will also get a voice actor of Power (CSM) later. P.S. the reason you getting naruto vibes is probably because the character designers for the anime is the same one as Naruto's, In fact. Kafka design (mainly his face) looks similar to Obito.

[@lawranzdellvilla4265]

You know that the ending you just heard was from the band "One Republic - Nobody " and when i saw it i can't believe that they get a famous band for their Ending

[@OOSkydenOO]

guys u should watch "Burn the witch" by Kubo its in the same univers of bleach. Only 4 spécial episode

[@thoamasgreen282]

One Republic made the ending song, that's why it's in english

[@MarvyG23]

Wow a shonen protagonist around my age. Production is really good. Hope this will be more than a single cour.

[@binplus8517]

What do you mean by "single cour"

[@andrejalempijevic536]

​@@binplus8517 more than 12. Episodes

[@kevinkovacs3131]

I hate to say it but but season 1 is only gonna have 12 eps which means only 1 cour.

[@kurosakiichigo6467]

Theres only 100 chapter i doubt they gonna animate 24 ep

[@binplus8517]

@@kurosakiichigo6467 there is a side story so i believe they will animate that, because it's obvious there is very few chapters on the Main story... so we will have to wait a lot of episode to see the Main story continue.

[@Hunntaro]

Kafka is such an amazing MC. His charisma and positivity is so intoxicating. You guys are in for a treat with this series. Not to mention the pacing is perfect so you’ll never be bored

[@killa5104]

way better than what we have in jujutsu frauden

[@user-sk3ir1gh4j]

@@killa5104facts I read the Manga it is Goated I hope this series is

[@FLYINGFACTS1]

The thing which I love about this anime is it develops its side characters perfectly and give all of them a good storyline , in solo leveling it was all about sung jin woo side characters were heavily ignored

[@anthonybarker-zp7hd]

@@killa5104 jjk clears this

[@domlop9278]

@@FLYINGFACTS1True lol. Although I will give credit. The solo leveling anime gave the side characters 200% more depth than in the manga as shallow as it might seem.

[@isekaiacademy7602]

I love how the Mc is called Kafka referencing Franz Kafka who wrote a famous book called the metamorphosis.

[@aasnnithiamhuanok4389]

oh my god is that why he has that name

[@imprlanass]

Can you explain more? What does that have to do with the MC?. Sry I'm just clueless

[@CannabisAndCancer]

​@@imprlanass In the book by Kafka, the main character randomly becomes a giant cockroach and is essentially abandoned by his family. No reason is ever given for why he changed. It's a sad yet interesting story.

[@deejellyjay1731]

@@CannabisAndCancerI’ve heard about this story. He woke up on the bed as a giant bug

[@flochforster6892]

Having the Protagonist be significantly older than most shonen MC's instantly grabbed my attention. On top of the gorgeous animation.

[@bustercannon6088]

I can’t believe One republic actually made the ending song!

[@fernandocontreras1110]

It the opining every big anime the op will be at the end at the first episode

[@adityaraut5274]

Im really glad you noticed that his younger version looks and sounds similar to Naruto. I thought I was the only one 😂😂

[@binplus8517]

I also sense thats vibes.

[@aizawaaiminn]

I mean probably because the character designer and chief animation director is the character designer for Naruto Shippuden and Boruto 😂😂

[@godoftokyo2009]

Its more like boruto's voice

[@NebyuGameFreak]

12:53 *Fun Fact:* The character designer for this show is Tetsuya Nishio, the same character designer for Naruto Shippuden. You can tell by looking right here 15:52 Kafka is drawn just like Naruto

[@maxojavierrojasurzua5746]

The Shonen series who represents the thirty year old men and women is finally here. Thanks Japan. 🔥 (I'm 23 myself) 😂

[@malkuusha]

Let’s be real, age of the characters only changes their circumstances and the plot setting, characters themselves don’t change much 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@DanielSantos-kt3xh]

PACIFIC RIM MENTIONED 🗣🗣🔥🗿🔥🗿🔥

[@jasonarendse943]

Just started reading the manga and I'm loving it, so glad the anime is here

[@LoveByNicole]

The kaiju movie I think you're thinking of is Pacific Rim with Idris Elba. Where they basically fight Kaijus/Godzilla type monsters in giant robots

[@mystickago]

9:20 LOL we need explanation

[@malkuusha]

“The real bonding happens in intestines work”, this line is burst me into tears 😭🤣

[@blakemason3902]

Kafka is one of those super simple lovable characters who is serious at times but mostly keeps things light hearted. Mina was a scared kid who lost her cat and she upgraded to captain of the defense force with a big cannon so she's no longer defenseless and she's got a tiger which is just so cool. The serious should be giving you more attack in titan than Naruto vibes. And don't worry this series is not going to lack in action or impactful villians or stakes. It's a pretty picture of a society that is used to kaiju appearances but starting with Kafka lots of unexpected stuff happens. The animation didn't bother me, I like how vibrant it was and the sound design was awesome. I did notice ichikawa looked a little strange in the battle with the yoju and it makes me slightly worried for division 3 vice captain (strong Levi vibes) for his action animation but I'm gonna trust the process.

[@a.m.studios6126]

Some attack of the titans vibes where a man becomes the same kind of monsters he fights, but for good.

[@tanvu2728]

Btw.... the studio that made this anime is IG PRODUCTION, the team members are similar to the ones that did Heavenly Delusion, PLUS.... IG PRO did technically help WIT studio make the first 2 and half seasons of AOT, so some scenes and sudden JOLT of action is reminiscent of AOT. For example, the scene where the Yoju's jaw was gonna close down on the character's body, is similar to AOT for sure.

[@fc3sturbogtr]

I’d like to think Kaijuu no.8 was slotted later due to the dubbing. They’re banking on it being the next globally watched/hyped (a la Demon Slayer, MHA etc.) anime franchise. I mean Yungblud from the UK for the OP, OneRepublic for the ED is definitely a sign they’re putting effort into it being a success outside of Japan. The manga has outsold other big shounen outside of Japan as well.

[@gamewatch9967]

crazy how sakamoto days hasnt been animated yet

[@ItsBaileyTV]

ive been reading the manga so i was super hyped for this! yall are in for a crazy ride! 😂

[@user-zi7my2ye3h]

refreshing to see a MC thats older, i can tell this will be a fun ride

[@doreentan5867]

The ending song was OneRepublic (the band who sang Secret and Counting stars) And for opening song was Yungblud feat Imagine Dragon

[@rasheedgilliam8790]

My other headphones don’t work 🤣🤣🤣 Husband: living life

[@RiceBROS90]

I’m so stoked the anime is finally out. I’ve been reading the manga for over two years and it’s so good

[@mikhaeldave6716]

The ending song is made by OneRepublic. You know.. they are popular. (song: Counting Star, Top Gun OST, etc)

[@RoyceBrown-gl9fm]

I've been excited for this for a couple years. I started off with the manga. Getting to see it animated and differences. Super cool. Not to mention. Needing more kaiju stuff out there.

[@tightgrip]

im glad i never seen the trailer! I need episode 2 after that reveal!

[@OwO-pw8js]

There is someone to look forward to when it comes to a intellectual antagonist but I will let the show speak for itself. There are some really hype moments I really can't wait to see animated, one of them is literally in the next episode. Been waiting a long time for this and it's finally here. 😌

[@binplus8517]

Yeah, that's gonna be the main topic on Episode 2, he is a Kaijuu now... But he trully wanna be at the Defence Force.

[@mk9beatz]

I’ve been reading the manga since day one and it has only gotten better!! we are in the middle of the biggest battle yet rn where i am reading ! this is 100% one to watch!!

[@therandombits4315]

this reminds me of the 1994 movie Guyver where alien can be used as full body weapon...this anime rocks!! i think im gonna re-read the manga again..

[@r3.4ct]

That entrance was 🔥🔥🔥

[@valisterreuben8392]

Y'all are gonna love this series, I own the manga vol 1-9, straight comedy, and action is all you'll need.

[@haydenberends3905]

They actually released the sub and dun at the same time. You should check out the dub.

[@mk9beatz]

Honestly a big surprise is that Reno’s VA is fairly new! he only has 14 total VA roles including this one! the most notable being Rentaro in 100 Girlfriends!

[@binplus8517]

The animation!

[@cubspopply5445]

The fact that Yungblud made the opening, AND ONEREPUBLIC THE ENDING, is kindaaaaa nuts.

[@sniclops15]

Never thought I'd see One Republic used in an anime, especially one as popular as this!

[@jordansolomonkwiwa2644]

I love that OneRepublic did the original ending or opening (IDK) OST for this anime🤩🤩

[@andreobejas9704]

fun fact: the mc and mina were childhood friends that swore when they grow up..., mc promises that they'll join defense Corps to protect their country against the threat of kaijus... mc will be thhe captain and mina will be the vice-captain but yeah... mc ended up to the cleaning crew and mina ended up to be the captain of the defense corps and.... yeah (mina ignoring him cause he lied, and easily gave up😅...)

[@kizumii7070]

The people that made the ending song is actually oneRepublic ong

[@NightravenNevermore]

The movie you guys are talking about in the beginning is called Pacific Rim btw, where a team of humans pilots the giant Kaiju-fighting robots called Jaegers. IK it bothers me when I can't figure out the title of something I'm thinking about lol

[@joelewis6630]

As a manga reader, I just gotta say that y’all aren’t ready for this series! Such a fun series lol

[@CallMeKatMeow13]

This was a great first episode! I’ve been reading the manga and it’s great! In terms of sub or dub, I’d suggest watching both the 1st and at most 3 episodes to figure out which you enjoy more, some series take more time to figure out more then others 🤗🤗

[@legendaryvicius]

Don't ask us if we prefer subs or dubs! Lmao that's one particular war you don't wants us raging on your comment section xD

[@alexanderbernett79]

He really called Orihime’s brother and grand fisher filler in Bleach *Nick Young Face*

[@cucumbrouschimera3123]

When that monster came up i knew thisbis gonna be worth my time

[@motsu2163]

Mark my word's, this'll be a trend in a few eps. I can't wait for dandadan's adaption next.

[@BradShadowDog]

4:53, thats funny, in the sub the drone says thank you and in the dub the drone says arigatou, lol.

[@user-oc9ic3zw7v]

Asami Seto's voice is really nice. He is the voice actor of Nobara Kugisaki.

[@randomvideos4327]

Im sold,,.im reading the manga right now.

[@RadiantandDire]

Reading the manga and it's great

[@leonardogiacomini6315]

The ending was made by One republic and the opening by yungblud, certified bangers

[@ChIMeRaTeX]

This will be a interesting one for sure! I'm a manga reader and the potential on this one is really big! It takes some of the best things from other anime and combines them into this unique and engaging story! It draws inspiration from shows such as AOT, Naruto, MHA, JJK and Chainsawman. Only problem is the mangaka has some issues with consistent manga output, so I reckon the anime will not release season after season in a short time. There might be long wait times between seasons.

[@zenpizy]

The art style gives me some heavenly delusion vibe

[@bellcranell2525]

The movie u mentionned is called pacific rim it s soo good 😁

[@DirtyKey843]

It’s in Dub too and I love y’all vids❤️

[@IcyKingMac]

Reminds me of the Pacific rim movies

[@kevlowry]

Watch it in what ya want sheesh🤣

[@medardourdaneta1198]

Jajaja finally those like me around 30 can relate lol

[@tompain6498]

The movie you're referencing is Pacific Rim.

[@Thriscucker]

Get that girl some new headphones! 😂

[@boipablo6655]

Younger Kafka looks like boruto bro😭

[@FlowEpic]

I love this series! One of my fav protagonists OAT!

[@jalenholmes216]

the ending is one republic

[@arishaarbin749]

you guys should watch wind breaker btw this anime looking really good ❤

[@TheOne11111]

Attack On Titan vibe. Looking forward to see more.

[@joelharry6482]

That movie(s) called pacific rim

[@user-sn9tr3wb1j]

fyi the op song is sung by yungblud and ed song will sung by onerepublic

[@binplus8517]

He didnt transform or fusion with the Kaijuu... Its like a Symbiosis, Metamorphosis the two had, a CoEvolutionary Organism.. where Kafka was compatible with this. The Defense force do the same but in a artifiicial way... This is at celullar level, natural way 100%.

[@emiliooo1995]

Yay

[@melantakwarrior8423]

I've read the manga and it kinda 🔥. I hope the anime does manga justice. 😂

[@blick9246]

I wish yall would just decide to watch one anime in dub at least, despite the polls lol it’s a lot of bias against dub lol

[@lekz7645]

One republic damn son

[@jamiedeering3400]

I've always been a dub guy. Also i read the manga and it's awesome

[@edquad2765]

I used to be as well. After I started learning Japanese 2 years ago, I started mainly watching in sub, though.

[@scuttleboy]

You're getting Naruto vibes because this show has the same character designer as Naruto (the designs especially remind me of Naruto the Last movie)

[@realdream2]

2:14 the name of that movie is Pacific Rim

[@GreatAndMightyPulse99]

Atlantic rim better 🤪

[@realdream2]

@@GreatAndMightyPulse99 alantic rim is CRAZY

[@altereddemon3234]

pacific rim mentioned! lets go

[@AceBountyHunterRex]

Not surprised people would have a sub bias. That or if you did watch dub half the comments would just be people complaining about it and how you should feel bad for enjoying it.

[@Loveforshare123]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@mikevfx7108]

Why do i feel like attack on titan feeling

[@DaddyLoyalSkinn]

go to dub it’s so good. i have no clue why dub gets the hate.

[@PLHouse]

Exactly it only makes it easier to watch. I hate focusing on subtitles cuz sometimes you miss key details while reading.

[@DaddyLoyalSkinn]

@@PLHouse good point that goes for all shows to.

[@mathmols8835]

Because dub is fucking cringe to listen to compared to sub… Its really not hard to understand that sub is in 99% of the time way better than dub

[@LokiDessie_]

@mathmols8835 I agree but some shows have good dubs

[@mathmols8835]

@@LokiDessie_ Some do, Kengan Ashura and Baki is an example of good dub shows. Then we for example have shows like Tensei Slime that have very good sub VA, but the dub VA makes you want to 💀 yourself…

[@Zebra_27]

I love pacific rim

[@gragalakaisel1477]

If you guys want something similar, not very similar. but just the concept of having aliens invading earth. Try World trigger. I to this day still believe it has the most engaging combat of all shonen. you'll never know who will win the fight and even if you do. you'll never predict how that character will win. The author is so creative when it comes to fights. he's really using every bit of his braincells to come up with strategies.

[@fahrul7016]

Aren't you guys going to continue reacting to Ninja Kamui? Now it's episode 10

[@Lloyd00]

I recognize the voice of Gon Freecs anywhere!!

[@S3rpz]

It was actually in dub u guys should try it

[@delonreid148]

I heard just started naruto👀 will yall be posting reactions to it soon lol 😅

[@Aorela_El]

Anyone else who watches DUB[if there's one] then goes through SUB later?? Except for the bigger ones like JJK, SL, Bleach etc... Where I reverse😁

[@ygwunholy3732]

❤❤

[@tristian778]

Facts I get Naruto vibes too bro

[@skyguyflyinghigh]

i think it's maybe intended to not make it matter if you do dub or sub as some sort of creative decision, in the dub (which is actually fine) that came out on the same day not as an afterthought the guy who asks for a sample says arigato... but in the sub says thank you and the VA's and lip syncing is fine in both.

[@cateye1858]

The dub is actually good on this

[@reinhardtsilvalopez2026]

Sutmarni petua tu a besi siore kela 🥰

[@alexanderbernett79]

The dub is dope

[@ethereum572]

Did you guys watch death note?

[@JTstacks23]

another new anime you gotta check out this season is go go loser ranger.

[@rileymccormick1102]

One republic made the ending

[@p3rcuzgaming425]

sub or dub doesnt matter ill still watch u guys