In John Scalzi 's 2022 book The Kaiju Preservation Society, kaiju are a species of gigantic monsters that exist in a parallel earth accessible through radiation sources.

Dec 13, 2025 · Traditionally, kaijū can refer to any sort of strange creature, but in recent times the word has become associated with a genre of tokusatsu entertainment, specifically Japanese …

6 days ago · Most of the all-time great kaiju movies were made in Japan, but a few noteworthy ones weren't, like Pacific Rim, Colossal, and the original King Kong.

Aug 14, 2025 · For nearly seven decades, Godzilla and the other kaiju have kept audiences at the edge of their seats. Kaiju represent the larger-than-life dangers we face as humans, such as …

Dec 29, 2025 · Kaiju No. 8 Season 3 Release Date Speculations Season 1 crushed it from April to June 2024, then Season 2 followed July through September 2025 – that’s roughly a 13-15 …

Dec 20, 2025 · Shonen Jump's smash-hit science-fantasy action show is officially returning for its final arc, with the anime now in production.

Kaiju (Japanese: 怪獣, Hepburn: Kaijū, lit. 'Strange Beast') is a Japanese term that is commonly associated with media involving giant monsters. A subgenre of science fiction, it was created …

The book explores kaiju’s lasting legacy, from its roots in post-war Japan to its influence on Hollywood directors like Steven Spielberg. This visually stunning and nostalgic guide appeals …

Dec 29, 2025 · The Kaiju No. 8 anime has announced a project titled “Final Chapter,” signalling a conclusion is now in production. The announcement was made during Jump Festa 2026, …

"Kaiju" roughly translates as "strange beast" in Japanese, but has come to be used as the word for Japanese monsters such as Godzilla, Mothra, Rodan and Gamera.