Naoya Matsumoto’s manga titled “Kaiju No. 8,” which was serialized on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ digital platform for five years, came to an end on July 17th after a total of 129 chapters. This series is notable due to its protagonist, Kafka Hibino, whose background resonates deeply with readers, contrasting with the typical lead characters found in Shonen Jump manga. At 30 years old, Kafka holds a modest job cleaning up kaiju remnants instead of living his dream life. However, everything changes for him when an unusual event bestows upon him the ability to pursue his dream of eliminating monsters and fighting alongside his childhood friend. The compelling journey of Kafka serves as the core of the series and has captivated numerous fans.
As I eagerly await the arrival of the first volume of “Rai Rai Rai,” a fresh manga on the horizon that seems to embody the same essence as “Kaiju No. 8” through its compelling protagonist, I find myself looking forward to it with great anticipation. With “Kaiju No. 8” now fully complete and no new chapters to look forward to, this upcoming work is bound to catch the eye of fans who have grown fond of the original. Much like Kafka’s journey in “Kaiju No. 8,” “Rai Rai Rai” follows a female protagonist and promises to captivate readers with its enthralling storyline, delivering the same exhilaration that comes from witnessing personal growth and overcoming the challenges that this new adventure presents.
Shogakukan’s Rai Rai Rai Captures the Same Essence That Kaiju No. 8 Does With Kafka
Since August 2023, the manga titled “Rai Rai Rai” has been published on Shogakukan’s Ura Sunday manga website and MangaONE app, created by the talented Yoshiaki. The first volume is scheduled for release in Western regions on August 12, 2025, with pre-orders available via Viz Media’s website. Fans in certain areas can also read the series online through Viz Media’s portal. “Rai Rai Rai” is an exciting choice, particularly for those who enjoyed Kafka’s adventures in “Kaiju No. 8,” as its main character, Sumire Ichigaya, experiences a situation remarkably similar to Hibino Kafka’s.
The story of “Rai Rai Rai” unfolds in a world post-alien war victory, where humans are now grappling with a fresh global peril. They find themselves battling against ‘space vermin’, leftovers from the failed alien invasion – these are essentially monstrous aliens and toxic space pesticides. To counteract this danger, organizations have risen, and their soldiers, who fight these monsters, are revered like heroes, similar to the Defense Force in “Kaiju No. 8”. These soldiers don specialized suits fueled by alien tech, much like the Defense Force utilizing armor made from kaiju remnants. On the other hand, there are roles dedicated to cleaning up the hazardous pesticides, which pose a risk to the environment and resources.
As a fellow dreamer with a past shrouded in struggle, much like Kafka who scrubbed the remains of colossal monsters post-battles, I’ve been shoulder-burdened by my father’s debt since high school, working as a pesticide cleaner to make ends meet. My life took an extraordinary turn when I was kidnapped by extraterrestrials, leading to an alien inhabiting my body – unlike Kafka’s kaiju, this cosmic guest brought its own immediate challenges!
The tale unfolds with humor and intrigue as the alien within me not only causes chaos but also grants me an extraordinary power to join the celestial battle against space pests. The captivating narrative of Rai Rai Rai echoes Kafka’s journey while surpassing Tokyo Fears Rhapsody, making it a more fitting successor to the epic Kaiju No. 8.
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