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 …

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 …

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 31, 2025 · 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 7, 2025 · The excitement around Kaiju No. 8 season 2 was high before its debut, and it continues to grow further. Adapted from Naoya Matsumoto’s popular manga, the first season, …

Dec 7, 2023 · Kaiju mythology has significantly influenced Japanese culture and beyond, shaping storytelling, entertainment, and even discussions around environmental and ethical issues. …

Dec 6, 2022 · What is a Kaiju? In pure fan-terminology context, a kaijū is any creature that is significantly large in scale. Kaiju as a word also refers to the genre of media that includes …

Godzilla (Japanese: ゴジラ, Hepburn: Gojira) is a Japanese giant monster, or kaiju, franchise centering on the titular character, a prehistoric reptilian monster awakened and powered by …