Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Spiraken Manga Review Ep 605: Kaiju Kamui
In this episode, Xan tackles Kaiju Kamui by Shintaro Arima, a kaiju manga that wears its Evangelion influences on its sleeve.
Does this story of a pilot bonding with a biological weapon to fight monsters forge its own path, or does it get crushed under the weight of its inspirations? We break down what works and what feels a little too familiar in this action-packed series.
In This Episode:
A critical look at the series' clear Evangelion parallels and its original ideas.
Our final verdict on whether it's a worthy read for kaiju and mecha fans.
The latest headlines and releases in the world of manga.
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