"Kaiju Girl Caramelise" Second Main Visual, Trailer Video Released
"Kaiju Girl Caramelise" The Second Main Visual and Trailer Video Released!
High School Girl × Kaiju?!
An over-the-top romantic comedy of epic proportionsー Now, finally coming to anime!
“KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE” is serialized in “Monthly Comic Alive” (KADOKAWA) and has sold over 230,000 copies in total. Featuring “High School Girl × Kaiju!?,” this series is the biggest romantic comedy manga in history, overturning all conventions (Original story by Aoki Spica) ー anime series set to premiere in July 2026. Today, we are unveiling the second main visual and trailer video, which capture the essence of this title. Also, we are announcing details on the opening and ending themes for this title, along with information about the music artists.
The original manga “KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE” has been serialized in “Monthly Comic Alive” since 2018 (KADOKAWA). High school girl Kuroe Akaishi suffers from an unexplained condition and falls in love with Arata Minami, the most popular boy at her school. While it follows the structure of a classic shojo romance, the moment her feelings surge, a giant kaiju, Harugon, suddenly appears in Tokyo.
This is a romantic comedy on an unprecedented scale that turns the conventions of shojo manga upside down.
In the newly released second main visual, Kuroe looks slightly pensive against a fantastical backdrop. What does her frail, sickly appearance reveal...? This visual gives a glimpse into the deepening mysteries of the story and a new side of Kuroe.
The second main trailer video follows the budding romance between Kuroe and Arata. Still, as the circumstances surrounding them become increasingly complicated, viewers are left wondering how their relationship will unfold—making this trailer video leave you eager to see what happens next.
URL: https://youtu.be/ECtHlHde3EQ
The opening theme for this series has been settled on “KAIJU GIRL” by METANICK.
With lyrics by Aira Yūki and music and arrangement by Yuki Honda, this track perfectly captures the world of this series, blending the heart-fluttering feelings of a girl in love with the dynamic energy of a kaiju!
Moreover, the ending theme has been settled as “OtomenoHonki” by HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily. HoneyWorks' signature cute and heartfelt sound accompanies Kuroe and her friends' romantic stories.
■Opening Theme
METANICK “KAIJU GIRL”
Main Vocal:AKARI
Scream Vocal:maki the nitewalker
Lyrics:Aira Yūki / Music&Arranged:Yuki Honda(Arte Refact)
Comments from METANICK (AKARI):
This is AKARI from METANICK. I'm truly honored to have been given the opportunity to
perform the opening theme song. I sang this song with all of Kuroe's insecurities,
romantic feelings, and her desire to change. Amid the
heavy, intense sound, we expressed a wide range of “emotions.” I hope you
enjoy the music along with the anime.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026: Digital Release
METANICK 1st Digital E.P. “KAIJU GIRL E.P.”
https://METANICK.lnk.to/KAIJUGIRL_ep
METANICK Official YouTube:
https://www.YouTube.com/@METANICK_0527
METANICK Official X:
https://x.com/METANICK_0527
METANICK Official TikTok:
https://www.TikTok.com/@METANICK_0527
■Ending Theme
HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily “OtomenoHonki”
Lyrics/Music/Arranged: HoneyWorks, MARUMOCHI
Comments from HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily
Nice to meet you!
We are HaKoniwalily. This is our favorite series that we've bought every volume of the manga—so we're truly excited to be assigned to work on it. The lyrics reflect Kuroe's struggle with feeling different from those around her, her clumsy attempts to express her feelings, and her gradual realization that she's falling in love—making this a song that resonates more deeply the further the story progresses.
We hope you're into this song along with the anime!
Wednesday, July 8, 2026: Digital Release
HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily “OtomenoHonki”
https://lnk.to/otomenohonki
Hakoniwa Lily Official Website:
https://HaKoniwalily.jp/
Hakoniwa Lily Official X:
https://x.com/HaKoniwalily
Hakoniwa Lily Official TikTok:
https://www.TikTok.com/@hanon_kotoha
Hakoniwa Lily Official Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/HaKoniwalily_8528/
★STORY
Love... or Destruction?
Kuroe Akaishi, a high-school girl suffering from a mysterious illness, has always lived avoiding others because of her awkwardness in social situations.
One fateful encounter leads her to fall in love with Arata Minami—the most popular boy in her class.
And the moment she realizes her feelings, the dormant power within her awakens...
A battle between love and reason is in conflict.
A shocking twist that shatters the conventions of shoujo manga is
about to sweep across Japan!
■CAST
Kuroe Akaishi (VA: Hikari Senga)
Arata Minami (VA: Daishi Kajita)
Manatsu Tomosato (VA: Akira Sekine)
Raimu Kono (VA: Haruka Shiraishi)
Rinko Akaishi (VA: Kotono Mitsuishi)
Kotaro Hibino (VA: Katsuyuki Konishi)
Jumbo King (VA: Eriko Matsui)
■Opening Theme
METANICK “KAIJU GIRL”
Lyrics:Aira Yūki / Music&Arranged:Yuki Honda(Arte Refact)
■Ending Theme
HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily “OtomenoHonki”
Lyrics/Music/Arranged: HoneyWorks, MARUMOCHI
■STAFF
Original Manga: Spica Aoki "KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE” (Monthly Comic Alive / KADOKAWA)
Director: Teruyuki Omine
Series Composition: Yuniko Ayana
Character Design: Mitomi Nakayama (NUT)
Prop Design: Nana Koinuma
Monster Design: Hiroyuki Taiga
Art Director: Soushi Kuwajima
Color Design: Mineyo Ōnishi
2D design: Yoshigaki Makoto
CG Director: Masaaki Susowake
Composite Director: Yuka Nishizaki
Editing: Mai Hasegawa
Sound Director: Yamaki Daiki
Produce: GOOD SMILE FILM
Animation Production: LIDENFILMS
■Publication Information
"KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE" (Monthly Comic Alive / KADOKAWA)
Original Manga: Spica Aoki
Volumes 1-9 are currently available!
■Event Information
1. Anime Expo (Los Angeles, USA | July 2–5, 2026)
● Location: Los Angeles Convention Center
● Panel: July 3, 2:45 PM – 3:35 PM at Panel Room 403AB
● Booth: Inside PONY CANYON Booth (South Hall 1520)
● Official Website: https://www.anime-expo.org/
2. Otakon (Washington D.C., USA | July 31 – August 2, 2026)
● Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center
● Highlights: Screening of Ep. 5 & North American Premiere of Ep. 6.
● Special Guests: Teruyuki Omine (Director) and Yūya Ogisu (Animation Producer, LIDENFILMS) for
behind-the-scenes talk panels and autograph sessions.
● Official Website: https://Otakon.com/
3. ANImagic (Mannheim, Germany | Dates: July 31 – August 2, 2026)
● Location: Rosengarten Mannheim
● Highlights: Screening of Ep. 5 & European Premiere of Ep. 6.
● Special Guests: Spica Aoki (Original Manga Author), Taiki Akasaka (Editor / KADOKAWA), and Yuuka
Ebihara (Producer / TBS). An exclusive autograph session with Spica Aoki is also scheduled.
● Booth: Inside PONY CANYON Booth (E2-06)
● Official Website: https://ANImagic.de/
◆Official Media (Japanese)
Website: https://otomekaiju.com
X(@Otome_Kaiju): https://x.com/Otome_Kaiju
YouTube (@GoodsmileJP): https://www.YouTube.com/@GoodsmileJP
High School Girl × Kaiju?!
An over-the-top romantic comedy of epic proportionsー Now, finally coming to anime!
“KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE” is serialized in “Monthly Comic Alive” (KADOKAWA) and has sold over 230,000 copies in total. Featuring “High School Girl × Kaiju!?,” this series is the biggest romantic comedy manga in history, overturning all conventions (Original story by Aoki Spica) ー anime series set to premiere in July 2026. Today, we are unveiling the second main visual and trailer video, which capture the essence of this title. Also, we are announcing details on the opening and ending themes for this title, along with information about the music artists.
The original manga “KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE” has been serialized in “Monthly Comic Alive” since 2018 (KADOKAWA). High school girl Kuroe Akaishi suffers from an unexplained condition and falls in love with Arata Minami, the most popular boy at her school. While it follows the structure of a classic shojo romance, the moment her feelings surge, a giant kaiju, Harugon, suddenly appears in Tokyo.
This is a romantic comedy on an unprecedented scale that turns the conventions of shojo manga upside down.
In the newly released second main visual, Kuroe looks slightly pensive against a fantastical backdrop. What does her frail, sickly appearance reveal...? This visual gives a glimpse into the deepening mysteries of the story and a new side of Kuroe.
The second main trailer video follows the budding romance between Kuroe and Arata. Still, as the circumstances surrounding them become increasingly complicated, viewers are left wondering how their relationship will unfold—making this trailer video leave you eager to see what happens next.
URL: https://youtu.be/ECtHlHde3EQ
The opening theme for this series has been settled on “KAIJU GIRL” by METANICK.
With lyrics by Aira Yūki and music and arrangement by Yuki Honda, this track perfectly captures the world of this series, blending the heart-fluttering feelings of a girl in love with the dynamic energy of a kaiju!
Moreover, the ending theme has been settled as “OtomenoHonki” by HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily. HoneyWorks' signature cute and heartfelt sound accompanies Kuroe and her friends' romantic stories.
■Opening Theme
METANICK “KAIJU GIRL”
Main Vocal:AKARI
Scream Vocal:maki the nitewalker
Lyrics:Aira Yūki / Music&Arranged:Yuki Honda(Arte Refact)
Comments from METANICK (AKARI):
This is AKARI from METANICK. I'm truly honored to have been given the opportunity to
perform the opening theme song. I sang this song with all of Kuroe's insecurities,
romantic feelings, and her desire to change. Amid the
heavy, intense sound, we expressed a wide range of “emotions.” I hope you
enjoy the music along with the anime.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026: Digital Release
METANICK 1st Digital E.P. “KAIJU GIRL E.P.”
https://METANICK.lnk.to/KAIJUGIRL_ep
METANICK Official YouTube:
https://www.YouTube.com/@METANICK_0527
METANICK Official X:
https://x.com/METANICK_0527
METANICK Official TikTok:
https://www.TikTok.com/@METANICK_0527
■Ending Theme
HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily “OtomenoHonki”
Lyrics/Music/Arranged: HoneyWorks, MARUMOCHI
Comments from HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily
Nice to meet you!
We are HaKoniwalily. This is our favorite series that we've bought every volume of the manga—so we're truly excited to be assigned to work on it. The lyrics reflect Kuroe's struggle with feeling different from those around her, her clumsy attempts to express her feelings, and her gradual realization that she's falling in love—making this a song that resonates more deeply the further the story progresses.
We hope you're into this song along with the anime!
Wednesday, July 8, 2026: Digital Release
HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily “OtomenoHonki”
https://lnk.to/otomenohonki
Hakoniwa Lily Official Website:
https://HaKoniwalily.jp/
Hakoniwa Lily Official X:
https://x.com/HaKoniwalily
Hakoniwa Lily Official TikTok:
https://www.TikTok.com/@hanon_kotoha
Hakoniwa Lily Official Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/HaKoniwalily_8528/
★STORY
Love... or Destruction?
Kuroe Akaishi, a high-school girl suffering from a mysterious illness, has always lived avoiding others because of her awkwardness in social situations.
One fateful encounter leads her to fall in love with Arata Minami—the most popular boy in her class.
And the moment she realizes her feelings, the dormant power within her awakens...
A battle between love and reason is in conflict.
A shocking twist that shatters the conventions of shoujo manga is
about to sweep across Japan!
■CAST
Kuroe Akaishi (VA: Hikari Senga)
Arata Minami (VA: Daishi Kajita)
Manatsu Tomosato (VA: Akira Sekine)
Raimu Kono (VA: Haruka Shiraishi)
Rinko Akaishi (VA: Kotono Mitsuishi)
Kotaro Hibino (VA: Katsuyuki Konishi)
Jumbo King (VA: Eriko Matsui)
■Opening Theme
METANICK “KAIJU GIRL”
Lyrics:Aira Yūki / Music&Arranged:Yuki Honda(Arte Refact)
■Ending Theme
HoneyWorks feat. HaKoniwalily “OtomenoHonki”
Lyrics/Music/Arranged: HoneyWorks, MARUMOCHI
■STAFF
Original Manga: Spica Aoki "KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE” (Monthly Comic Alive / KADOKAWA)
Director: Teruyuki Omine
Series Composition: Yuniko Ayana
Character Design: Mitomi Nakayama (NUT)
Prop Design: Nana Koinuma
Monster Design: Hiroyuki Taiga
Art Director: Soushi Kuwajima
Color Design: Mineyo Ōnishi
2D design: Yoshigaki Makoto
CG Director: Masaaki Susowake
Composite Director: Yuka Nishizaki
Editing: Mai Hasegawa
Sound Director: Yamaki Daiki
Produce: GOOD SMILE FILM
Animation Production: LIDENFILMS
■Publication Information
"KAIJU GIRL CARAMELISE" (Monthly Comic Alive / KADOKAWA)
Original Manga: Spica Aoki
Volumes 1-9 are currently available!
■Event Information
1. Anime Expo (Los Angeles, USA | July 2–5, 2026)
● Location: Los Angeles Convention Center
● Panel: July 3, 2:45 PM – 3:35 PM at Panel Room 403AB
● Booth: Inside PONY CANYON Booth (South Hall 1520)
● Official Website: https://www.anime-expo.org/
2. Otakon (Washington D.C., USA | July 31 – August 2, 2026)
● Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center
● Highlights: Screening of Ep. 5 & North American Premiere of Ep. 6.
● Special Guests: Teruyuki Omine (Director) and Yūya Ogisu (Animation Producer, LIDENFILMS) for
behind-the-scenes talk panels and autograph sessions.
● Official Website: https://Otakon.com/
3. ANImagic (Mannheim, Germany | Dates: July 31 – August 2, 2026)
● Location: Rosengarten Mannheim
● Highlights: Screening of Ep. 5 & European Premiere of Ep. 6.
● Special Guests: Spica Aoki (Original Manga Author), Taiki Akasaka (Editor / KADOKAWA), and Yuuka
Ebihara (Producer / TBS). An exclusive autograph session with Spica Aoki is also scheduled.
● Booth: Inside PONY CANYON Booth (E2-06)
● Official Website: https://ANImagic.de/
◆Official Media (Japanese)
Website: https://otomekaiju.com
X(@Otome_Kaiju): https://x.com/Otome_Kaiju
YouTube (@GoodsmileJP): https://www.YouTube.com/@GoodsmileJP
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