
FAQ About The Cultural Impact of Japanese Kaiju Films

What are kaiju films?
Kaiju films are a subgenre of Japanese cinema featuring giant monsters. The term 'kaiju' literally translates to 'strange beast' in Japanese. These films typically center around enormous creatures that emerge to wreak havoc on human civilization. The most famous kaiju film is Godzilla, released in 1954, which set the foundation for this genre.