The horror-comedy anime Let’s Go Kaikigumi continues its summer 2026 run with the upcoming fifth episode. The series, which premiered on July 5, 2026, has been drawing viewers with its mix of supernatural themes and comedy. The show follows a cowardly high school boy who gets pulled into a secret organization that handles supernatural creatures.
Episode 5 is set to release on Sunday, August 2, 2026. For international viewers, the episode will be available on Crunchyroll at the following times:
- Pacific Daylight Time: 1:30 a.m. PDT
- Eastern Daylight Time: 4:30 a.m. EDT
- Greenwich Mean Time: 8:30 a.m. GMT
The episode will air in Japan at 4:30 p.m. JST on TBS and its 27 affiliated networks.
What Happened in the Previous Episodes
The series centers on a high school boy who is six times more afraid of ghosts than an average person. His life changes completely when he meets Mechako, a fearless girl who leads the Kaikigumi—an organization that polices supernatural creatures.
Episode 1 introduced viewers to this strange world. The nameless protagonist meets Mechako, who convinces him to help revive the failing Kaikigumi. Episode 2 showed Mechako bringing an ominous Japanese doll that belonged to the previous boss of the organization.
Episode 3 continued the strange events and spooky happenings around the main character. Episode 4, which aired on July 26, 2026, moved the story forward as the protagonist gets more involved with the organization’s activities.
Where to Watch Let’s Go Kaikigumi
Crunchyroll is the exclusive streaming platform for international audiences. New episodes are available with English subtitles at the same time as the Japanese broadcast.
In Japan, the anime airs on TBS every Sunday at 4:30 p.m. JST. It also broadcasts on BS11 starting Fridays at 11:30 p.m. JST.
Currently, the series is not available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, or Apple TV+.
What to Expect in Episode 5
While specific plot details for Episode 5 remain under wraps, the series follows the protagonist’s journey as he deals with more supernatural phenomena. The show combines horror elements with humor, creating what viewers describe as hilariously strange events and spooky shenanigans.
The animation comes from studio C-Station, with direction by Yutaka Hirata and character design by Yoshimitsu Yamashita. The main cast includes Tasuku Hatanaka as the protagonist and Ruriko Aoki as Mechako.
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Why Watch Let’s Go Kaikigumi
The series offers a fresh take on the supernatural genre. It balances scary moments with comedy, making it accessible for viewers who usually avoid horror content. The main character’s extreme fear of ghosts makes him relatable to anyone who has ever been scared by the supernatural.
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Let’s Go Kaikigumi has a total of 12 episodes planned, with new episodes airing every Sunday through September 2026. Each episode runs for approximately 24 minutes, making it easy to follow weekly.
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