🔥 “Set your heart ablaze!”
If these words inspire you and make you ready for battle, then Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is the story that can set your heart on fire. This is not only about fighting demons – it’s about family, friendship, and endless willpower, a story that has captured millions of people around the globe.

👺💥 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is today considered one of the most powerful and influential anime stories of our time. At its core lies a simple but timeless idea: the value of family, friendship, and fighting spirit, even against impossible darkness. The main hero, Tanjiro Kamado, not only struggles to bring back his sister, Nezuko’s human form, but also embodies the determination that millions of fans admire. At his side are Zenitsu, a coward but surprisingly brave, and Inosuke, fearless and hot-headed – characters who prove in their own way that even the weakest can grow strong, and the strongest can still be human.

This story became a global phenomenon thanks to the balance it created – a simple classic plot, layered emotions, and breathtaking visuals. Millions of people saw their fears, hopes, and dreams reflected in Tanjiro’s journey.

The anime is based on the manga created by Koyoharu Gotouge. It first appeared in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2016 and ended in 2020 with 205 chapters. In just a short time, the manga became a worldwide hit, selling more than 220 million copies. When studio Ufotable took on the adaptation, the result was not only a technical but also a cultural revolution. The mix of CGI with traditional 2D animation, director Haruo Sotozaki’s vision, and the team’s flawless work turned Demon Slayer into a new standard for modern anime.
Timeline

📺 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Season 1, 2019)
The first season (26 episodes) tells the beginning of Tanjiro Kamado’s story: the loss of his family, Nezuko’s transformation into a demon, and his joining the Demon Slayer Corps. For the first time, Tanjiro faces powerful demons, gains the friendship of Zenitsu and Inosuke, and promises never to stop until his sister is human again.

🚂 Mugen Train (Movie, 2020)
The story continues with Mugen Train. Tanjiro, Nezuko, Zenitsu, and Inosuke join the Flame Hashira, Kyojuro Rengoku, and fight against a Lower Moon demon. The movie’s big tragedy is Rengoku’s death at the hands of Akaza, the Upper Rank Three. The film became one of the highest-grossing anime films of all time.

🎭 Entertainment District Arc (Season 2, 2021–2022)
The second season first retells the events of Mugen Train and then moves to the Entertainment District. Here, the heroes, together with the Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui, fight against the Upper Rank demons Gyutaro and Daki. In this battle, Tanjiro and his friends show how much stronger they have become.

🗡️ Swordsmith Village Arc (Season 3, 2023)
In the third season, Tanjiro travels to the Swordsmith Village to get a new sword. But soon, they face new enemies – Hantengu (Upper Rank Four) and Gyokko (Upper Rank Five). After extremely difficult battles, the heroes achieve victory and show a new level of strength.

New chapter

🏯 Infinity Fortress (Movie, 2025)
And in 2025, Ufotable presented the brand-new film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Fortress to fans around the world. The movie begins with Tanjiro and the Hashira preparing for the decisive battle. Muzan traps them inside his massive, multi-layered fortress, where new dangers, unexpected enemies, and crucial battles await.

The movie impresses with flawless visuals – dazzling fights, bold use of color, dynamic scenes, and massive interior designs. The camera flows with the characters, highlighting every strike and breath. The music also deserves praise: a mix of orchestral and electronic sounds that sharpen the tension of every battle.

The reviews are mostly positive: the film holds a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Variety points out that the movie is bloody but beautifully choreographed, while The Guardian and IndieWire praise the soundtrack and performances by Aimer and LiSA. At the same time, some critics noted the long flashbacks and stretched pacing, even comparing the trilogy approach to The Hobbit, calling it more of a commercial choice than a creative one.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Fortress is not just anime – it’s a true visual feast, best experienced on the big screen. It has already become the highest-grossing anime in history, earning $555 million worldwide. Despite some flaws like the long flashbacks, the movie proves once again that Demon Slayer is one of the strongest forces in modern anime.