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Geek Tyrant
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Tanjiro and Giyu Face Akaza in Epic New DEMON SLAYER: INFINITY CASTLE Poster — GeekTyrant
The battle fans have been waiting for is nearly here, and Demon Slayer is turning up the heat. With the Japanese release of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle now in full swing after its July 18 debut, the hype continues to build worldwide as international fans eagerly await their chance to experience the first chapter of this climactic trilogy. To stoke that anticipation even more, a badass new poster was revealed during San Diego Comic-Con giving us our best look yet at the epic team-up between Tanjiro Kamado and Giyu Tomioka as they prepare to take on Upper Rank Three demon, Akaza. If you've been following the journey since the Infinity Train arc, you already know why this moment is huge. Akaza didn't just make a memorable first impression, he carved his place in the series as one of the most formidable and emotionally charged villains after his brutal clash with Kyojuro Rengoku. That battle ended in heartbreak, with Rengoku's death hitting Tanjiro hard. It's personal now. And Tanjiro's long-awaited rematch with Akaza promises to be one of the most emotional and intense fights in the series. But Tanjiro won't be alone this time. Giyu, the stoic Water Hashira who first spared Tanjiro and Nezuko Kamado back when their story began, is finally stepping into the ring alongside him. This is the first time the two will truly fight side-by-side, not as protector and fledgling swordsman, but as equals. Giyu has always been pivotal to Tanjiro's journey. After discovering Nezuko's unique bond with her brother, he made the call to send them to Urokodaki, setting the whole story in motion. While their paths have crossed a few times since, Tanjiro was never quite strong enough to keep pace with him. Back then, Giyu had to carry the weight. But things have changed. Tanjiro's growth since the Infinity Train and through the Hashira Training Arc has been nothing short of phenomenal. His skills, especially with Sun Breathing, have finally caught up to his heart. Giyu, once emotionally burdened, has been pushed forward by Tanjiro's relentless optimism and strength. Now, they're ready to face Akaza.
Hypebeast
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle' Smashes Japanese Box Office Records
Summary Earlier this month, the highly anticipated first part of the final arc film forDemon Slayermade its premiere in Japanese theaters. In less than 10 days, the film rapidly dominated the Japanese box office,smashing multiple records. It achieved the highest grossing Japanese film on its opening day, for a single day and over its opening weekend. In addition to that, it also became the fastest film in Japan's box office history to reach an impressive ¥10 billion JPY (approx $67.6 million USD) in earnings, underscoring its immense popularity and critical success. The global premiere forDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle – Chapter 1: The Return of Akazais set to begin in August across various countries in Asia, allowing international fans to experience the film shortly after its successful premiere in Japan. Meanwhile, enthusiasts in the U.S. and U.K. will have a slightly longer wait, with the film scheduled for a later release on September 12, 2025. Over the weekend, a new key visual forDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle – Chapter 1: The Return of Akazawas also officially unveiled. This striking visual sets the stage for Infinity Castle's first major confrontation — the formidable Water Hashira, Giyu Tomioka, alongside Tanjiro, depicted amid a face-off against the notorious Upper Rank Three demon Akaza. 【絶賛公開中】劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編第一章 猗窩座再来 第3弾キービジュアルを公開しました。 強者の立つ場所へ — 鬼滅の刃公式 (@kimetsu_off)July 27, 2025
