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Tokyo Weekender
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Tokyo Weekender
Demon Slayer x Raku Spa Collaboration
Relax with Tanjiro and the Demon Slayers Raku Spa, the popular public bathhouse and spa chain, will be collaborating with the anime Kimetsu no Yaiba (Demon Slayer) featuring character merchandise, decor, food, drinks and even character-inspired baths from August 18 to September 9. This collaboration event is available at various Raku Spa locations, so check the campaign page for the full list of participating spas . The Tokyo stores include Gokurakuyu Tama Center , Raku Spa Station Fuchu and Raku Spa 1010 Kanda . Raku Cafe Ikebukuro will also be selling collaboration drinks, but this location does not have a spa. The Raku Cafe will serve an exclusive takeout-only black meat bun. With the huge success of the Infinity Castle film , fans can also come to enjoy the relaxing spa with their favorite heroes and villains. collaboration towels Admission Bundle Gift Guests who select the standard bundle receive admission to the bathhouse and one exclusive Demon Slayer towel. An upgrade to the premium bundle will grant you two character towels. Exclusive Merchandise The collaboration comes with a wide selection of original merchandise featuring the Demon Slayer characters in bath attire, drawn by the anime's studio Ufotable. Goods will be available for purchase at the bathhouses and in Raku Spa's online shop starting from August 18. Merchandise includes mugs, drawstring pouches, clear files, acrylic stands and keychains. The online shop will have exclusive items like a metal art display and a complete set of can badge buttons. For every ¥2000 spent on collaboration merchandise, customers will receive one random senshafuda -inspired character sticker. Nezuko's berry parfait Inosuke's blue banana milk Rengoku's omelette rice Kanao and Shinobu's flower syrup soda Tamayo and Yushiro's doria-style salmon Sabito and Makomo's post-training almond tofu and sesame dumplings parfait Collaboration Menu A limited-edition menu will be available featuring meals, drinks and desserts inspired by the characters. For each item ordered, customers will receive one random original coaster. Guests who order five items will receive an additional coaster. Drinks include Tanjiro's chocolate mint White Water, Inosuke's blue banana milk, Kanao and Shinobu's flower syrup soda and more. Entrées include Zenitsu's chili shrimp rice bowl, Rengoku's omelette rice, Inosuke's burger, Kanao and Shinobu's chirashi sushi, Tanjiro's garlic tomato pasta and Tamayo and Yushiro's doria-style salmon plate. Inosuke's burger and Tamayo and Yushiro's doria-style salmon come with two coasters. For dessert, guests can try Nezuko's berry parfait, the Ohagi brothers' parfait or Sabito and Makomo's post-training almond tofu and sesame dumplings parfait. Guests can also purchase the special totonou bamboo charcoal lemonade, which comes in a souvenir tumbler along with two coasters. Kokushibo's black chicken nanban Muzan Kibutsuji's transforming quest drink Infinity Castle endless chicken and fries Kaigaku's blue lemon squash Upper Moon One Kokushibo's two-layered cola After 17:00, the menu will switch to a demon theme. Items include Muzan Kibutsuji's transforming quest drink which comes with a special syrup that changes the drink's taste and appearance, Upper Moon One Kokushibo's two-layered cola, Upper Rank Three Akaza's White Water, Kaigaku's blue lemon squash and more. Meals include Muzan's super spicy mapo tofu, Kokushibo's black chicken nanban, Douma's vongole pasta, Akaza's napolitan pasta and the Infinity Castle endless chicken and fries. Character-inspired Baths There will be five different character-inspired baths to try during the collaboration period. These exclusive baths include Tanjiro and Giyu's bath, Kanao and Shinobu's bath, Genya's bath, Tamayo and Yushiro's bath and Sabito and Makomo's bath. Character-inspired baths will rotate throughout the event and vary depending on the spa location, so please check the schedule on the website. Special Audio Broadcasts Fans can enjoy an exclusive in-house broadcast titled 'Gokurakuyu Whispering Gossip,' which will be aired every hour. The broadcast features the original Demon Slayer voice cast including Natsuki Hanae as Tanjiro Kamado, Hiro Shimono as Zenitsu Agatsuma and Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Inosuke Hashibira. The Raku Spa Ichinomiya store will not be participating in the broadcast. Guests can also scan the QR code on posters displayed inside the store to hear 10 special audios and messages from the characters. Demon Slayer x Raku Spa Details and Location
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Inosuke Hashibira: The wild heart of Demon Slayer
Inosuke Hashibira quickly became a fan favorite among Demon Slayer characters. Sporting a fierce boar-head mask, this dual-wielding demon slayer charges into battle with untamed energy and unexpected humor. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Viewers love his chaotic style and surprising depth. With a raw spirit and a surprisingly caring heart under all that bravado, Inosuke 'lights up every scene' he's in. An unlikely upbringing Inosuke's backstory is as wild as he is. The Demon Slayer manga reveals that he was born into tragedy: his human mother, escaping abuse, threw her infant son into a river to save him before she died. Miraculously, a mother boar rescued the baby. Inosuke was raised by that boar and its herd deep in the mountains, learning to survive with the instincts of a wild animal. This explains why Inosuke 'always wears his signature boar's head' and behaves more like an animal than a boy. Living alone in the woods for years—until a kind old man finally taught him a few words—gave him incredible endurance and confidence. These early years among the beasts formed the foundation of his fierce skills and wild outlook. Beast Breathing – Combat style and powers Inosuke's fighting style matches his upbringing. He wields two jagged Nichirin swords and fights with a self-taught Beast Breathing technique. Unlike other Demon Slayer styles that flow like water or blaze like fire, Beast Breathing is raw and animalistic. Each move is meant to mimic claws and fangs – quick slashes and brutal lunges that catch enemies off guard. The manga even notes that Inosuke invented this style himself after years in the wild. His acute senses and agility (born of a life in the forest) let him make split-second decisions in battle. Inosuke's attacks often feel unpredictable and feral, as if a boar or tiger is fighting through him. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A feral friend to the end Credits: Crunchyroll Inosuke starts off as a very blunt, hot-headed young slayer. He's famously short-tempered and socially awkward, not understanding polite human manners. He jumps into fights, shouts that he's the strongest, and even argues with Tanjiro and Zenitsu at first. But as the story progresses, Inosuke's hard shell softens. Traveling with Tanjiro's group teaches him friendship and empathy. He slowly learns that teamwork can be powerful: as one analysis puts it, 'as he joins forces with Tanjiro and Zenitsu… he gradually learns the value of teamwork and camaraderie' . He even becomes more aware of his own feelings. Where he once grunted and charged into danger, later he shows genuine concern for his friends (and even falls in love a little with fellow slayer Aoi). By the end of the manga, Inosuke is still wild and energetic, but he's also loyal, brave, and surprisingly affectionate toward his companions. Team dynamics – Tanjiro's roughneck ally Inosuke is one of Tanjiro's closest allies on the demon-fighting journey. In the fight against evil, Times of India notes, 'Tanjiro and his allies, including Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira, face off against deadly demons'. Inosuke's presence adds a wild card to the team. He often squabbles with Zenitsu (teasing the timid slayer, which leads to comic moments) and bickers with Tanjiro over who is boss. Yet he deeply respects them. He never harms Nezuko – Tanjiro's demon sister – once he realizes she protects Tanjiro, showing Inosuke can look past fearsome appearances. Inosuke's fierce fighting spirit complements Tanjiro's kindness and Zenitsu's lightning speed. In their final battles, all three slayers rely on each other's strengths. Inosuke learns that even a lone wolf needs a pack. Wildly loved – A fan favorite Credits: Crunchyroll Fans cherish Inosuke because he's unlike any other Demon Slayer character. His wild personality, absurd antics and big heart leave a lasting impression. As one fan site observes, 'with his boar mask and feral personality, Inosuke lights up every scene he's in and makes viewers laugh' 5. Viewers compile endless clips of his funniest moments (like mispronouncing names or charging headlong into danger) and his bravest moments (standing by his friends no matter what). But fans also love that he's not just comic relief – moments of vulnerability (like crying after Zenitsu praises him) have shown how much he cares underneath the tough exterior. Inosuke stands out in the Demon Slayer manga and anime because he combines animalistic energy with genuine growth, making him a unique and beloved hero in the series.
