Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba（鬼滅の刃）

Synopsis Introduction

The story takes place in Taisho era Japan. The story begins with the protagonist, Sumijiro Kamakado, whose family is attacked and killed by demons. His only surviving sister, Priestess Nezuko, also became a demon. However, Sumijiro begins an “oni-hunt” to turn his sister back into a human and to save those who have been attacked by demons. The story depicts Sumijiro’s growth as he learns swordsmanship such as wind breath, water breath, fire breath, and lightning breath, and fights numerous demons.

main characters

Kamado Tanjiro

the main character. Kamado Tanjiro: the main character, who has a past where his family was killed by demons.

Nezuko

Tanjirou’s younger sister. She has turned into a demon.

Sakonji Urokotaki

A sword master whom Sumijiro meets.

Kibutsuji Takezan

The top youkai who controls all youkai.

about the main character

From the despair of having his family taken from him, Sumijiro grows up with a strong sense of justice and a deep love for his sister. His courage to get up and move forward even in moments of weakness is depicted as a character that strikes a chord with readers.

the appeal of the work

The charm of this work lies in its worldview and characters. Yoshiharu Goge’s depiction of yokai and swordsmanship is realistic and powerful, attracting readers. It also contains a message that questions the notions of justice and right and wrong with regard to the various problems faced by Sumijiro and his friends. Furthermore, the music used in the play is also an important element that adds to the atmosphere of the story. The voice cast of the animated version is also excellent, allowing viewers to deeply appreciate the world of the story.

domestic and international reputation and popularity

The anime version broadcast in 2019 was such a huge hit that it was recognized by Guinness World Records in the animation category; a film version of the anime was also released in 2020 and was a huge hit, breaking box office records one after another. The popularity of the series is also reflected in the development of related products and the holding of exhibitions.

related products and exhibitions

In addition to comics and anime, “Oni no Hane” has also developed a wide range of related products. A wide variety of merchandise, figures, clothing, and other items are available for fans to purchase. In addition, theme parks, cafes, and other facilities for enjoying the world of “Oni no Blade” are also being developed in various locations.

future development

The comic is now complete and the story has ended. However, it is reported that a new project is underway to take over “Blade of Oni-Elimination” in the future. Further developments are expected to be made in the future to meet the expectations of fans.

summary

Oni-no-Blade” is one of Japan’s most popular shōnen manga, and its worldview, characters, story, and music have fascinated many people. It depicts a strong sense of justice and deep love, and is an impressive work that will be deeply engraved in the hearts of readers and viewers.

E-book Recommendation

Oni no Hane” is also published in English and is easily available in e-book format. You can easily read it anytime, anywhere. Why not immerse yourself in the charm of “Oni no Hane” by reading the English version of the comic?

Finally…
Oni-no-Blade” is a work that incorporates fantasy elements such as swordsmanship and demons, while at the same time offering a deep message and character modeling that can be enjoyed. The work has gained popularity not only in Japan but also overseas, and there are many related products and exhibitions of the work. Expectations are high for new developments in the future of “Blade of the Demon”. We hope you will immerse yourself in the world of this work and experience its excitement.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Vol. 1 Cruelty【電子書籍】[ Koyoharu Gotouge ] 価格：748円（税別、送料別)(2023/3/12時点) 楽天で購入