The highly-anticipated AnimeJapan 2025 event has finally commenced, unpacking a bunch of news and exciting updates about upcoming shows. Prominently featured was the much-loved anime series, Demon Slayer, with significant revelations about the upcoming Infinity Castle trilogy. Fans can look forward to the first part of this trilogy being released this year, a development confirmed by the Demon Slayer official website.
In a special promotion, attendees at the theatrical screening on April 4, 2025, in Japan will receive a key visual clear stand as a gift. This special stand features an illustration from the series' key visuals and comes with a background mount that fans can utilize to create a three-dimensional display. However, this offer is exclusive to Japan and is only available to those attending this particular screening.
For those interested, there are twelve unique variations of the clear stands, with each visitor receiving one variant at random. The official website has made it clear that the resale, duplication, reproduction, or distribution of this content on social media is strictly prohibited. The screening will include a special edition of the film covering Tanjiro Kamado’s Determination Arc to the Hashira Training Arc, providing a rich narrative experience for attendees.
As background for the uninitiated, Tanjiro Kamado’s Determination Arc highlights his quest to transform his sister Nezuko back into a human and seek vengeance against the demon responsible for his family’s devastating loss. Following closely, the Hashira Training Arc details the preparations of the Demon Slayer Corps as they gear up for their final confrontation with the formidable Muzan Kibutsuji and the Upper-Rank Demons. This training is essential, especially as the Heroes strive to awaken their Demon Slayer Marks amidst rigorous demands for activation.
The first part of the Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle trilogy is set to hit Japanese theaters on July 18, 2025, and U.S. theaters on September 12, 2025, a timeline that has energized fans globally, anticipating further releases in various countries during August and September. This upcoming trilogy will adapt the first segment of the Final Saga of Demon Slayer, which may also include an adaptation of the Sunrise Countdown Arc, though formal confirmation on that aspect remains pending.
The narrative premise of the Infinity Castle Arc revolves around the Demon Slayers being pushed into Muzan’s hideout, where they will battle against the Six Upper-Rank demons. Notably, the first three of these demons have proven to be undefeated since their introduction into the plot. Muzan’s cunning has seen him replace the bottom three Upper-Rank demons, with the new threats set to be unveiled in the arc.
During the perilous battles against the Upper-Rank demons, the Demon Slayer Corps also find themselves tasked with the increasingly urgent challenge of defeating Muzan Kibutsuji himself. His machinations have led to tremendous losses among the Corps members, yet they are resolute in their mission to protect everything they hold dear. After the passing of their leader, Kagaya Ubuyashiki, the Corps has shown remarkable resilience, continuing to drive forward despite overwhelming odds.
Many members of the Corps, particularly the Hashira, have successfully awakened their respective Demon Slayer Marks, a testament to their stamina and training. Yet, the villains they face present an unprecedented challenge that is higher than anything encountered previously. The stakes for the Demon Slayer Corps have never been more significant, as fans prepare to witness battles filled with urgency and intensity.
It is with a heavy heart that this arc will also feature some of the most tragic elements within the storyline, as the Demon Slayer Corps suffers its most profound losses in their entire history. This combination of high stakes and emotional weight is intended to captivate audiences and elevate the depth of the narrative.
The excitement and anticipation surrounding Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is palpable among fans, with expectations building as the release dates approach. With its unique promotional activities and the promise of intense storytelling, 2025 looks to be a landmark year for this beloved franchise.
