What’s in store for the fans of this popular Japanese anime series? Here is everything we know so far about Demon Slayer Season 4.
There is no doubt that anime has taken the world by storm and has successfully captivated audiences with its stunning animation, gripping storyline, and unforgettable characters. One of the most loved anime series in recent times is none other than Demon Slayer, which after three great seasons, will be back more as it isn’t stopping anytime soon!
The confirmation of the fourth season has raised the anticipation to an all-time high level, just because this time around, the fate of Tanjiro and his comrades is hanging in the balance, and the viewers are expecting a thrilling continuation of their journey to defeat the powerful demons that threaten their world, which promises to be an epic adventure that will leave fans on the edge of their seats!
So, if you want to learn all the latest details about the new chapter, which was disclosed a few hours ago, then we can assure our precious readers that you’ve reached the right spot to get all the answers! We at Web News Observer have compiled a list of all relevant information regarding Demon Slayer Season 4 that you should be aware of in order to get a headstart.
Demon Slayer Season 4: Is it in the works?
Much to the reader’s delight, the reports circulating all over social media are true! The beloved Japanese anime television series based on the manga series of the same name, written and illustrated by Koyoharu Gotouge, will be back for another mind-blowing season which will be true to the theme that follows the story of a teenage Tanjiro Kamado, who strives to become a Demon Slayer after his family was slaughtered and his younger sister, Nezuko, turned into a demon.
The announcement was made official after the end of the third season finale, which covered the “Swordsmith Village” arc.
Though the official release date of the next season is still not confirmed, we speculate that it might be aiming for a 2024 release, with the ideal release window being somewhere between July and September, after a year-long break to complete post-production on time before its official release on the platform. Moreover, the fourth season has also been confirmed to cover the “Hashira Training” arc, which was announced following the end of the third season finale.
The official synopsis of the season, which will be the tenth story arc of Kimetsu no Yaiba, is as follows: “Tanjiro goes to see the Stone Hashira, Himejima, who intends to prepare him for the battles to come. The training to become a Hashira—a high-ranking member of the Demon Slayer Corps—is intense and demanding. Earning Himejima’s approval seems impossible, but Tanjiro won’t give up! Meanwhile, the demon lord Muzan continues to search for the location of Nezuko and Ubuyashiki.”
It’s not surprising that the series is returning for another season, as the manga has over 150 million copies in circulation, including digital versions, making it the ninth best-selling manga series of all time. Both the manga and its anime adaptation have received critical acclaim. The anime series has received numerous awards and is considered one of the best anime of the 2010s. In 2020, the Demon Slayer franchise generated an estimated annual sales revenue of $8.75 billion, becoming one of the highest-grossing media franchises of all time.
Demon Slayer Season 4 Cast: Who will return?
The cast members who are speculated to reprise their roles in the new season, according to the Japanese assemblage are stated as follows: Natsuki Hanae as Tanjiro Kamado, Akari Kitō as Nezuko Kamado, Hiro Shimono as Zenitsu Agatsuma, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Inosuke Hashibira, Katsuyuki Konishi as Tengen Uzui, Miyuki Sawashiro as Daki, Atsumi Tanezaki as Hinatsuru, Shizuka Ishigami as Makio, Nao Toyama as Suma, Ryōta Ōsaka as Gyutaro, Satoshi Hino as Kyojuro Rengoku, Daisuke Hirakawa as Enmu, Akira Ishida as Akaza, Junya Enoki as Senjuro Rengoku.
The other cast members are Toshiyuki Morikawa as Kagaya Ubuyashiki, Rikiya Koyama as Shinjuro Rengoku, Daisuke Namikawa as Hotaru Haganezuka, Toshihiko Seki as Muzan Kibutsuji, Kazuhiko Inoue as Yoriichi Tsugikuni, and Mamoru Miyano as Doma. The two major additions will be Mist Hashira, Muichiro Tokito, and the Love Hashira, Mitsuri Kanroji, who were both first introduced in the 21st episode of season one. It goes without saying that the series may still include some new heroes and demons which may be confirmed later.
We would also like to emphasize that some of the main and recurring cast members from the show are subject to change, which will be revealed later, as there is a chance that they might not be a part of the next season. Until there is an official confirmation, we have listed the most known characters above. Lastly, the show is written by various Ufotable staff members and produced by Hikaru Kondo. The show’s music is composed by Yuki Kajiura and Go Shiina.
DEMON SLAYER KEY VISUALS
HASHIRA TRAINING ARC ANNOUNCED pic.twitter.com/THmCp56fV7— Demon Slayer (@DemonSlayerSc) June 18, 2023
Demon Slayer Season 4 Episodes: Where to stream?
The show makers have not revealed the exact episode count for the fourth season, but it is likely that they will aim to keep the next season as constant as possible with the episode release in order to cover the entire tale the way it should be created. Moreover, the official episode titles and synopsis have also not been released this early on to avoid any sort of spoilers, which will taint the overall plot and experience of the season, which is always fun to watch as it unfolds.
When released, the fourth season, along with the prior three seasons, will be available on Funimation, Hulu, and Crunchyroll, based on viewers’ locations. The show is also released on Netflix due to international demand from fans, as it is a widely used digital streaming platform that is easily accessible in the majority of regions worldwide. The series is licensed by Aniplex of America, and AnimeLab is simulcasting the series in Australia and New Zealand.
The final episode of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc is now streaming, only on Crunchyroll. 🔥 @DemonSlayerUSA
⚔️ WATCH: https://t.co/K8bVWyTqqB pic.twitter.com/x0rvB7ud6p
— Crunchyroll (@Crunchyroll) June 18, 2023
Demon Slayer Season 4 Official Teaser Trailer
The official Demon Slayer Season 4 teaser trailer was published by Studio Ufotable a few hours ago and features character images for the Hashira Training narrative with Giyu Tomioka, Shinobu Kocho, Gyomei Himejima, Sanemi Shinazugawa, and Iguro Obanai in single frames before revealing them as a group as the Hashira Training Arc focuses extensively on these five characters, which is quite spectacular and an unexpected special treat for the fans to get some glimpses of them together!
Take a look at the official teaser trailer of the fourth season, as shared by @DemonSlayerSc on Twitter:
NEW PV FOR THE DEMON SLAYER SEASON 4 « HASHIRA TRAINING ARC » pic.twitter.com/VF1EygmGDr
— Demon Slayer (@DemonSlayerSc) June 18, 2023
Let us know in the comments what you are most excited to see in Demon Slayer Season 4.