Entertainment District
Where beauty rots from within. Beneath the paper lanterns, sound becomes a weapon.
The Entertainment District Arc of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is set in a pleasure district modeled after the historical Yoshiwara in Taisho-era Japan. This arc follows Tanjiro Kamado and his allies as they infiltrate the district under the guidance of the Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, to hunt demons hiding among the teahouses and revelers. The arc premiered with a one-hour special on December 5, 2021, and aired until February 13, 2022, as part of the series' second season, which aired on Fuji TV and its affiliates.
Quick Facts
- Key demons
- Upper Rank Six (Gyutaro and Daki)
- Primary hashira involved
- Tengen Uzui
- Major arc
- Entertainment District Arc
Lore & Background
The district serves as the hunting ground for Upper Rank Six, Gyutaro and Daki, marking the first confirmed defeat of an Upper Moon since the Twelve Kizuki's creation.
Did You Know?
- The arc aired on 30 stations across Japan, including Fuji TV and its affiliates as well as Tokyo MX.
- Aimer performed the opening theme 'Zankyōsanka' and the ending theme 'Asa ga Kuru' for this arc.
- The arc's finale led to the announcement of a third season covering the 'Swordsmith Village' arc.
- The English dub of the Entertainment District Arc aired on Adult Swim's Toonami block from January 14 to March 24, 2024.
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