The Swordsmith Village arc took the world by storm and reminded everyone why Demon Slayer is one of the best shows on television. With the next season already announced, it’s time to look ahead at what’s to come. The Hashira Training arc is set to be the most important storyline of the series thus far as Tanjiro and his friends prepare for their subsequent encounter with Muzan Kibutsuji.
As we slowly reach the final stages of the series, fans across the globe are waiting to see what the next season will hold. Sure, you might’ve read the manga years ago, but seeing this series come to life with Ufotable’s stunning animation makes the series worth watching, even if you know what happens in the end. If you can’t wait for the next arc or want to know when you get to see your favorite characters return, don’t worry. Here’s everything we know about Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Season 4.
Editor’s Note: This article was updated on April 14, 2024.
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When is ‘Demon Slayer’ Coming Back?
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Demon Slayer will air on Crunchyroll on May 12, 2024, several months after the theatrical premiere of the first episode. The Hashira Training Arc debuted in February 2024 to major success. Hopefully, once the series returns in May, that will continue.
Does ‘Demon Slayer’ Season 4 Have a Trailer?
The trailer for Demon Slayer reintroduces us to the legendary Hashira. Various shots in the trailer are from the first episode of the season, and the release date is confirmed.
Who Are the Cast of ‘Demon Slayer’?
Demon Slayer features a fantastic cast in the original Japanese and the English dub. Here are the voices behind the show’s incredible characters.
Character
Japanese Voice Actor
English Voice Actor
Tanjiro Kamado
Natsuki Hanae
Zach Aguilar
Nezuko Kamado
Akari Kitô
Abby Trott
Zenitsu Agatsuma
Hiro Shimono
Aleks Le
Inosuke Hashibira
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Bryce Papenbrook
Mist Hashira, Muichiro Tokito
Kengo Kawanishi
Griffin Burns
Flower Hashira, Kanae Kocho
Ai Kayano
Bridget Hoffman
Water Hashira, Giyu Tomioka
Takahiro Sakurai
Johnny Yong Bosch
Love Hashira, Mitsuri Kanroji
Kana Hanazawa
Kira Buckland
Tsuguko Kanao Tsuyuri
Reina Ueda
Brianna Knickerbocker
Kagaya Ubuyashiki
Toshiyuki Morikawa
Matthew Mercer
Muzan Kibutsuji
Toshihiko Seki
Greg Chun
What to Expect from ‘Demon Slayer’ Season 4
The Hashira Training arc takes place right after the Swordsmith Village storyline. In this arc, Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and Inosuke train with the Hashira to become stronger and defeat Muzan Kibutsuji.
The Hashira will push the young warriors to their breaking point. Their training is rigorous, but they will always be up for the challenge. This arc will set the stage for the final battle and ask: will Tanjiro be able to stop Muzan Kibutsuji and save his sister Nezuko?
We aren’t going to spoil anything, but know that this arc features some of the most compelling moments and stunning action of any in the Demon Slayer series.
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Is Season Four of ‘Demon Slayer’ The Final Season?
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Written by Koyoharu Gotouge, Demon Slayer features 11 arcs told across 23 volumes. The 10th storyline of Demon Slayer is the Hashira Training arc. While nothing has been confirmed, it is doubtful that the upcoming season will be the show’s last. The final arc will likely be reserved for its own season.
Demon Slayer is a concise manga series compared to its predecessors like Naruto, Dragon Ball, and One Piece—exceeding 600 chapters (and One Piece passing 1,000 issues and still running). With Demon Slayer only having 206 chapters and the Hashira training arc being the penultimate storyline, we know these last two arcs will be the best yet.
Where Can I Watch ‘Demon Slayer’?
Demon Slayer
A family is attacked by demons and only two members survive – Tanjiro and his sister Nezuko, who is turning into a demon slowly. Tanjiro sets out to become a demon slayer to avenge his family and cure his sister.
Release Date January 21, 2021
Cast Natsuki Hanae , Zach Aguilar , Abby Trott , Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Seasons 4
You can stream all Demon Slayer seasons in Japanese and English on Crunchyroll. Previous seasons of the series are also available on Hulu and Netflix. If you want to catch up or relive your favorite moments, watch Demon Slayer using the link below.
Watch on Crunchyroll
What is the History Behind ‘Demon Slayer’?
Koyoharu Gotouge is a Japanese mangaka best known for creating the popular series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. The series follows the story of Tanjiro Kamado, a young boy who becomes a demon slayer after his family is killed and his sister is turned into a demon. The series has been praised for its action, characters, and art style. It has also been a commercial success, with over 150 million copies in circulation.
Gotouge was born in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, in 1989. They began drawing manga at a young age and were inspired by various mangakas, including Hirohiko Araki (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure), Masashi Kishimoto (Naruto), Tite Kubo (Bleach); and Hideaki Sorachi (Gintama). Demon Slayer was first published in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2016 and ended in 2020. The series would later be adapted into an anime series, which has become a worldwide phenomenon.
The Demon Slayer anime debuted in April 2019, taking the world by storm. The first season sets up Tanjiro’s journey and the loss that sets him on the path to becoming a demon slayer. The second storyline was adapted into a feature film, Demon Slayer: Mugen Train. Even though it was released during the COVID-19 pandemic, Mugen Train cemented Demon Slayer as one of the biggest anime in the world after making an outstanding $507.1 million at the box office.
Demon Slayer is often praised for its action, characters, and art style. The series has succeeded commercially, with over 150 million copies circulating. Much like their idols Araki, Kishimoto, Kubo, and Sorachi; Gotouge created a series that will stand the test of time. Whether through manga or anime, Demon Slayer has become a series that has captured the hearts of fans worldwide.