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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Movie 1 Unveils Akaza Countdown Visual – 18 Days Until Japanese Premiere
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With just 18 days remaining before its highly anticipated Japanese premiere on July 18, 2025, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Movie 1 continues its countdown campaign. This time, it introduces a striking new visual featuring Upper Rank 3 demon Akaza. Notably, this comes only a day after the release of the movie’s first official trailer, which has already amassed over 40 million views online.
Akaza Joins the Countdown Campaign
So far, the campaign has showcased key characters. Now, Akaza becomes the first demon to appear in the series of countdown visuals. He stands menacingly against a background of the Infinity Castle, signaling the intense battles to come. In addition, his dramatic appearance in the trailer further builds anticipation for the film’s release.
Global Premiere Schedule
Following its domestic launch, the movie will roll out internationally from August 14 to September 25, 2025. Once again, the acclaimed studio ufotable handles the animation. Infinity Castle Movie 1 marks the beginning of a trilogy that will adapt the final arc of the Demon Slayer manga.
Countdown Visuals Recap
To maintain momentum, the studio has steadily released countdown visuals. Below is a list of featured characters and their corresponding day counts:
- Tanjiro Kamado (97 days)
- Zenitsu Agatsuma (96 days)
- Inosuke Hashibira (90 days)
- Kanao Tsuyuri (89 days)
- Genya Shinazugawa (83 days)
- Giyu Tomioka (82 days)
- Tengen Uzui (76 days)
- Muichiro Tokito (75 days)
- Mitsuri Kanroji (62 days)
- Obanai Iguro (61 days)
- Sanemi Shinazugawa (48 days)
- Gyomei Himejima (47 days)
- Akaza (18 days)
Each visual strengthens the excitement leading up to the premiere. Furthermore, fans expect more reveals in the days ahead.
What Will the Movie Be About?
According to Crunchyroll, the story begins after the Demon Slayer Corps completes the Hashira Training. At that moment, Muzan Kibutsuji unexpectedly appears at the Ubuyashiki Mansion, triggering a rapid response. Tanjiro and the Hashira rush to the scene; however, Muzan traps them in the mysterious Infinity Castle. As a result, the stage is set for the final showdown between the Demon Slayer Corps and the Upper Rank demons.
Returning Voice Cast
Fortunately for fans, the entire main cast is returning to reprise their roles:
- Natsuki Hanae – Tanjiro Kamado
- Hiro Shimono – Zenitsu Agatsuma
- Yoshitsugu Matsuoka – Inosuke Hashibira
- Akari Kito – Nezuko Kamado
- Reina Ueda – Kanao Tsuyuri
- Takahiro Sakurai – Giyu Tomioka
- Kengo Kawanishi – Muichiro Tokito
- Saori Hayami – Shinobu Kocho
- Kana Hanazawa – Mitsuri Kanroji
- Kenichi Suzumura – Obanai Iguro
- Tomokazu Seki – Sanemi Shinazugawa
- Nobuhiko Okamoto – Genya Shinazugawa
- Tomokazu Sugita – Gyomei Himejima
- Toshiyuki Morikawa – Kokushibo
- Ryotaro Okiayu – Doma
- Akira Ishida – Akaza
- Marina Inoue – Nakime
- Yoshimasa Hosoya – Kaigaku
- Toshihiko Seki – Muzan Kibutsuji
This full cast ensures continuity and emotional depth for long-time viewers.
What’s Next for Demon Slayer Fans?
Infinity Castle Movie 1 is only part of a larger 2025 content roadmap. Fans can also look forward to Hinokami Chronicles 2, the video game sequel, which launches on August 1, 2025. In addition, the subsequent two movies in the Infinity Castle trilogy are expected to follow in 2026, concluding the beloved series in epic fashion.
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