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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Shatters Japanese Box Office Records

Exceptionally strong ticket sales underscore the film’s meticulous craftsmanship ahead of its North American release.

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Overview

  • The first part of the three-movie Infinity Castle trilogy opened in Japan on July 18, earning over 1.7 billion yen on its first day—surpassing the opening-day gross of Mugen Train.
  • Dedicated fans have packed theatres for 2 AM screenings, with many foregoing sleep and work to catch the debut showings.
  • Ufotable’s animation has been hailed as its most ambitious work yet, prompting viewers to describe the visuals as “terrifying.”
  • Veteran animator Shinya Ohira, known for his contributions to Studio Ghibli classics, lent his expertise to a pivotal fight sequence in the film.
  • Voice actor Natsuki Hanae revealed that he channeled personal family losses shared in pre-release interviews to deepen his performance as Tanjiro.