TOKYO – The latest installment in the global phenomenon “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba,” titled Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle Arc Part 1, is shattering box office records at an astonishing pace. In just 10 days since its release, the film has soared past ¥12.8 billion (approx. $87.8 million) in box office revenue, heralding a new chapter in Japanese cinema history.
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A Phenomenal Rocket Start! Earning ¥7.3 Billion in Just Four Days
Released on July 18, 2025, the film drew record-breaking crowds from day one. In a stunning four-day opening weekend, including a public holiday, it amassed an incredible ¥7.31 billion ($49.7 million) from 5.16 million admissions.
The performance over the initial three-day weekend (Friday to Sunday) alone exceeded ¥5.5 billion, a testament to the massive turnout from its dedicated fanbase. This explosive start powerfully demonstrates the immense anticipation that preceded the film’s debut.
Rewriting Japanese Film History by Surpassing ‘Mugen Train’
What is particularly noteworthy is that the film’s initial performance has significantly eclipsed that of its predecessor, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train, the highest-grossing film in Japanese history with a total of ¥40.43 billion.
Mugen Train earned approximately ¥4.6 billion in its first three days, a figure this new chapter has surpassed by over ¥900 million. This dominant launch is a clear indicator of the franchise’s unwavering popularity and the high expectations for the cinematic adaptation of the much-awaited “Infinity Castle” arc.
Furthermore, the film has concurrently set several other historic records:
- No. 1 All-Time Opening Day: Recorded on Friday, July 18, with ¥1.64 billion.
- No. 1 All-Time Single-Day Gross: Recorded on Sunday, July 20, with ¥2.03 billion.
Within its first week, the film has achieved the remarkable feat of breaking multiple box office records in the annals of Japanese cinema.
Unstoppable Momentum! Exceeding ¥12.8 Billion in 10 Days
劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編 第一章 猗窩座再来、公開10日間で観客動員910万4483人(興行収入128億7217万6700円)と大変多くの方にご鑑賞頂きました。
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The film’s momentum shows no signs of slowing. Ten days into its run, it has attracted 9.1 million moviegoers and reached a cumulative gross of ¥12.87 billion. It has crossed the prestigious 10-billion-yen mark at an unprecedented speed, making it only a matter of time before it overtakes the current暫定 top-grossing film of 2025, Detective Conan: One-eyed Flashback.
The film’s official account expressed its gratitude, stating, “We extend our heartfelt thanks to every single person who has come to the theaters and to all the theater staff who have delivered this film.” As it continues to break records at a pace faster than its legendary predecessor, all eyes are on Infinity Castle Arc to see just how high it will ultimately climb.