**Agatsuma Zenitsu Takes the Spotlight in the Latest *Gekijoo-ban “Kimetsu no Yaiba” Mugenjo-hen Dai Isshoo Akaza Sairai* Character CM!**
*Gekijoo-ban “Kimetsu no Yaiba” Mugenjo-hen Dai Isshoo Akaza Sairai* is currently electrifying cinemas nationwide. The latest buzz from the film is the fourth character commercial, featuring the beloved Agatsuma Zenitsu. This CM is part of an exciting 8-week continuous release, showcasing captivating footage directly from the main story!
***Kimetsu no Yaiba*: A Phenomenon of Emotion and Action**
*Kimetsu no Yaiba* is an anime based on the manga by Gotouge Koyoharu, which captivated readers in Shueisha’s “Jump Comics” across 23 volumes and has now soared past a monumental cumulative circulation of 220 million copies. The story follows Kamado Tanjiroo, a boy whose family is tragically slaughtered by demons. To restore his younger sister, Nezuko, who was transformed into a demon, back to human form, he resolutely joins the Demon Slayer Corps (Kisatsu-tai), embarking on a perilous journey of battles against these formidable foes. The series has resonated deeply with fans for its heart-wrenching narrative of humans and demons, coupled with breathtaking sword fights, a cast of utterly charming characters, and perfectly timed comedic interludes.
**The Epic Journey Continues**
The anime, brought to life with stunning animation by ufotable, began its illustrious run in April 2019 with *TV Anime “Kimetsu no Yaiba” Kamado Tanjiroo Risshi-hen*. Now, the saga reaches new heights with *Gekijoo-ban “Kimetsu no Yaiba” Mugenjo-hen*, confirmed to be a grand three-part film series. The first installment, “Dai Isshoo Akaza Sairai,” premiered on July 18. This cinematic masterpiece plunges viewers into the heart of the “Infinity Castle” (Mugenjo), the very stronghold of the demons, where the Demon Slayer Corps and the demons unleash their ultimate, climatic confrontation.
**Zenitsu’s Moment in the Spotlight**
Following the revealing character commercials for Kamado Tanjiroo, Tomioka Giyuu, and Kochou Shinobu, the latest “Character CM [Agatsuma Zenitsu]” unveils more exciting footage from *Gekijoo-ban “Kimetsu no Yaiba” Mugenjo-hen Dai Isshoo Akaza Sairai*. This particular commercial shines a well-deserved spotlight on Agatsuma Zenitsu, a fellow Demon Slayer Corps swordsman who trained alongside Tanjiroo, renowned for his incredible mastery of “Thunder Breathing” (Kaminari no Kokyuu).
The CM kicks off with the poignant line, “Why did you become a demon?” This sets the stage for Zenitsu’s complex feelings toward Kaigaku, the Upper Rank Six demon with whom his path drastically diverged. The commercial dramatically culminates with Zenitsu delivering a powerful, decisive strike, as if tearing away from his painful past, while uttering a heartfelt “Sorry, Aniki.”
*Gekijoo-ban “Kimetsu no Yaiba” Mugenjo-hen Dai Isshoo Akaza Sairai* is currently enchanting audiences in cinemas. Keep your eyes peeled for the upcoming character commercials—you won’t want to miss what they reveal next!
***Gekijoo-ban “Kimetsu no Yaiba” Mugenjo-hen Dai Isshoo Akaza Sairai***
Currently screening in theaters nationwide
Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Original Work | Gotouge Koyoharu (serialized in Shueisha’s Jump Comics) |
| Director | Sotogaki Haruo |
| Character Design, Chief Animation Director | Matsushima Akira |
| Script Production | ufotable |
| Sub-Character Design | Satoo Miyuki, Kajiyama Yooko, Kikuchi Mika |
| Prop Design | Koyama Shooji |
| Art Director | Etoo Kooji |
| Director of Photography, Finishing Animation Director | Terao Yuuichi |
| 3D Director | Nishiwaki Kazuki |
| Color Design | Oomae Yuuko |
| Editing | Jinno Manabu |
| Music | Shiina Go, Kajiura Yuki |
| Theme Songs | Aimer “Taiyoo ga Noboranai Sekai” (SACRA MUSIC / Sony Music Labels Inc.), LiSA “Zankoku na Yoru ni Kagayake” (SACRA MUSIC / Sony Music Labels Inc.) |
| General Director | Kondoo Hikaru |
| Animation Production | ufotable |
| Distributor | Toohoo, Aniplex |
Cast
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Kamado Tanjiroo | Hanae Natsuki |
| Kamado Nezuko | Kitou Akari |
| Agatsuma Zenitsu | Shimono Hiro |
| Hashibira Inosuke | Matsuoka Yoshitsugu |
| Tsuyuri Kanao | Ueda Reina |
| Shinazugawa Genya | Okamoto Nobuhiko |
| Tomioka Giyuu | Sakurai Takahiro |
| Uzui Tengen | Konishi Katsuyuki |
| Tokitoo Muichiroo | Kawanishi Kengo |
| Kochou Shinobu | Hayami Saori |
| Kanroji Mitsuri | Hanazawa Kana |
| Iguroo Obanai | Suzumura Kenichi |
| Shinazugawa Sanemi | Seki Tomokazu |
| Himejima Gyoomei | Sugita Tomokazu |
| Dooma (Joogen no Ni) | Miyano Mamoru |
| Akaza (Joogen no San) | Ishida Akira |
| Kaigaku (Joogen no Roku) | Hosoya Yoshimasa |
*Please note: The “Ne” (禰) in Nezuko is correctly written as “Ne” (ネ) followed by “Er” (爾).
*Please note: The “Tsuji” (辻) in Kibutsuji Muzan is correctly written with one dot in the “shinnyoo” radical.
(C) Gotouge Koyoharu / Shueisha・Aniplex・ufotable
By Nakase Kootaroo
