Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Conquers Japanese Box Office, Secures 6th All-Time Spot in Record Time

In a stunning display of cultural phenomenon, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle has soared to unprecedented heights at the Japanese box office, securing its place as the 6th highest-grossing film of all time in Japan. This monumental achievement comes just 25 days after its highly anticipated release, cementing the franchise's enduring global appeal.

The film, a cinematic masterpiece directed by Haruo Sotozaki and meticulously animated by the acclaimed studio ufotable, has already amassed a staggering 22 billion yen, equivalent to approximately $148.7 million USD. Its magnetic draw has translated into nearly 15.7 million tickets sold, demonstrating a fervent audience engagement that surpasses even the 2022 blockbuster One Piece Film Red. Infinity Castle is also rapidly closing in on the legendary box office performance of its predecessor, Mugen Train, which garnered 20 billion yen within a comparable timeframe.

From its explosive debut, Infinity Castle has been a record-breaking sensation. It shattered the record for the highest opening day in Japanese history, raking in an astounding 1.64 billion yen. Its third day saw another unprecedented feat, achieving the best single box office day with a remarkable 2 billion yen. Furthermore, the film delivered the best opening weekend performance across both three and four days, signaling its immediate and overwhelming dominance. Weeks post-release, Infinity Castle continues to command the domestic box office with remarkable staying power, exhibiting only modest declines, a testament to its compelling narrative and visual grandeur.

This cinematic installment marks the beginning of a planned trilogy designed to bring the beloved Demon Slayer anime saga to its epic conclusion. Fans are particularly thrilled by the intense confrontations depicted, including the much-anticipated showdown between protagonist Tanjiro and the formidable Upper Rank demon Akaza. Following its colossal success domestically, the film is poised for a major international rollout, with theatrical releases slated for the US and UK on September 12, 2025. Its international appeal is already evident, having achieved a record-breaking debut in Taiwan, surpassing even Mugen Train's performance in the region.

The continued, overwhelming success of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle underscores the powerful resonance of Koyoharu Gotouge’s original manga and ufotable’s unparalleled commitment to high-quality animation. It reconfirms Demon Slayer's status as one of the most influential and beloved anime series of the past decade, a true cultural phenomenon. As the franchise sets its sights on breaking even greater records both at home and abroad, fans eagerly await the next chapters of this thrilling cinematic journey.