Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Film Obliterates Japan Box Office Records in Historic Opening

The highly anticipated first installment of the 'Infinity Castle' trilogy, 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle,' has unleashed an unprecedented storm at the Japanese box office. Since its grand premiere on July 18, 2025, the cinematic spectacle has obliterated multiple records, solidifying the franchise's immense popularity and cultural impact.

The film immediately etched its name in history, raking in a staggering 1.64 billion yen (approximately US$11.11 million) and selling 1.15 million tickets on its opening day alone. This set a monumental new benchmark for single-day box office revenue in Japan. The momentum surged throughout the weekend, with Saturday's impressive haul reaching 1.84 billion yen (US$12.47 million) from 1.26 million tickets. Sunday witnessed an even more breathtaking performance, as the film commanded 2.03 billion yen (US$13.76 million) from 1.42 million tickets, solidifying its place as the highest single-day box office earner ever recorded in the nation.

This phenomenal three-day run culminated in 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle' securing the title of the highest-grossing opening weekend of all time in Japan. The film's dominance extended further over the extended four-day Marine Day holiday, where it captivated over 5.16 million moviegoers and amassed a colossal 7.31 billion yen (roughly US$49.6 million).

This incredible achievement not only shattered but nearly doubled the previous opening records held by its acclaimed predecessor, 'Demon Slayer: Mugen Train,' which garnered 4.62 billion yen and 3.42 million tickets during its first three days in 2020. The unparalleled success of 'Infinity Castle' stands as a testament to the 'Demon Slayer' franchise's profound and enduring cultural impact and its immense popularity worldwide.

Fueling this cinematic triumph is Ufotable's consistently breathtaking digital animation, which brings Koyoharu Gotouge's dark fantasy world to vibrant life. This is coupled with a powerhouse marketing campaign orchestrated by Aniplex and Sony Pictures. As audiences continue to flock to witness Tanjiro Kamado's relentless battle against formidable demons, supported by his steadfast comrades and the elite Hashira swordsmen, 'Infinity Castle' solidifies its status as a landmark masterpiece in the annals of Japanese anime cinema.