Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Set in Taisho-era Japan, a boy named Tanjiro Kamado joins the Demon Slayer Corps to find a cure for his sister, who was turned into a demon after their family was slaughtered by the demon lord Muzan Kibutsuji.
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- バトル / 和風ファンタジー / 少年漫画
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- Manga / Anime / Film
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba — Timeline24 events
Birth of Muzan Kibutsuji
A man born in the Heian period transformed into a demon after receiving an experimental medicine. He subsequently spread his blood to create other demons and began a centuries-long search for the Blue Spider Lily, a plant rumored to grant immunity to sunlight. The exact era is not officially confirmed.
Vol.16巻前後 — Based on Muzan's recollections within the story. No official year is specified.
Yoriichi Tsugikuni Develops Sun Breathing and Confronts Muzan
Yoriichi Tsugikuni, born with an extraordinary gift, created Sun Breathing and nearly killed Muzan. After escaping, Muzan remained wary of Yoriichi for the rest of his life. Yoriichi later demonstrated his techniques to Sumiyoshi Kamado, and the movements were preserved as the Hinokami Kagura dance within the Kamado family.
Vol.16〜21巻 — Based on flashback sequences across vols. 16–21. 'Sengoku Period' is inferred from the '~400 years ago' depiction.
Massacre of the Kamado Family and Nezuko's Transformation
While Tanjiro was away, Muzan Kibutsuji attacked the Kamado household, killing the entire family except for Nezuko, who was turned into a demon. Tanjiro descended the mountain with his sister and first encountered the Demon Slayer Corps. This event sets the story in motion.
Vol.1巻 第1話Ch. — Ch. 1, vol. 1. The exact Taisho year is not officially stated; fan analysis suggests Taisho 1–2.
Approximately Two Years of Training Under Sakonji Urokodaki
Tanjiro trained for approximately two years under the guidance of Sakonji Urokodaki, mastering the forms of Water Breathing and ultimately splitting a boulder. Meanwhile, Nezuko remained asleep in a basket, gradually learning to control her demon instincts.
Vol.1〜4巻 — Vols. 1–4. The '~2 years' duration is inferred from seasonal progression within the story.
Passing the Final Selection and Joining the Demon Slayer Corps
After surviving seven days on Fujikasane Mountain during the Final Selection, Tanjiro was officially admitted into the Demon Slayer Corps. He received his Nichirin Blade and crow companion, then began taking on official missions.
Vol.4巻 第27〜28話Ch. — Around ch. 27–28, vol. 4.
Encounter with Muzan in Asakusa and Meeting Tamayo
On a mission in Asakusa, Tanjiro spotted Muzan Kibutsuji walking in human disguise. In the ensuing chaos, he met the demon physician Tamayo and her companion Yushiro, forging an alliance aimed at defeating Muzan.
Vol.2〜3巻 第12〜15話Ch. — Around ch. 12–15, vols. 2–3.
Defeating Kyogai at the Drum Mansion and Meeting Zenitsu and Inosuke
Tanjiro defeated Kyogai, a former member of the Twelve Kizuki, inside a mansion where the demon's drum beats rotated the rooms. Through this mission he met Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira, who would become his close companions.
Vol.3〜4巻 第17〜27話Ch. — Around ch. 17–27, vols. 3–4.
Battle at Natagumo Mountain and First Encounter with the Hashira
Tanjiro and his companions fought the Lower Moon Five demon Rui at Natagumo Mountain. After a desperate battle, Nezuko's identity as a demon was exposed, leading to a tribunal before the Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps.
Vol.5〜6巻 第38〜53話Ch. — Around ch. 38–53, vols. 5–6.
Tribunal of Nezuko at the Hashira Meeting and Kagaya Ubuyashiki's Approval
The full assembly of Hashira debated Nezuko's fate, with some demanding immediate execution. Based on a letter from Sakonji Urokodaki and Master Kagaya Ubuyashiki's judgment, Nezuko was conditionally permitted to accompany the Demon Slayer Corps.
Vol.6〜7巻 第44〜48話Ch. — Around ch. 44–48, vols. 6–7.
Rehabilitation Training at the Butterfly Mansion and Mastering Total Concentration Breathing
While recovering at the Butterfly Mansion under Insect Hashira Shinobu Kocho, Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and Inosuke underwent rehabilitation training led by Kanao Tsuyuri, working toward mastering Total Concentration Breathing.
Vol.7巻 第49〜53話Ch. — Around ch. 49–53, vol. 7.
Defeat of Lower Moon One Enmu on the Mugen Train
Aboard the Mugen Train alongside Flame Hashira Rengoku, Tanjiro and his companions battled Lower Moon One Enmu, who had put over 200 passengers into a supernatural sleep. Tanjiro broke free by choosing death within his dream and defeated Enmu by severing his neck.
Vol.7〜8巻 第54〜62話Ch. — Ch. 54–62, vols. 7–8.
Death of Flame Hashira Rengoku Kyojuro on the Mugen Train
Flame Hashira Rengoku Kyojuro died in battle against the Upper Moon Three demon Akaza aboard the Mugen Train, after shielding Tanjiro and the other passengers. His death had a profound impact on the Demon Slayer Corps.
Vol.7〜8巻 第54〜69話Ch. — Ch. 54–69, vols. 7–8. Lunar analysis by some researchers suggests late Taisho 5, but this is not officially confirmed.
Battle Against Upper Moon Six in the Entertainment District
Tanjiro and his companions infiltrated a pleasure district in Yoshiwara and battled the Upper Moon Six demons Daki and Gyutaro alongside Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui. Both demons were ultimately defeated.
Vol.8〜11巻 第70〜99話Ch. — Ch. 70–99, vols. 8–11.
Battle Against Gyokko and Hantengu in the Swordsmith Village
Upper Moon Five Gyokko and Upper Moon Four Hantengu invaded the hidden village of swordsmiths. Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji joined Tanjiro in fighting back, ultimately defeating both demons. Tanjiro briefly experienced a phenomenon resembling the crimson blade.
Vol.12〜15巻 第98〜127話Ch. — Ch. 98–127, vols. 12–15.
Nezuko Kamado Overcomes Sunlight
At dawn after the battle in the Swordsmith Village, Nezuko survived exposure to sunlight without disintegrating — an unprecedented feat for any demon. This revelation shocked both the Demon Slayer Corps and Muzan Kibutsuji, making Nezuko the only demon to have ever conquered the sun.
Vol.15巻 第126話Ch. — Ch. 126 'Whose Time Is It, Dawn,' vol. 15.
Hashira Training and Corps-Wide Strengthening Exercises
In preparation for the final battle, all Hashira opened their training regimens to Corps members. Tanjiro and others cycled through each Hashira's program to build physical conditioning and refine Total Concentration Breathing, during which several Hashira manifested their Demon Slayer Marks.
Vol.15〜16巻 第128〜136話Ch. — Around ch. 128–136, vols. 15–16.
Muzan's Assault on the Ubuyashiki Estate
Muzan Kibutsuji directly attacked the Ubuyashiki estate, and the master and his wife sacrificed themselves in a blast to counter him. This incident triggered the full-scale confrontation between the Demon Slayer Corps and the Twelve Kizuki within the Infinity Castle.
Vol.16〜17巻 第137話〜Ch. — Ch. 137 onward, vols. 16–17.
Successive Battles Against the Twelve Kizuki Within the Infinity Castle
Separated within the Infinity Castle, Demon Slayer Corps members and Hashira engaged the remaining Upper Moon demons in a series of fierce battles. Several Hashira sustained critical injuries as the demons were defeated one by one.
Vol.17〜21巻 第145〜183話Ch. — Ch. 145–183, vols. 17–21.
Death of Shinobu Kocho and Defeat of Doma
Inside the Infinity Castle, Insect Hashira Shinobu Kocho sacrificed her life to saturate her own body with poison, allowing Kanao Tsuyuri and Inosuke Hashibira to ultimately slay Upper Moon Two Doma.
Vol.17〜19巻 第141〜163話Ch. — Ch. 141–163, vols. 17–19.
Tanjiro and Giyu Tomioka vs Upper Moon Three Akaza
Tanjiro Kamado and Water Hashira Giyu Tomioka confronted Upper Moon Three Akaza within the Infinity Castle. After an intense battle, Tanjiro severed Akaza's head using Hinokami Kagura. Akaza, having recovered his memories as a human, chose to destroy himself.
Vol.17〜18巻 第145〜157話Ch. — Ch. 145–157, vols. 17–18.
Battle Against Upper Moon One Kokushibo and Death of Muichiro Tokito
Muichiro Tokito, Gyomei Himejima, and the Shinazugawa brothers engaged Upper Moon One Kokushibo in a grueling battle within the Infinity Castle. Muichiro was fatally wounded but his sacrifice created the opening that allowed the others to defeat Kokushibo.
Vol.19〜21巻 第164〜179話Ch. — Ch. 164–179, vols. 19–21.
Muzan Weakened by Tamayo's Drug and Tanjiro Transformed into a Demon
Tamayo sacrificed herself as a decoy to inject Muzan with a drug designed to revert demons to humans, severely weakening his body. In a desperate act, the dying Muzan infused Tanjiro with his blood, temporarily transforming him into a demon.
Vol.21〜22巻 第180〜192話Ch. — Around ch. 180–192, vols. 21–22.
Defeat of Muzan Kibutsuji and Eradication of All Demons
After a battle lasting until dawn, Tanjiro and his allies defeated Muzan Kibutsuji. With Muzan's death, all demons ceased to exist. Tanjiro, who had been briefly transformed into a demon, was restored to human form by Nezuko's blood.
Vol.22〜23巻 第192〜204話Ch. — Ch. 192–204, vols. 22–23.
Descendants and Apparent Reincarnations in the Modern Era
The final chapter depicts modern-day Tokyo, showing the daily lives of individuals who resemble or are implied to be descendants or reincarnations of the original Demon Slayer Corps members, conveying a peaceful world without demons.
Vol.23巻 第205話（最終話）Ch. — Ch. 205 (final chapter), vol. 23. Whether characters are reincarnations or descendants is ambiguous; classified as 'interpretation.'
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