Two Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba live events are set to take place in May 2025 at Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall, Japan. They include the Orchestra Concert – Kimetsu no So: Hashira Training Arc and Kimetsu no Utage – Hashira Training Arc, offering the attendees a cinematic musical experience and a live voice acting performance featuring the anime’s voice cast.
Demon Slayer Orchestra Concert – Kimetsu no So: Hashira Training Arc
The fifth installment of the Demon Slayer orchestra concert series will focus on the Hashira Training Arc, combining live orchestral music with anime footage displayed on a large screen.
This immersive concert will be performed by the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Hirofumi Kurita.
Event Details:
- Date: May 3, 2025 (Saturday, Public Holiday)
- Venue: Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall
- Performances:
- Day Concert: Doors open at 11:00 AM, starts at 12:00 PM
- Evening Concert: Doors open at 4:00 PM, starts at 5:00 PM
- Conductor: Hirofumi Kurita
- Orchestra: Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra
- Organizer: Aniplex
Kimetsu no Utage – Hashira Training Arc
On May 4, 2025, the Kimetsu no Utage stage event will bring fans a live reading and voice acting performance by the main cast. This one-night-only performance will highlight key moments from the Hashira Training Arc, performed by the voice actors of the series.
Confirmed Cast:
- Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro Kamado)
- Takahiro Sakurai (Giyu Tomioka)
- Katsuyuki Konishi (Tengen Uzui)
- Kengo Kawanishi (Muichiro Tokito)
- Saori Hayami (Shinobu Kocho)
- Kana Hanazawa (Mitsuri Kanroji)
- Kenichi Suzumura (Obanai Iguro)
- Tomokazu Seki (Sanemi Shinazugawa)
- Tomokazu Sugita (Gyomei Himejima)
Event Details:
- Date: May 4, 2025 (Sunday, Public Holiday)
- Venue: Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall
Newly Released Key Visual & Merchandise
A brand-new key visual for the event has also been revealed. The visual will be featured as part of the exclusive A5-size Character Fine Book, which will be included as a bonus for S Seat ticket holders with special goods.
The fastest pre-sale application deadline is March 9, 2025 (Sunday) at 23:59 JST. You can see the key visual below.
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Ticket Information
Both events require lottery-based pre-sale tickets, with prices varying by seating categories. The fastest pre-sale Deadline is March 9, 2025 (Sunday) at 23:59. You can follow the official website for more details on both events.
Conclusion
The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba orchestra concert and live performance will both give fans a chance to experience the Hashira Training Arc in a fun way. Its May release date aligns perfectly to build hype for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Train Castle Arc, which is set to premiere in Japan on July 18. Crunchyroll recently announced the international release dates and available countries as well.
Source: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Official Website
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