After a long journey, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba concluded with its 205th chapter. Although fans were disappointed to see the ending of Demon Slayer, the finale provided a look at the optimistic future that Tanjiro and his companions had fought so hard to make a reality.
In the two-part conclusion, Chapter 204 zeroed in on the survivors of the ultimate battle with Muzan Kibutsuji while Chapter 205 fast-forwarded to the reincarnations and successors of the series’ significant characters.
How Can Demon Slayer End?
Three months after Muzan’s defeat, Tanjiro had recovered from his near-transformation into a demon, albeit with lasting effects: his left arm and right eye were damaged. At this time, the current leader of the Demon Slayers Corps, Kiriya Ubuyashiki, had assembled a final Hashira meeting to disband the organization. After some fond farewells, Tanjiro, Nezuko, Zenitsu, and Inosuke traveled to the Kamado family home, with the chapter concluding with a view of present-day Japan.
In Chapter 205, “Life Shining Across the Years,” a time skip is presented that introduces the new generation of characters. Yoshiteru, Zenitsu’s great-grandchild, reads a book called “The Legend of Zenitsu” and exchanges ideas with his sister Toko about reincarnation: “I believe that all those who fought demons and gave their lives for a peaceful world were reborn into a more joyous life.” This optimistic belief forms the foundation of the final chapter of Demon Slayer, as the numerous reincarnations of beloved characters are brought in.
Knowing the Demon Slayer Time Skip
Kanata and Sumihiko Kamado were the first to be introduced, and it was evident that they were Kanao and Tanjiro, respectively. Kanata attempted to rouse his brother to go to school, but Sumihiko stayed in bed, uninterested. Later, the three of them – Yoshiteru, Toko, and Kanata – encountered the great-grandchildren of Zenitsu and Nezuko and walked together to school. Each panel of the manga had a subtle reference to the other characters’ reincarnations, as the former Hashiras: Uzui, Kanae, Shinobu, Himejima, Tokito, Iguro, and Kanroji were all spotted during the trio’s stroll to school.
Uzui won a gold medal for Japan in gymnastics, paying homage to his shinobi background, despite his rebellious nature. Kanae and Shinobu attended Sekirei Women’s Academy, Himejima became a kindergarten teacher, and Tokito was seen with his twin in a stroller as toddlers. When Toko and Kanata were talking about what to do after school, they reminisced about going to a diner run by Iguro and Kanroji, indicating that their wish to stay together in another life was granted.
As Sumihiko woke up and realized he would be late if he didn’t hurry, he leaped out of his window and raced to school. Meanwhile, the reincarnation train continued with more characters from the past appearing. He ran through a yard, where Urokodaki and Kuwajima were playing a game of Shoji. A TV in the background spoke of Ubuyashiki as the longest-living Japanese person ever, breaking their family curse of short life spans. Sumihiko then jumped over the hood of a patrol car with the Shinazugawa siblings inside and ran past Giyu, Sabito, and Makomo, before eventually joining Tojuro, a clear descendant of Rengoku.
Aoba Hashibira, Inosuke’s descendant/reincarnation, was the botanist who stumbled across the Blue Spider Lily—a flower Muzan thought would provide him with an everlasting physical form. Yushiro could also be spotted, still alive and now known as a mysterious painter who creates gorgeous paintings of Tamayo. Even Haganezuka, the swordsmith, and other Demon Slayer Corps personnel, such as Murata and Goto, had minor appearances.
As Sumihiko and Tojuro hurried to school, Tojuro implored Sumihiko to join the Kendo club. Despite making it just in time, Sumihiko’s mother got a call about what had happened. While speaking on the phone, a reminder of the momentous victory against Muzan was seen in the form of Tanjiro’s sword, earrings, and a photo of all those who fought in the battle and were fortunate enough to survive, ushering in a bright future they had always hoped for.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba depicted the anguish and suffering endured by its characters in their pursuit to create a safer world. Accomplishing a widely beloved ending is a challenging task for any narrative, yet Demon Slayer’s positive conclusion stands as a tribute to the sacrifices made for a brighter tomorrow.
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