The fifth installment in the Demon Slayer stage play series, titled Demon Slayer: Its Fifth Chapter – The Attack on the Swordsmith Village, will debut in April 2025 in Tokyo and Hyogo. Visuals and cast details for the Upper Rank demons have been revealed, with Kazuki Kato playing Kokushibo and Kenji Urai portraying Doma.

A New Creative Direction

While the previous Demon Slayer stage plays were written and directed by Kenichi Suemitsu, this installment introduces Tsuneyasu Motoyoshi as the new scriptwriter and director. Shunsuke Wada returns to compose the music, promising a fresh yet faithful take on the beloved series.

The stage play will depict the intense battle as Tanjiro, Nezuko, and their allies defend the Swordsmith Village from the Upper Rank demons’ devastating attack.

About the Demon Slayer Phenomenon

Based on Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump (2016–2020), Demon Slayer has sold over 150 million copies worldwide. The story, set in the Taisho era, follows Tanjiro Kamado’s journey to avenge his family and cure his demon-turned sister Nezuko.

The franchise has seen tremendous success, from the 2019 anime series to the record-breaking Mugen Train film, and multiple TV adaptations leading to the Pillar Training Arc and the upcoming Infinity Castle Arc.

Cast Comments

Kazuki Kato (Kokushibo)
“I’m thrilled to join the Demon Slayer world. It’s an honor to play Kokushibo, a character steeped in mystery and strength. I will do my best to meet the expectations of fans and bring this powerful figure to life.”

Kenji Urai (Doma)
“As a fan of the original manga and anime, I was ecstatic when I received the offer to play Doma. To step into this world and embody such a complex character is a dream come true. I hope to bring my unique take on Doma to the stage while honoring the original portrayal by Mamoru Miyano in the anime.”

Source : ORICON NEWS