Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle Arc Part 1 – Akaza Returns it continues to sweep the Japanese box office. According to Kogyo Tsushinsha, the film has grossed 37.1 billion yen (approximately 247 million dollars) after 101 days on the billboard, with more than 25.54 million attendees. In this way, the feature film is located alone 3.6 billion yen (some 24 million dollars) to surpass the historical record of Mugen Train.
Released on July 18, 2025, the film maintains a higher rhythm than its predecessor. Its opening weekend set national records, raising 5.52 billion yen (36.8 million dollars) and establish new brands for the premiere, first day and most successful day in the history of Japanese cinema. The distributor Aniplex he thanked fans and movie theaters for their continued support.
One step away from Mugen Train
Mugen Train, released in October 2020, still retains the title of highest-grossing film in Japan with 40.75 billion yen (272 million dollars). However, the rapid rise of Infinite Castle it suggests it could equal or even surpass that figure in the coming weeks. The current difference of 3.6 billion yen is narrowed week by week thanks to strong attendance in theaters across the country.
The beginning of the final arc
Infinity Castle Arc Part 1: Akaza Returns it is the first part of one film trilogy that will conclude the story of Kimetsu no Yaiba. The plot follows Tanjiro Kamado and the members of the Demon Extermination Corps on his foray to the castle of Muzan Kibutsuji, where they face higher rank demons. The film continues the emotional and visual charge of the previous arcs, driven by the renowned animation of ufotable.
A phenomenon that transcends borders
After the global success of Mugen Train —which raised more than 517 billion yen ($3.45 billion) globally—, the franchise expanded to television series, video game and theatrical works. The arches of Entertainment District, Swordsmith Village and Hashira Training they paved the way for this film installment, which maintains the commercial momentum of the saga.
