The phenomenon of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba It shows no signs of stopping. The most recent cinematographic delivery of the saga, Infinity Castlehe has devastated the Japanese box office in record time. This to raise impressive figures and attract millions of viewers. This success not only consolidates the franchise as one of the greatest in the history of Japanese cinema, but also places it in a unique position: to challenge the almost untouchable status that Studio Ghibli has maintained for decades like the National Anime of Japan.
Demon Slayer in an unstoppable rise
In just 38 days since its premiere, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle. Reached 28.08 billion yen in collection and attracted more than 19.82 million people to film rooms, even surpassing historical giants such as Titanic. This vertiginous ascent follows the path that marked Mugen Train. The highest grossing film in Japan with more than 40 billion yen and 28.97 million attendees. With these figures, Demon Slayer has become a real successful machine capable of redefining what a cultural phenomenon means in Japan.
The impressive thing about this franchise is that it has managed to mobilize all kinds of public. Whole, youth and adult families meet in cinemas to live the experience, creating a social phenomenon that transcends simple entertainment. The adaptation of Infinity Castle as trilogy of Demon Slayer He assures that this success wave will remain alive until the end of the decade. With projections that estimate 80 billion additional yen in collection and more than 60 million viewers in total.
The indestructible legacy of Studio Ghibli
Although the numbers of Demon Slayer are shocking, the title of National Anime has belonged for decades to Studio Ghibli. With more than 40 years of history, the study founded by Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata Japanese cinema revolutionized. Works like My neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke and Chihiro's trip Not only did they reach box office records, but they also defined the country's cultural anime.
Ghibli It was not limited to the numbers, the film industry revitalized at a critical moment. During the 70s and 80s, cinema assistance in Japan I was in decline, but the arrival of films like Princess Mononoke (1997) and the rise of the multicines made the public return massively to the rooms. In addition, his films established the habit of watching family cinema during festivities such as Golden Weeka habit that persists until today. With a total of 24 films, 120 million tickets sold and 168.7 billion yen collected, Studio Ghibli He has left an indelible mark on Japanese culture.
A new era under construction
The great unknown is if Demon Slayer You can consolidate not only record figures, but also a cultural legacy comparable to that of Ghibli. With the planned trilogy of Infinity Castle And the strength of its fans base, the franchise aims to become a new reference for young generations. Its ability to generate conversation, unite audiences and maintain the interest of the public year after year are clear signs that it is a phenomenon that could change the history of the Anime in Japan.
Even so, Ghibli It has a symbolism that transcends the figures, it is the incarnation of cinema as art. While Demon Slayer It represents the power of mass entertainment in the modern era. Both paths, although different, converge in a common point. The construction of cultural milestones that mark an entire nation.
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