The 10 best animes to watch if you like Demon Slayer

Although no recent series can compare to Demon SlayerRDespite Ufotable’s level of success and influence in terms of its impact on the industry, that doesn’t mean viewers can’t find compelling anime to watch after finishing Ufotable’s adaptation. Happily, there are several animes that not only share similar themes with Demon Slayer but they are also equally pleasantallowing viewers to watch with pleasure while awaiting the premiere of the highly anticipated Infinite Castle trilogy film.

Like this Demon SlayerThe author revealed that the story was inspired by iconic series such as Bleach, narutoand JoJoand fans can easily trace their similarities, some anime share many elements with the story of Koyoharu Gotouge. Whether it’s because of the characters’ setting, the world-building, or having a katana-wielding protagonist fighting some monster creature, These anime are unmissable for all anime fans. Demon Slayer.

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Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku

Based on the manga by Yuji Kaku

Hell’s Paradise offers a harrowing narrative set in the Edo period, following doomed ninja Gabimaru and executioner Yamada Asaemon Sagiri on their journey to a mysterious island in search of the elixir of immortality, facing monstrous creatures and moral dilemmas along the way.

Cast: Chiaki Kobayashi, Yumiri Hanamori, Ryōhei Kimura, Kensho Ono, Rie Takahashi, Tetsu Inada, Aoi Ichikawa, Chikahiro Kobayashi, Makoto Koichi, Daiki Yamashita, Mamiko Noto, Konomi Kohara, Junichi Suwabe, Yuhko Kaida, Yuu Wakabayashi, Yuichi Mizuguchi, Mugihito, Chō, Takahiro Sumi, Shunichi Maki, Makoto Furukawa, Takaaki Torashima, Hinata Tadokoro, Yu Okano, Ota Volcano, Kenji Nomura, Chafurin, Minami Hinata, Miyuu Ogura, Shunichi Toki, Yûsuke Kobayashi, Ryōta Suzuki, Kazuya Saji, Ryûnosuke Watanuki, Takayuki Nakatsukasa, Ritsu Takahashi, Satoru Ito, Ai Kaneta, Kyoko Chikiri, Masafumi Kimura, Hidenari Ugaki, Hayato Fujii, Taiki Yamashita
Character(s): Gabimaru, Yamada Asaemon Sagiri, Aza Chobei, Yamada Asaemon Toma, Yuzuriha, Tamiya Gantetsusai, Yamada Asaemon Fuchi, Yamada Asaemon Shion, Nurugai, Yamada Asaemon Senta, Yui, Mei, Rien/Ju Fa/Zhu Jin/Mu Dan/Ran , Mu Dan, Jailer C, Disciple, Village Chief, Hoko, Doshi B, Twisted Keiun, Yamada Asaemon Eizen, Adachi Matagoro, Rokurota, Officer with Flower, Yamada Asaemon Genji, Narrator, Tokugawa Nariyoshi, Aza Chobei (young), Yamada Asaemon Toma (young), Yamada Asaemon Kisho, Yamada Asaemon Tenza, Yamada Asaemon Shugen, Chief Retainer, Criminal B, Tattooed criminal, Boy/Child, Feudal lord, Rokurota’s mother, Rokurota (young), Nurugai’s grandfather, Kichiji (Sagiri’s father), Citizen B, Samurai
Release date: April 1, 2023
Seasons: 1
Writers: Yuji Kaku and Kindaichi Akira

Although it is far from resembling Demon Slayer in terms of history, Hell’s Paradise It’s a great option for any fan of dark shōnenand viewers will certainly find Gabimaru’s journey moving as he struggles to seek the elixir of immortality and return to his normal life, which is reminiscent of the way the Kamado brothers kill demons to find a cure and turn Nezuko human again. Thus, on their long mission, Tanjiro and Gabimaru participate in countless dazzling battles that invite the viewer to reflect on human values.

Furthermore, the fights in Hell’s Paradise also highlight different forms of sword skills of the members of the Yamada Asaemon clan, and much like Nezuko and Tanjiro’s endearing sibling relationship, Gabimaru and Sagiri’s blossoming partnership shows many instances where they value and protect each other in battle.

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The Indescribable Samurai

Based on the manga by Yusei Matsui

The Elusive Samurai is set during the Kenmu Restoration between the Kamakura and Muromachi periods. Follows Hojo Tokiyuki, a boy whose family is overthrown by Ashikaga Takauji. Accompanied by a priest and his followers, he seeks revenge by using his extraordinary abilities to evade capture.

Cast: Asaki Yuikawa, Yuichi Nakamura, Hinaki Yano, Mari Hino, Sayumi Suzushiro, Aoi Yuki, Kikunosuke Toya
Character(s): Tokiyuki Hojo, Yorishige Suwa, Shizuku, Kojiro, Ayako, Kazama Genba, Fubuki
Release date: July 6, 2024
Seasons: 1
Network: Tokyo MX, Gunma TV, BS11, Tochigi TV
Writers: Rino Yamazaki, Dai Katarayama

An anime whose introduction is similar to Demon Slayer and The Indescribable Samuraisince both series are set in a Japanese historical period (Taisho Era and Kamakura Period), although Tanjiro’s story takes place several hundred years later, and also, like the Kamado Family minus Nezuko, Tanjiro’s family and clan Tokiyuki are brutally massacred. In this way, the two characters, despite having different motivations – Tanjiro healing Nezuko and Tokiyuki restoring her honor – are driven by the desire for justice and revenge and must face enemies much more dangerous than themselves.

Although Demon Slayer is a dark fantasy focused on eradicating demons, while The Indescribable Samurai is based on the fight between Japanese historical figures, the latter not only includes paranormal elements and many tragic situations, but also features enemies who are as ruthlessly evil and power-hungry as demons. Furthermore, The Indescribable Samurai showcases spectacular action enhanced by some of the best animation the medium has to offerwhich makes it the perfect anime for those who miss Demon Slayer.

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Jujutsu Kaisen

Based on the manga by Gege Akutami

Jujutsu Kaisen is a supernatural action anime that follows high school student Yuuji Itadori as he battles magical curses. After Yuji selflessly saves a classmate by placing a curse on his own body, he is discovered and trained by a powerful sorcerer named Satoru Gojo. Gojo, who is also a faculty member at a high school, enrolls Yuji there to help him and other students prepare against the supernatural forces plaguing humanity.

Cast: Junya Enoki, Yuma Uchida, Yuichi Nakamura, Adam McArthur, Asami Seto
Release date: October 3, 2020
Seasons: 1
Directors: Sunghoo Park, Shota Goshozono

One of the series Demon Slayer shares similarities with is undoubtedly Jujutsu Kaisen. Although Jujutsu Kaisen takes place in modern times, Both animes focus on supernatural themes, featuring intense battles against evil beings. The members of the Demon Slayer Corps must kill the Twelve Moons as they strive to eliminate the strongest demon, Muzan, while in Jujutsu KaisenSorcerers fight against curses and collect Sukuna’s fingers to defeat him, who is considered the King of curses.

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In both cases, the protagonists, Tanjiro and Yuji, join an organization responsible for fighting and exterminating entities that threaten humanity, which are born from fear, hatred and negative emotions of humans. Furthermore, both animes have a tragic tone despite having comedy elementssince death is a central theme, as the characters face constant threats and need to overcome the deaths of comrades who sacrifice themselves for the cause.

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Attack on Titan

Based on the manga by Hajime Isayama

Based on the manga, Attack on Titan is a dark action fantasy series set in a world where humanity has been trapped in walled cities out of fear of the monstrous, human-eating Titans that exist outside them. When protagonist Eren Yeager’s mother is killed before his eyes at a young age, his thirst for revenge leads him to join an elite group of soldiers created to fight the threat of the Titans.

Cast: Matthew Mercer, Josh Grelle, Hiroshi Kamiya, Shiori Mikami, Jerry Jewell, Kishô Taniyama, Jessica Calvello, Masahiko Tanaka, Yui Ishikawa, Romi Park, Robert McCollum, Tomohisa Hashizume, Hiro Shimono, Trina Nishimura
Release date: April 7, 2013
Seasons: 4
Producer: Studio with intelligence, MAPPA

Despite having completely different facilities, Attack on Titan and Demon Slayer both present an organization whose members have different positions and with the sole objective of eradicating human-eating monsters. The Demon Slayer Corps’ goal is to eliminate Muzan Kibutsuji and the demons he creates, and the Survey Corps protects humanity within the walls from the Titan threat.

Furthermore, the protagonists’ journey begins in a very similar way.As being affected by a family tragedy propels them down the path of revenge, Tanjiro’s family is killed by Muzan and after witnessing his mother being devoured, Eren vows to kill all the titans. Furthermore, enemies in both series have regenerative abilities and the way to kill them is similar. But the main aspect that Demon Slayerr fans will find it attractive in Attack on Titan is the disturbing tone of the series and the highlight of intense struggles and sacrifices for the sake of a mission.

Based on the manga by Hiromu Arakawa

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood follows brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric who use alchemy on a quest to restore their bodies after a failed transmutation. The series explores themes of sacrifice, the consequences of ambition and the search for truth in a richly developed world.

Cast: Maxey Whitehead, Vic Mignogna, Andrew Love, Brittney Karbowski, Caitlin Glass, Chris Cason, Chris Patton, Chris Rager, Christine Auten, Christopher R. Sabat, Colleen Clinkenbeard, Ed Blaylock, Eric Vale, George Manley, J. Michael Tatum, Jerry Russell
Character(s): Alphonse Elric, Edward Elric, Jerso, Selim Bradley, Winry Rockbell, Gula, Greed, Zampano, Izumi Curtis, Alex Louis Armstrong, Riza Hawkeye, Führer King Bradley/Wrath, Solf J. Kimblee, Darius, Scar, Tim Marcoh
Release date: April 5, 2009

Although Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood There are no demons, but other supernatural creatures, its most striking resemblance to Demon Slayer is Edward Elric’s relationship with his brother Alphonseas both anime follow the story of brothers whose changing fates caught them in an expanded conflict.

In Demon SlayerNezuko is forcibly transformed into a demon, and in FMABAlphonse ends up trapped in medieval-style armor, causing the two brothers to begin searching for a way to revert them to their normal bodies. In this way, both animes present strong family relationships whose unbreakable bond is proven by the way they support and protect each other in all situations. Both series also include a lot of humor introducing hilarious allies for Tanjito and Ed, which helps balance the story’s more emotional moments.

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Seraphim of the End

Based on the manga written by Takaya Kagami and illustrated by Yamato Yamamoto

Seraphim of the End is a dark fantasy anime series that depicts a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious virus has nearly wiped out humanity and the survivors are enslaved by vampires, focusing on a young boy’s quest for revenge.

Cast: Miyu Irino, Kensho Ono, Yuichi Nakamura, Takahiro Sakurai, Saori Hayami, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Kaito Ishikawa, Yuka Iguchi, Aoi Yuki, Atsumi Tanezaki, Tatsuhisa Suzuki, Daisuke Ono, Takuma Nagatsuka, Yû Shimamura, Tomoaki Maeno, Hibiku Yamamura, Yui Ishikawa and Yuuichirou Umehara
Character(s): Yuichiro Hyakuya, Mikaela Hyakuya, Guren Ichinose, Ferid Bathory, Shinoa Hiragi, Yoichi Saotome, Shiho Kimizuki, Mitsuba Sangu, Krul Tepes, Sayuri Hanayori, Shin’ya Hiragi, Norito Goshi, Lacus Welt, Mito Jujo, Kureto Hiragi, Ashuramaru, Shigure Yukimi, René Simm
Release date: April 4, 2015

Comparisons between Seraphim of the End and Demon Slayer are inevitable due to their introduction full of tragedy and also because they present an organization at war for the good of humanity. As in Demon Slayer, Seraphim of the End follows a world inhabited by supernatural creatures (demons/vampires) and protagonists who become orphans like Tanjiro and Nezuko.

Additionally, Yuichiro Hyakuya and Mikaela share a sibling relationship, but only one of them ends up being saved by the Imperial Japanese Demon Army. Yuichiro’s desire to take revenge on those who killed his family leads him to join the Moon Demon Company, a group dedicated to killing vampires using weapons specifically designed to exterminate them. Additionally, Seraphim of the End has a high-quality adaptation, interesting characters, and intriguing twists, making it a great shōnen battle anime.

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Blue Exorcist

Based on the manga by Kazue Kato

Blue Exorcist is an anime series that follows Rin Okumura, a teenager who discovers he is the son of Satan. Determined to defy his demonic heritage, Rin enrolls at True Cross Academy to become an exorcist and protect the world from demonic forces. The show explores themes of identity, family and the battle between good and evil with a mix of action and supernatural elements.

Cast: Bryce Papenbrook, Johnny Yong Bosch, Brian Beacock, Sam Riegel, Kyle Hebert, Wendee Lee, Mona Marshall, Christine Marie Cabanos, Kira Buckland, Kirk Thornton
Release date: April 17, 2011
Seasons: 2
Creator(s): Kazue Kato

In Blue Exorcistthe theme of the devil is also the central point, as in Demon Slayerwith the protagonist having a more direct connection, since Rin Okumura and his brother are none other than the children of Satan. However, despite this fact, the brothers share the same goal as Tanjiro: take revenge and end the existence of demons that threaten humans.

This way, Rin shares many similarities with TanjiroSince he and his brother joined an organization of exorcists to kill these demons, they share a strong bond that makes them protect each other, and he also uses a sword to fight and has a kind, lively and energetic personality. This anime is one of the most underrated shōnen, in part because of its initial adaptation, which deviated from the original story; however, as Blue Exorcist recently released a third season, now is the best chance to start it.

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Inuyasha

Based on the manga by Rumiko Takahashi

Inuyasha, commonly referred to as Inuyasha: A Feudal Fairy Tale, revolves around a Japanese teenager who travels through time to help a half-demon collect all the shards of the sacred jewel. The anime is based on the manga of the same name and ran for a total of 167 episodes between 2000 and 2004.

Cast: Kappei Yamaguchi, Richard Ian Cox, Sarah Hauser, Darren Pleavin, Satsuki Yukino, Moneca Stori, Kumiko Watanabe, Jillian Michaels
Seasons: 7
Directors: Yasunao Aoki, Masashi Ikeda, Tatsuya Ishihara
Creator(s): Rumiko Takahashi

As Demon Slayer, Inuyasha is also set in a feudal world where active demons put humans in dangerborrowing many aspects from Japanese folklore. These demons are also created by a villain, which helps highlight the humanity within these creatures, similar to how Demon Slayerr does by presenting their emotional stories.

Furthermore, the two main villains, Muzan and Naraku, are similar in presence and personality, with strong henchmen who follow their orders. However, Demon Slayer is much darker and more tragic than Inuyashawhere romance has greater relevance; they have in common the struggle to deal with a demonic condition, as Inuyasha is a half-demon and fights against his inner nature just as Nezuko does to protect Tanjiro and safeguard his remaining humanity. Inuyasha is a timeless classic and a must-watch series for anyone who wants to find the best anime about fighting demons.

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Dororo

Based on the manga by Osamu Tezuka

Dororo (2019) is a Japanese anime series based on the classic manga by Osamu Tezuka. Set in the Sengoku period, it follows the journey of Hyakkimaru, a young samurai whose body parts were sacrificed to demons by his father in exchange for power, and Dororo, a young thief. Together, they seek to recover Hyakkimaru’s stolen body parts by defeating the demons that possess them.

Cast: Adam Gibbs, Chaney Moore, James Belcher, David Wald, Blake Jackson, Ty Mahany, Patricia Duran
Release date: January 7, 2019
Seasons: 1
Directors: Kazuhiro Furuhashi
Creator(s): Osamu Tezuka

Dororo is one of the best recommendations for anyone who wants to enjoy an anime like Demon Slayernot only because Hyakkimaru faces demonic entities during a Japanese historical period, but also because of its impressive animation and battle choreography.

Although both protagonists begin to fight demons to regain something, the evolution of both stories gives more importance to the human connections formed in times of suffering, represented in Tanjiro, whose new friends become like found family, and Hyakkimaru, who finds company in Dororo. . Although Demon Slayer It’s miles away DororoWith its relentless depiction of war and the most horrific part of the human condition, viewers wanting a grounded, self-contained anime will find Osamu Tezuka’s masterful story more than enjoyable.

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D-Gray Man

Based on the manga by Katsura Hoshino

D.Gray-man (2006) follows Allen Walker, a young exorcist with a cursed eye, as he joins the Black Order to battle malevolent beings known as Akuma and their creator, the Millennium Earl, in a dark and fantastical 19th century setting. XIX. .

Cast: Katsuyuki Konishi, Shizuka Itoh, Kenta Miyake, Toshiyuki Morikawa, Sanae Kobayashi, Kenichi Suzumura, Takeshi Aono, Junpei Takiguchi
Character(s): Komui Lee, Lenalee Lee, Skin Boric, Tyki Mikk, Allen Walker, Lavi, Bookman, Millennium Earl
Release date: October 3, 2006
Seasons: 2

D. Gray Man is an essential classic anime reminiscent of Demon Slayer both in its main plot and its villains. In D-Gray ManAllen Walker joins the Black Order, an organization that opposes the Millennium Count, who has many similarities with Muzan, not only because they both create supernatural creatures, the Akuma and demons, but also in the groups led by them, the Noah and the Twelve Moons.

However, what does D. Gray Man The scale involved in the fight is large, as the Count has great influence, putting the entire world in danger, increasing the risks than in Demon Slayerwhere Muzan only seeks to achieve immortality. Despite its slower story and less dark tone, it is an absolute iconic reference in the medium, influencing many series such as Jujutsu Kaisendoing D. Gray Man an anime that all Demon Slayer fans will enjoy.

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