Demon Slayer Unveils Key Visual, Details for Special Orchestra and Live Voice Acting Events in May 2025

Two Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba live events are set to take place in May 2025 at Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall, Japan. They include the Orchestra Concert – Kimetsu no So: Hashira Training Arc and Kimetsu no Utage – Hashira Training Arc, offering the attendees a cinematic musical experience and a live voice acting performance featuring the anime’s voice cast.

Demon Slayer Orchestra Concert – Kimetsu no So: Hashira Training Arc

The fifth installment of the Demon Slayer orchestra concert series will focus on the Hashira Training Arc, combining live orchestral music with anime footage displayed on a large screen.

This immersive concert will be performed by the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Hirofumi Kurita.

Event Details:

• Date: May 3, 2025 (Saturday, Public Holiday)
• Venue: Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall
• Performances:
  • Day Concert: Doors open at 11:00 AM, starts at 12:00 PM
  • Evening Concert: Doors open at 4:00 PM, starts at 5:00 PM
• Conductor: Hirofumi Kurita
• Orchestra: Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra
• Organizer: Aniplex

Kimetsu no Utage – Hashira Training Arc

On May 4, 2025, the Kimetsu no Utage stage event will bring fans a live reading and voice acting performance by the main cast. This one-night-only performance will highlight key moments from the Hashira Training Arc, performed by the voice actors of the series.

Confirmed Cast:

• Natsuki Hanae (Tanjiro Kamado)
• Takahiro Sakurai (Giyu Tomioka)
• Katsuyuki Konishi (Tengen Uzui)
• Kengo Kawanishi (Muichiro Tokito)
• Saori Hayami (Shinobu Kocho)
• Kana Hanazawa (Mitsuri Kanroji)
• Kenichi Suzumura (Obanai Iguro)
• Tomokazu Seki (Sanemi Shinazugawa)
• Tomokazu Sugita (Gyomei Himejima)

Event Details:

• Date: May 4, 2025 (Sunday, Public Holiday)
• Venue: Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall

Newly Released Key Visual & Merchandise

A brand-new key visual for the event has also been revealed. The visual will be featured as part of the exclusive A5-size Character Fine Book, which will be included as a bonus for S Seat ticket holders with special goods.

The fastest pre-sale application deadline is March 9, 2025 (Sunday) at 23:59 JST. You can see the key visual below.

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Ticket Information

Both events require lottery-based pre-sale tickets, with prices varying by seating categories. The fastest pre-sale Deadline is March 9, 2025 (Sunday) at 23:59. You can follow the official website for more details on both events.

Conclusion

The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba orchestra concert and live performance will both give fans a chance to experience the Hashira Training Arc in a fun way. Its May release date aligns perfectly to build hype for the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Train Castle Arc, which is set to premiere in Japan on July 18. Crunchyroll recently announced the international release dates and available countries as well.

Source: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Official Website
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