While season 1 of the anime ended in apotheosis in September 2019, the manga Demon Slayer explodes all records in the land of the rising sun. This is partly thanks to the film: The Infinity Train, released this year. Nothing suggested such success for the manga. Focus on one of the best shonen of recent years.
An already cult anime
It's hard to miss the Kimetsu no Yaiba phenomenon. Released in 2019 and directed by the studio Ufotable (behind the Fate saga), the anime has directly registered as one of the biggest releases of 2019. Alongside Dr Stone, Vinland Saga and Fire Force, Demon Slayer is one of the 4 big new releases of 2019. Still, nothing guaranteed the anime such success. Indeed, the manga was released in 2016 in Japan and was very little known in the West. The "traditional Japan" side of the anime, a main character carrying in his heart values common to all nekketsu heroes, but especially breathtaking fights. The anime is full of quality and all these elements make it a staple of Shonen. 
The Infinity Train: Record Film
If the anime adaptation allowed the paper manga to gain a revival of popularity, in Japan and internationally, the film has definitely installed it at the top! A real hit, the film explodes all records at the Japanese box office. With no less than 22 million admissions, the film ranks 3rd among the most admissions films in Japan, surpassing another very popular Japanese animated film: Your Name. However, to dislodge the first place, it will be necessary to flirt with a certain Chihiro. Only one prerogative before seeing the film: Having seen the first season of Demon Slayer because, indeed, the train of infinity is the direct continuation of the anime and begins the arc with the pillar of fire Rengoku. A very nice strategy on the part of the studio because it kills two birds with one stone. The fact that it is necessary to see season 1 first before the film makes it possible to increase the figures of both works. Sly! 
In addition, as you know, the year 2020 is rather chaotic because of the health crisis we are currently experiencing. Many industries are suffering because of regulations that require the closure of premises. In particular, cinema. When we know the current situation, such figures are almost contradictory but nevertheless very real. It's a fact, Kimetsu No Yaiba: The Infinity Train brought the crowds back to the dark rooms despite the virus. It also proves the Japanese craze for animated films, much more than for Hollywood blockbusters. The Infinity Train generated more money than Christopher Nolan's Tenet, which was heralded, all too often, as the "savior of cinema."
Demon Slayer in front of One Piece!
Of all the records, this one is undoubtedly the most indicative of Demon Slayer's success. Whether in cinema, anime, manga or even novel, the work frightens the counters. The company Oricon, a Japanese company that lists the number of sales of books, manga, dvd since 2008, has published the figures of the best-selling manga in 2020. You will understand, on the throne seat Demon Slayer with 82 million manga sold during the year 2020. This staggering figure is even more impressive when compared with its dolphin Kingdom. Despite the upsurge of Kingdom, he does not even get to the ankle of the first. Indeed, during the year 2020, Kingdom sold "only" 8 million units. 10 times less than the adventures of Tanjiro. 
However, the feat is elsewhere. The 3rd of this top is One Piece. Luffy's epic is only at the foot of the podium with some 7 million volumes sold in 2020. Let's put things in context, One Piece is surely the most popular manga right now. In addition, it is also the best-selling manga in the world. Since 2009, it trusts every year, the first place of the best-selling manga. Who would have thought that a manga released in 2016 would take the first place in this way? Nevertheless, the fact that Oda took a lot of breaks due to health problems may justify, in part, this 3rd place. Finished in 22 volumes, one wonders when the meteoric rise of Demon Slayer will end. For now, everything is successful for Koyoharu Gotouge and his work. A well-managed strategy for between the release of the film, the novel, everything is planned to keep some attention around Demon Slayer. In France, fans are eagerly awaiting the continuation of the adventures of the slayers. Unfortunately, due to the health crisis, the film is not ready to be available. However, Wakanim assures to be on the spot and plans a release soon. Why not opt for an output on the streaming platform? A very good way to get around the crisis and the closure of theaters. While waiting for the release of the film in Europe, you can always console yourself by watching the trailer right here !
