Demon Slayer has captured the hearts of anime enthusiasts worldwide with its captivating story and breathtaking visuals. One aspect that adds depth and allure to the series is its vivid and mesmerizing locations. From hauntingly beautiful forests to mountainous peaks and bustling cities, Demon Slayer immerses its viewers in a world teeming with both danger and wonder.
Fans can explore the visually stunning landscape and discover the piece of lore that each of them holds. Here are some of the most iconic locations in the anime, exploring their significance in the narrative and their impact on the overall outlook of the series.
9 Mount Natagumo
This iconic mountain covered in thick trees and spider webs served as the home to Rui, the Lower Moon Five, and his spider demon family. Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and Inosuke were sent there to investigate the presence of demons in the area. The battle that ensued between them and the demon family served as their first real encounter with the possibility of death.
It served as the location for some of the most iconic scenes in the anime, like the fight between Zenitsu and the Son Spider Demon Son where he used the Thunder Clap and Flash move, and when the Water Hashira, Tomioka Giyu, stunned the anime world by using the never-seen-before Eleventh Form of Water Breathing to decapitate the Father Spider Demon.
8 The Butterfly Mansion
The Butterfly Mansion is the residence of the Insect Hashira Shinobu Kocho and her assistants, it is also often used as an infirmary for injured Demon Slayers. Its architectural beauty and tranquil surroundings create a sense of serenity and sanctuary amidst the chaos of the demon-infested world. Its graceful design, adorned with intricate details and lush gardens reflects the refinement of Shinobu.
Tanjiro, Inosuke, and Zenitsu were sent to recover there after their near-death experience with the Spider Demon Family. It also served as a place of great character development and intense training for the trio because they realized they had a lot to do before they could compete with the strongest demons.
7 Mount Kumotori
The house of Yoriichi Tsugukuni, the greatest Demon Slayer ever, and his wife, Uta, was located atop this mountain before Uta was killed by a demon. He abandoned the house and returned years later only to find Sumiyoshi and Suyako Kamado living in the same house. He befriended them, gave them his Hanafuda earrings and taught them the Sun breathing style, and told them to pass it down to their descendants.
The Kamado family continued to live at Mt. Kumotori for generations until Muzan attacked and killed Tamjiro’s family and turned Nezuko into a demon, causing Tanjiro to leave with Nezuko in search of revenge and a cure.
6 Asakusa
The lively atmosphere of Asakusa adds depth and authenticity to the series. Its busy streets are filled with merchants, street performers, and cars of carriages, a breath of fresh air compared to the village out in the boonies that Tanjiro is used to.
Asakusa serves as a setting for important narrative development in this series. It is in this district that the protagonist Tanjiro first encounters Muzan, who lived there for many years with his wife and daughter. Tanjiro threatens him, which puts a target on his back. He experiences fighting against demons with Blood Demon Arts and encounters Tamayo and Yushiro for the first time.
5 Mount Fujikasane
This is the mountain used by the Demon Slayer Corps for its extremely dangerous Final Selection Exams, where people who have trained to become Demon Slayers have to survive and prove themselves to be recognized as official Demon Slayers.
The mountain is covered in Wisteria flowers which are well known to be poisonous to demons, and they bloom every season from the foot of the mountain to its slope. Mount Fujikasane represents a challenging and transformative journey for the young Demon Slayers. As they ascend its treacherous slope, they face physical and emotional trials pushing the limits of their abilities and resolve.
4 The Swordsmith Village
The Swordsmith Village is the main location of the Swordsmith Village Arc which involves Hantengu, The Upper Moon Four, and Gyokko, The Upper Moon Five. It is a very secretive village located in a dense forest. The village is one of the most important Demon Slayer locations because that’s where the swordsmiths who forge nichirin blades reside and carry out all their duties. Even Demon Slayers have no idea where the exact location is, and if they wish to travel there must do so blindfolded.
The village is characterized by an idyllic setting, nestled amid lush forests, reflecting the harmony between nature and the craftsmanship practiced within its borders. There are various foundries and workshops filled with workers who wear a hyottoko mask at all times to conceal their true identities.
3 The Entertainment District
The Entertainment District captivated viewers with its vibrant atmosphere and rich cultural backdrop. The bustling district is known for its teahouses, theatre, and red-light district serves as a pivotal setting in the series, showcasing the diversity of the Demon Slayer world. It served as the backdrop for one of the most thrilling story arcs in the anime as the Demon Slayers investigate a string of mysterious disappearances.
The Entertainment District provides a stark contrast to the grim world of demon hunting, introducing elements of beauty, indulgence, and human desires, creating a captivating dichotomy. The extravagant architecture, colorful outfits, and lively crowds immerse the viewers in a visually stunning experience.
2 The Ubuyashiki Estate
This grand mansion is the residence of Ubuyashiki Kagaya, the leader of the Demon Slayer Corps; and it has been in the possession of the Ubuyashiki family for generations. In the beginning, when Muzan first walked the earth as a demon, the Ubuyashiki family gathered Demon Slayers in the Ubuyashiki mansion to fight back against the demons.
The Ubuyashiki mansion’s serene surroundings create a sense of prestige. The mansion serves as the hub for strategic planning, where key decisions are made and the Hashiras gather to discuss their next moves.
1 The Infinity Castle
The Infinity Castle serves as the location for the Infinity Castle arc and is the manifestation of the new Upper Moon Four, Nakime’s Blood Demon Art. It is an endless extra-dimensional space that serves as the base of operations for Kibutsuji Muzan. The castle and its very unique rooms and spaces were used as the battlefield for many notable fights in the final assault on the demons.
It has endless wooden rooms and moving hallways and corridors, it also has a warped sense of gravity which are all under the control of Nakime. It has a very unusual structure which defies all knowledge of physics.