Demon Slayer Season 4 (Hashira Training Arc) Review: Power, Growth & What Comes Next

Hello anime fans, today we are reviewing the first episode of the fourth season of the Demon Slayer franchise, Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc. I’m not going to review every episode of this season, but I wanted to review the first one so you can decide whether this season is worth watching or not.

Although, by the time this blog is posted, many of you may have already watched the episode. So make sure to comment below and share your thoughts about it!

Before we jump into Demon Slayer Season 4, let’s quickly look back at the previous seasons of the series.

So far, we have received three seasons of Demon Slayer along with one movie, and honestly, every single season has been amazing. The animation, storytelling, background music, emotional moments, and visual quality are on another level. Because of this, many anime fans and media outlets now consider Demon Slayer one of the biggest anime franchises of this decade.

Yes, Demon Slayer Season 4 is out now and you can watch it on Crunchyroll.

So, let’s get started! I’m going to compare this episode with the first episodes from the previous seasons.

Incredible Animation

I’ve already read the complete manga, but every time I watch the anime, I honestly wish every anime series had this level of animation quality.

The animation in Demon Slayer is considered one of the best in the entire anime industry. Every season makes fans think, “This can’t get any better,” but somehow Ufotable always manages to surprise us with even more impressive visuals in the next season.

The lighting effects, fight choreography, camera movement, and breathing technique animations are simply beautiful to watch.

Amazing Storytelling And Attention To Detail

One thing I really respect about the Demon Slayer anime staff is how much attention they give to even the smallest details.

Honestly, it feels like the animators and directors don’t even think about budget because they work so carefully on scenes that many other anime studios would normally ignore.

For example, in Demon Slayer Season 2, during the Entertainment District Arc, there was a scene where Nezuko healed Tengen Uzui after the battle. In that scene, fans noticed that Nezuko was only wearing one sandal because her leg had previously been cut off during the fight and later regenerated.

What’s crazy is that this happened several episodes earlier, yet the animators still remembered to include that small detail. My friend pointed it out to me, and after checking it myself, I realized it was actually true.

That level of detail is one of the reasons why Demon Slayer feels so special compared to many other anime.

Big Impact of the The First Episode

Here Is Demon Slayer Season 4 Trailer

Anime Posters Look Incredible

Another thing I love about Demon Slayer is its anime posters and promotional visuals.

Compared to many other anime series, Demon Slayer posters always look extremely attractive and detailed. If you carefully look at them, you can often notice hidden hints, character emotions, and visual storytelling connected to the arc.

How Many Episodes Will Demon Slayer Season 4 Have?

It has officially been confirmed that Demon Slayer Season 4 will have only 8 episodes.

This season mainly focuses on the Hashira Training Arc, where the Hashira train Tanjiro and the other Demon Slayer Corps members to prepare for the upcoming battles.

Because of this, fans should expect more character interactions, training moments, and emotional development before the final major battles begin.