Exclusive Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arc merch to be sold at screenings in Japan
An extensive lineup of exclusive merchandise has been released to commemorate the theatrical premiere of the new film, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Infinity Castle Arc Part 1: Akaza’s Return.
The vast collection of goods became available for purchase at participating movie theaters across Japan yesterday, Friday, the 18th of July, coinciding with the film’s launch.
Fans viewing the film in Japan have also been able to pick up an exclusive Infinity Castle popcorn bucket from select cinemas.
Selling exclusive merchandise is a long-standing tradition for major film releases in Japan, with fans often lining up to purchase items available only at the cinemas.
The merchandise for the new Demon Slayer film is split into two main categories: a line produced by the film’s primary producer, Aniplex, and a separate, extensive collection from the animation studio, ufotable.
The Aniplex lineup includes a variety of different exclusive collectibles and accessories.
The full Aniplex collection is as follows:
- Official Film Pamphlet: Available in a Limited Edition hardcover (¥1,800) and a Standard Edition softcover (¥1,000), both with 56 pages of production notes and cast interviews.
- Random Can Badges (13 varieties): ¥500
- Acrylic Stands (13 varieties, including Tanjiro, Zenitsu, Inosuke, and the Hashira): ¥1,200 – ¥1,300 each
- Random Foil-Stamped Cards (13 varieties): ¥300
- Sticky Note Set: ¥1,100
- B5 Special Print Illustration Card (First Key Visual): ¥800
- B5 Clear Folder (First Key Visual): ¥500
- A4 Clear File (First Key Visual): ¥500
- Mini Folding Screen: ¥900
- Kocho Sisters Hairpin Clip Set: ¥1,200
- Nichirin Sword Metal Charms (Giyu Tomioka or Shinobu Kocho): ¥1,800 each
- “Yurafuwa” Mini Mini Plushies (14 varieties, including Tanjiro, Nezuko, Zenitsu, Inosuke, and the Hashira): ¥1,800 each
The animation studio ufotable has also released its own massive collection of merchandise, some of which features new, exclusive illustrations.
The full ufotable collection includes:
- Goods with New Illustrations (Tanjiro, Zenitsu, Giyu, or Shinobu versions):
- Acrylic Stands: ¥2,000 each
- A4 Clear Files: ¥400 each
- 75mm Displayable Can Badges: ¥800 each
- Muffler Towels: ¥2,000 each
- Key Visual Goods:
- Random Acrylic Stands (Set A or Set B, 9 random varieties each): ¥900
- Premium Poster: ¥2,900
- Can Badge Sets (Set A, B, or C): ¥2,500 – ¥3,500
- Movie Ticket-style Collection Cards (22 random varieties): ¥500
- Slide Acrylic Keyholders (13 varieties, including Tanjiro, the Hashira, and the Upper Rank Demons): ¥1,000 each
- Unique Collectibles:
- Infinity Cube: ¥2,000
- “Patapata” Fold-out Memo Pad: ¥1,400
- Code Clip Sets (Set A, B, or C): ¥1,900 each
- Comical Face Charms: ¥1,500
- Giyu Tomioka Wall Sticker: ¥1,500
- Reversible Eye Mask: ¥1,500
- Tanjiro & Giyu “Techitechi” Stand Set: ¥1,800
- Doma’s Iron Fan Thermo Mug: ¥3,400
- Doma’s Eye Aurora Pouch: ¥1,800
This comprehensive merchandise release offers a wide variety of commemorative items for fans attending the first chapter of the anime’s final arc.
It’s currently unknown as to whether the film’s international theatrical release will be accompanied by similar sales of merchandise within cinemas/theatres.
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