Demon Slayer is the most popular manga and anime series written by ‘Koyoharu Gotuge’ who is a famous mangaka, Demon Slayer. The Demon Slayer Anime series is the top anime of all time. This is making us more curious about the demons and Hashira, how much power they have and how they can be so strong.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Millions of people around the world have already become fall in love with Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. The series revolves around Tanjiro Kamado, a kind hearted boy whose life takes a tragic turn when his family is brutally killed by a demon, and leave his younger sister Nezuko as only survivor, but unfortunately she turn into a demon. The series is filled with thrilling battles between demon slayers and Powerful Demon.
In the Series the most powerful are Hashira who are strongest of all Demon Slayer Corps. They are the strongest and most skilled Demon Slayers of all, with each Hashira having unique abilities and breathing styles.
So let’s get to know Hashira!
Table of Contents
Giyu Tomioka
Hashira Type – Water Hashira (水の呼吸, Mizu no Kokyū)
Giyu Tomioka is the Water Hashira, known for his stoic personality and exceptional swordsmanship. He uses the Water Breathing technique to deliver swift and fluid attacks.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | February 8th | ? |
| Father’s Name | ? | ? |
| Mother’s Name | ? | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin katana | A clear blue blade, symbolizing his calm and focus. |
| Element/Breathing Form | Water Breathing | Focusing on fluidity and adaptability |
Giyu Tomioka had a desire to face demon after seeing the terrible fate of his family at the hands of them. He is an important member of the Demon Slayer Corps because of his clam personality and strong determination.
Kyōjurō Rengoku
Hashira Type – Flame Hashira (炎の呼吸, Honō no Kokyū)
Kyojuro Rengoku, also known as the Flame Hashira, is known for his positive and energetic appearance, he is always willing to defend the defenseless and feels that what he believes is helpful.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | ? | ? |
| Father’s Name | ? | ? |
| Mother’s Name | ? | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin Sword | A blazing red blade, symbolizing his fiery determination |
| Element/Breathing Form | Flame Breathing | Emphasizing aggressive and powerful attacks |
Kyojuro Rengoku was born into a family of Flame Hashira, and his mother, Ruka Rengoku taught him the importance of justice and duty. His father, who was once a powerful Hashira, was Disapproving, but Rengoku Kyojuro continued to train diligently, earning his palce as one of the strogest members of Demon Slayer Cop’s.
Shinobu Kocho
Hashira Type – Insect Hashira (蟲の呼吸, Mushi no Kokyū)
Shinobu Kocho is one of the Hashira of current time, Shinobu is the Insect Hashira, known for her cheerful personality and mastery over poisons. Her Insect Breath technique can poison demons to death with its venom.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | ? | ? |
| Father’s Name | ? | ? |
| Mother’s Name | ? | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin Sword | A delicate, needle-like blade for precise strikes |
| Element/Breathing Form | Insect Breathing Wisteria Poison | Poison derived from wisteria flowers for lethal effects |
Shinobu’s older sister, Kanae, was also a Hashira, but unfortunately she was killed by an Upper Moon Demon known as Doma (Upper Moon Second). After her sister’s death, she made up her mind to kill that demon who killed her sister. She trained hard and become one of the Hashira. His breathing technique is weaker then other Hashira and she is not that powerful, but still her agility and intelligence, making her a formidable opponent against demons.
Tengen Uzui
Hashira Type – Sound Hashira (音の呼吸, Oto no Kokyū)
Tengen Uzui is the Sound Hashira, known for his flamboyant personality and use of explosive sound techniques. His sound breathing technique creates devastating shock waves.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | ? | ? |
| Father’s Name | ? | ? |
| Mother’s Name | ? | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin Sword | ? |
| Element/Breathing Form | Sound Breathing Sound Techniques | Techniques that utilize sound waves for offense and defense |
Tengen come from a shinobi clan and is also a ninja, and has a background in the ninja arts, applying his ninja techniques to his demon slaying techniques as well. Tengen plays a key role in the Entertainment District arc of the story, where he faces off against the powerful Upper Moon Demons, Daki and Gyutaro.
Mistsuri Kanroji
Hashira Type – Love Hashira (恋の呼吸, Koi no Kokyū)
Miststuri kanroji is the Love Hashira, she konwn for his kind and gentle nature, she often appears naive and childish. However, she possesses immense strength and determination. Mistusri play a crucial role in the series, her character development and interactions with other characters add depth to the story in Demon Slayer.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | June 1st | ? |
| Father’s Name | ? | ? |
| Mother’s Name | ? | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin Sword Flail | A vibrant pink blade, symbolizing her passion and love A chain weapon adorned with heart-shaped weights |
| Element/Breathing Form | Love Breathing | Focusing on emotional connection and powerful strikes |
Mitsuri’s immense physical strength is hidden behind her gentle and loving personality. Her desire to find love and acceptance drives her to protect humanity with all her might. Mistusri play a crucial role in the series, her character development and interactions with other characters add depth to the story in Demon Slayer.
Muichiro Tokito
Hashira Type – Mist Hashira (霞の呼吸, Kasumi no Kokyū)
Muichiro Tokito is the Mist Hashira, known for his kind and forgetful nature. His Mist Breathing technique masks his movements, making him elusive and unpredictable.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | August 8th | ? |
| Father’s Name | ? | ? |
| Mother’s Name | ? | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin Sword | A pale blue blade, symbolizing his calm and elusive nature. |
| Element/Breathing Form | Mist Breathing | Creating illusions and disorienting opponents |
Muichiro Tokito is the Mist Hashira, one of the most powerful demon slayers in the crops. He become a Hashira at an incredibly young age, Showcasing his immense talent. He lost his memories due to a traumatic event, that make him more interesting in the series. he is expert in the Mist Breathing technique, which allows him to create illusions and confuse his opponents.
Gyomei Himejima
Hashira Type – Stone Hashira (岩の呼吸, Iwa no Kokyū)
Gyomei Himejima is the Stone Hashira, he is the Strogest Hashira of current time, his known for his imposing presence and immense physical strength. His Stone Breathing technique uses the power of the earth to crush the demon.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | August 23th | ? |
| Father’s Name | ? | ? |
| Mother’s Name | ? | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin Axe | A massive axe with a stone-like blade for devastating strikes |
| Element/Breathing Form | Stone Breathing | Emphasizing defense and counterattacks |
Gyomei is known for his immense strength and his mastery over the stone breathing, a style that harnesses the power of earth and stone in battle. His weapon Nichirin Axe has a massive blade (stone-like), symbolizing his incredible physical prowess and ability to unleash devastating attacks against demons.
He is gentle kind soul, driven by a deep sense of justice and protecting the innocent. Gyomei cannot see but has good sense, good and evil. Gyomei’s unwavering dedication and selfless sacrifice make him a respected leader with the Demon Slayer Corps.
Sanemi Shinazugawa
Hashira Type – Wind Hashira (風の呼吸, Kaze no Kokyū)
Sanemi Shinazugawa is the Wind Hashira, his character in demon slayer, his attitude make his personality aggressive and hot temper. His wind breathing technique make powerful and cutting winds.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | November 29th | ? |
| Father’s Name | Kyogo Shinazugawa | ? |
| Mother’s Name | Shizu Shinazugawa | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin Sword | A sharp, silver blade, symbolizing his swift and fierce attacks |
| Element/Breathing Form | Wind Breathing Handguards | Prioritizing speed and precision Armored handguards for close combat defense |
Sanemi Shinazugawa is the wind Hashira, known for his aggressive and ruthless personality in the Demon Slayer Corps. He has mastered Wind Breathing Technique which allows him to deliver fast and powerful attacks, making him a formidable opponent for demons. Despite his stoic exterior, Sanemi’s dedication to defeating demons and protecting humanity is unwavering, making him both feared and respected among his demon slayer corps members.
Obanai Iguro
Hashira Type – Serpent Hashira (蛇の呼吸, Hebi no Kokyū)
Obanai Iguro is the Serpent Hashira, known for his clam and serious nature. His Mysterious and enigmatic personality make him stand out from others. His pet snake makes good and deadly combination when he fights.
| Attribute | Details | Description |
| Birth Date | September 15th | ? |
| Father’s Name | ? | ? |
| Mother’s Name | ? | ? |
| Weapon | Nichirin Sword | ? |
| Element/Breathing Form | Serpent Breathing | Utilizing swift and agile attacks |
Obanai’s life has been full of challenges. He has a Tragic Past and Complex Personality. He grow up in brutal environment, he developed a strong survival instinct and a distrustful nature. He many have an aggressive behavior, but inside he is incredibly compassionate and devoted, especially to the people he loves. The relationship between Obanai and Mitsuri is a fascinating contrast. Her upbeat attitude and his reserved nature make a strong friendship based on respect and understanding.
Conclusion
Each Hashira has unique abilities, fighting styles, weapons, and personal backgrounds that make them to fight against the demons. Not only are they hashira, but they also have complex histories that motivate them to fight.