TV series · 2019 · Tokyo MX
Is Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on the manga Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba by Koyoharu Gotōge (2016).
The TV series premiered in 2019 on Tokyo MX.
The manga behind Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Manga by Koyoharu Gotōge · first published 2016 · dark fantasy, adventure anime and manga, supernatural anime and manga
Other adaptations of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train (film, 2020)
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle (film, 2025)
Common questions
Is Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba based on a book?
Yes. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on the manga Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba by Koyoharu Gotōge (2016).
Who wrote the book Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on?
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba was written by Koyoharu Gotōge and first published in 2016.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.