Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Wins Japan Academy Film Prize

At the 49th Japan Academy Film Prize ceremony in Tokyo, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle – Part 1: Akaza Returns secured the prestigious Best Animated Film award.

Produced by the renowned studio ufotable and directed by Haruo Sotozaki, this film marks the beginning of a theatrical trilogy depicting the series' final arc.

Beyond the top award, the ufotable digital imaging team received the Creative Contribution Award for their technical brilliance.

This win confirms Demon Slayer’s position as a global cultural phenomenon, having already achieved success at the Saturn Awards and nominations from the Golden Globes.

As the trilogy progresses, the Infinity Castle arc is cementing its legacy as a cinematic conclusion to Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga.

Despite strong competition from films like Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc and Detective Conan: One-eyed Flashback, Demon Slayer continues its dominant run in both commercial popularity and critical recognition.