Ep 19. Hinokami

Kamado Tanjiro, the protagonist of the Demon Slayer Kimetsu No Yaiba anime, has been fighting against the Kizuki demon family for many episodes. In the previous episodes, Tanjiro faced off against Enmu, Lower Moon One, and defeated him by unleashing his Hinokami Kagura Breath Style, which proved to be a secret technique taught to him by his father who was believed to be dead. In the Hinokami episode, Tanjiro continues this fight against the Kizuki demons, specifically against Upper Moon One Kokushibo.

The episode begins with a brief flashback of Kokushibo's past, revealing his origins as a human Samurai who had gained extraordinary strength through rigorous training and practice. When his younger brother brought disgrace upon their family by breaking the Samurai code, Kokushibo felt that it was his responsibility to avenge and restore his family's honor. He challenged his own brother and killed him, believing that it was the right thing to do.

The flashback ends as Tanjiro confronts Kokushibo, who is standing atop a cliff overlooking a vast landscape. Like all the Kizuki demons, Kokushibo possesses a unique and deadly ability that makes him almost invincible. He can manipulate his blood and turn his body into a unicorn-like creature, which makes him extremely agile and powerful. Tanjiro, on the other hand, is still recovering from his previous battle and is struggling to catch his breath.

The two engage in a fierce battle that spans several minutes, with both of them landing powerful blows on each other. Kokushibo is impressed by Tanjiro's skills and courage, but he still believes that he is no match for him. He taunts Tanjiro by reminding him of his dead family members, who were killed by demons. However, Tanjiro's resolve and determination prove to be stronger than Kokushibo's taunts.

As the battle intensifies, Tanjiro remembers his father's teachings about the Hinokami Kagura dance and decides to use it once again. He unleashes the power of fire and uses it to attack Kokushibo, who is caught off guard. This attack proves to be extremely effective, and Tanjiro gains the upper hand in the battle. However, Kokushibo is not one to be defeated easily. He uses his blood manipulation ability to create a powerful attack that almost kills Tanjiro.

Just when it seems like Tanjiro is about to be defeated, he recalls the memories of his family and their love for him. This gives him the strength to get back up and continue the fight. He unleashes one final attack, which is powerful enough to defeat Kokushibo and put an end to his reign of terror.

The Hinokami episode is one of the most intense and emotionally charged episodes of the Demon Slayer Kimetsu No Yaiba anime. It showcases the true power of Tanjiro's Hinokami Kagura dance and his unbreakable will and determination. The episode also provides glimpses into the past of Kokushibo, which helps the viewers to understand his motivations and his actions. Overall, the Hinokami episode is a must-watch for all fans of the Demon Slayer Kimetsu No Yaiba anime.