While no late series can liken toDemon Slayer ’s point of succeeder and influence in term of shock on the industry , this does n’t mean that watcher ca n’t find compelling anime to learn after finishing Ufotable ’s adaptation . Fortunately , there are several Zanzibar copal that not only share standardized thematics withDemon Slayerbut are also equally enjoyable , allow viewers to pleasingly watch while wait for the premiere of theanticipatedInfinite Castletrilogy film .

Just likeDemon Slayer ’s author has revealed that the chronicle wasinspired by iconic series likeBleach , Naruto , andJoJo , and buff can easily give chase their similarities , some animes share many component with Koyoharu Gotouge ’s narration . Either because of the characters ’ setting , worldbuilding , or having a katana - wielding champion fighting some devil creature , these anime are a must - watch for every fan ofDemon Slayer .

10Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku

Based on the Manga by Yuji Kaku

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Hell ’s Paradise deliver a agonizing narrative coif in the Edo period , following condemned ninja Gabimaru and executioner Yamada Asaemon Sagiri as they journey to a mysterious island in hunt of the philosopher’s stone of immortality , face monstrous creatures and moral dilemma along the way .

While it is far from resemblingDemon Slayerin term of tale , Hell ’s Paradiseis a keen option for any non-white shōnen fan , and viewers will sure as shooting find Gabimaru ’s journey exciting , since he fight back to depend for the elixir of immortality and go back to his normal animation , which recalls the way the Kamado brothers slay demons to find a therapeutic and twist Nezuko human again . This way , in their long mission , Tanjiro and Gabimaru participate in legion stunning battles that invite viewer to meditate on human values .

what is more , the conflict inHell ’s Paradisealso highlighting unlike forms of blade skillsfrom the Yamada Asaemon clan members , and very much like Nezuko and Tanjiro ’s endearing sibling human relationship , the blossom forth partnering of Gabimaru and Sagiri showcases many instance where they value and protect each other in struggle .

Demon Slayer’s Tanjiro, crying in the Mugen Train film.

9The Elusive Samurai

Based on the Manga by Yusei Matsui

The Elusive Samurai is set during the Kenmu Restoration between the Kamakura and Muromachi period . It follows Hojo Tokiyuki , a young male child whose kinsperson is overthrown by Ashikaga Takauji . Accompanied by a priest and his follower , he seeks revenge using his sinful abilities to evade gaining control .

One Zanzibar copal whose first appearance is interchangeable toDemon SlayerisThe Elusive Samurai , as both serial publication are set in a diachronic Japanese period ( Taisho Era and Kamakura Period ) , though Tanjiro ’s fib takes place several hundred years after , and also , just like the Kamado Family minus Nezuko , Tokiyuki ’s family and kin group are brutally slaughtered . This path , both characters , despite having unlike motivations — Tanjiro curing Nezuko and Tokiyuki restoring his honor — are drive by their desire for justice and retaliation and must look enemies much more grievous than themselves .

AlthoughDemon Slayeris a dark fantasy focused on the eradication of ogre , whileThe Elusive Samuraiis found on the fight between Japanese historic figures , the latter not only let in paranormal elements and many tragic situation but also features enemies who are just as viciously malevolent and with a desire for power as demons . moreover , The Elusive Samuraishowcases spectacular activeness enhanced by some of the unspoiled liveliness the medium has to volunteer , which make it the perfect anime for those who missDemon Slayer .

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8Jujutsu Kaisen

Based on the Manga by Gege Akutami

Jujutsu Kaisen is a supernatural action at law anime that observe mellow schooling student Yuuji Itadori as he battle against wizardly curses . After Yuji altruistically save a class fellow by taking a curse into his own body , he is discovered and trained by a powerful sorcerer cite Satoru Gojo . Gojo , who also happens to be a faculty appendage at a high school , enrolls Yuji there to facilitate him and other students fix themselves against the supernatural force-out that plague manhood .

One of the seriesDemon Slayershares similarities with is undoubtedlyJujutsu Kaisen . Even thoughJujutsu Kaisenis set in a innovative time , both Zanzibar copal centre on supernatural themes , showcasing intense battles against evil beings . The Demon Slayer Corps member want to shoot down the Twelve Moons as they strive to eliminate the strongest monster , Muzan , while inJujutsu Kaisen , thaumaturgist struggle curses and collect Sukuna ’s fingers to vote out him , who is considered the King of curses .

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Nezuko and Tanjiro from Demon Slayer

Deaths are ineluctable in Demon Slayer , as characters constantly fight for their liveliness . Some deaths are sad than others , though .

In both cases , the protagonists , Tanjiro and Yuji , join an organization responsible for combat and exterminating those entities that threaten humanity , which are bear from the care , hatred , and negative emotions of humans . Moreover , both animes have a tragic pure tone despite having comedy element , as expiry is a central composition , since the grapheme confront constant threats and have to overcome the deaths of companions who give themselves for the case .

7Attack on Titan

Based on the Manga by Hajime Isayama

free-base on the manga , Attack on Titan is a dark - action fantasy series set in a world where humanity has been corralled into walled cities from fear of monstrous human - eating Titans that exist outside of them . When protagonist Eren Yeager ’s female parent is killed in front of his eye at a unseasoned age , his thirst for vengeance lead him to fall in an elect group of soldiers create to fight back against the Titan threat .

Despite birth completely different premises , Attack of TitanandDemon Slayerboth submit an organisation whose members have unlike ranksand with the sole objective lens of eradicating human - eater freak . The Demon Slayer Corps goal is to eliminate Muzan Kibutsuji and the demons he creates , and the Survey Corps protects human race on the wall from the titan ’s scourge .

Additionally , the supporter ’ journeying embark on fairly likewise , since being affect by a family tragedy propel them on a path of revenge , Tanjiro ’s family is killed by Muzan and after find his mommy being devoured , Eren swear to vote down every titan . Also , the foe in both serial have regenerative ability , and the way to kill them is like . But the chief aspect thatDemon Slayer ’s fans will find appealing inAttack on Titanis the upsetting quality of the series and the highlight of intense fights and sacrifices for the interest of a missionary station .

Tanjiro from demon slayer with Hyakkimaru (Dororo) and Tokiyuki (The Elusive Samurai)

6Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Based on the Manga by Hiromu Arakawa

Fullmetal Alchemist : Brotherhood follow brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric who use alchemy in a quest to reinstate their soundbox after a fail transmutation . The serial explores themes of sacrifice , the effect of ambitiousness , and the quest for truth in a high develop earthly concern .

Even thoughFullmetal Alchemist : Brotherhooddoesn’t have demons but other supernatural creature , its most notable law of similarity withDemon Slayeris the relationship of Edward Elric with his brother Alphonse , since both anime take after the account of brother whose change of circumstances catch them in a muff - up difference of opinion .

InDemon Slayer , Nezuko is forcefully turned into a demon , and inFMAB , Alphonse ends up trapped in medieval - style armor , making both brothers set out searching for a way to revert them to their normal soundbox . In this way , both Zanzibar copal show strong familial relationships whose unbreakable trammel is proved by how they support and protect each other in every situation . Both series also include a enceinte deal of humorby introducing hilarious ally for Tanjito and Ed , which aid balance the most aroused moments in the tale .

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Hell’s Paradise delivers a harrowing narrative set in the Edo period, following condemned ninja Gabimaru and executioner Yamada Asaemon Sagiri as they journey to a mysterious island in search of the elixir of immortality, facing monstrous creatures and moral dilemmas along the way.

5Seraph of the End

Based on the Manga Written by Takaya Kagami and Illustrated By Yamato Yamamoto

Seraph of the End is a dark phantasy anime serial depict a post - apocalyptical world where a mystical virus has nearly wiped out humanness , and the subsister are enslave by vampire , focusing on a young boy ’s quest for vengeance .

The comparisons betweenSeraph of the EndandDemon Slayerare inevitable because of their introduction fill with disaster and also for presenting an organization at warfare for the rice beer of humanity . Like inDemon Slayer , Seraph of the Endfollows a existence inhabited by supernatural animal ( demons / lamia ) and admirer who become orphan like Tanjiro and Nezuko .

Also , both Yuichiro Hyakuya and Mikaela share a sib - like relationship , but only one of them ends up being saved by the Japanese Imperial Demon Army . Yuichiro ’s desire to take revenge on those who defeat his family drive him to join the Moon Demon Company , a group dedicated to killing the lamia who use weapon specifically designed to exterminate them . Additionally , Seraph of the Endhas a in high spirits - quality adaptation , interesting characters , and intriguing twists , which makes it a large shōnen struggle anime .

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4Blue Exorcist

Based on the Manga by Kazue Kato

Blue Exorcist is an anime serial that follows Rin Okumura , a teen discovering he is the son of Satan . Determined to challenge his demonic inheritance , Rin enrolls at True Cross Academy to become an exorciser and protect the world from hellish forces . The show explores themes of identity , family , and the battle between trade good and iniquity with a mixture of action at law and supernatural chemical element .

InBlue Exorcist , the demon musical theme is also the central gunpoint , like inDemon Slayer , with the protagonist having a more direct connexion , since Rin Okumura and his comrade are none other than the fry of Satan . However , despite this fact , the brothers share the same goal as Tanjiro : take retaliation and put an death to the existence of the demons that threaten human race .

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The Elusive Samurai

The Elusive Samurai is set during the Kenmu Restoration between the Kamakura and Muromachi periods. It follows Hojo Tokiyuki, a young boy whose family is overthrown by Ashikaga Takauji. Accompanied by a priest and his followers, he seeks revenge using his extraordinary abilities to evade capture.

This path , Rin shares a lot of law of similarity with Tanjiro , since he and his brother joined an exorcist ’s establishment to kill these demons , share a strong shackle that make them protect each other , and he also utilise a sword to struggle and has a kind , lively , and up-and-coming personality . This anime is one of themost underrated shōnen , partly because of its early adaptation , which err from the original report ; however , asBlue Exorcistrecently free a third time of year , now is the best chance to start out it .

3Inuyasha

Based on the Manga by Rumiko Takahashi

LikeDemon Slayer , Inuyashaalso read place in a feudalistic world where active demons endanger humans , borrowing many aspects of Nipponese folklore . These ogre are also create by a scoundrel , which helps highlight the humanity within these wight , similar to howDemon Slayer does by present their excited backstories .

Moreover , both major villains , Muzan and Naraku , are similar in presence and personality , calculate with strong henchmen who follow their guild . Though , Demon Slayeris far more drab and tragic thanInuyasha , where romance has greater relevance ; they have in common the struggle of get by with a demonic condition , since Inuyasha is a half - fiend and he fights his privileged nature just like Nezuko does to protect Tanjiro and safeguard her remaining man . Inuyashais a timeless classic and a must - watch serial for those wanting to find the best anime about fighint demon .

2Dororo

Based on the Manga by Osamu Tezuka

Dororo ( 2019 ) is a Japanese gum anime series ground on Osamu Tezuka ’s authoritative manga . lay out in the Sengoku full point , it follow the journey of Hyakkimaru , a untested samurai whose body contribution were sacrifice to demons by his Padre in exchange for power , and Dororo , a young thief . Together , they seek to recoup Hyakkimaru ’s stolen organic structure parts by defeating the demon that possess them .

Dororois one of the well testimonial for those wanting to love an gum anime likeDemon Slayer , not only because Hyakkimaru faces unholy entity during a historic Japanese menstruum , but also because of its stunning animation and conflict stage dancing .

Although both protagonists begin fighting with demons to recuperate something , the evolution of both news report give way more importance to the human connective formed in times of suffering , represent in Tanjiro , whose new friends become like a found class , and Hyakkimaru , who find out company in Dororo . Even thoughDemon Slayeris miles off fromDororo ’s ruthless delegacy of warfare and the most horrific part of the human experimental condition , spectator craving a run aground , self - contained gum anime will line up Osamu Tezuka ’s masterful fib more than enjoyable .

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Jujutsu Kaisen is a supernatural action anime that follows high school student Yuuji Itadori as he battles against magical curses. After Yuji selflessly saves a classmate by taking a curse into his own body, he is discovered and trained by a powerful sorcerer named Satoru Gojo. Gojo, who also happens to be a faculty member at a high school, enrolls Yuji there to help him and other students prepare themselves against the supernatural forces that plague humanity.

1D-Gray Man

Based on the Manga by Katsura Hoshino

D. Gray - Manis an all-important classical gum anime that resemblesDemon Slayerin both its main plotline and villains . InD - Gray Man , Allen Walker joins the Black Order , an organisation that opposes the Millennium Earl , which has many law of similarity with Muzan , not only because they both make supernatural beast , the Akuma and demons , but also in the groups guide by them , the Noah and the Twelve Moon .

However , what makesD. Gray - Mangreat is the ordered series ask in the fight , as the Earl possess keen influence , putting the whole reality in danger , making the stakes higher than inDemon Slayer , where Muzan only looks to extend to immortality . Despite its slower story and less dark tone , it ’s an sheer iconic reference in the medium , shape many series likeJujutsu Kaisen , makingD. Gray - Manan gum anime that every Demon Slayer fan will enjoy .

Demon Slayer : Kimetsu no Yaibais a wildly pop anime and manga franchise created by Koyoharu Gotouge . plant in Taishō - era Japan , it follows Tanjiro Kamado as he battles demons and look for a cure for his sister , Nezuko , who was turned into one . The franchise includes a manga , gum anime television series , films , television biz , and tailspin - offs . Known for its stunning spiritedness and gripping storyline , Demon Slayeris one of the highest - gross culture medium enfranchisement of all time .

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Based on the manga, Attack on Titan is a dark-action fantasy series set in a world where humanity has been corralled into walled cities from fear of monstrous human-eating Titans that exist outside of them. When protagonist Eren Yeager’s mother is killed in front of his eyes at a young age, his thirst for vengeance leads him to join an elite group of soldiers created to fight back against the Titan menace.

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood follows brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric who use alchemy in a quest to restore their bodies after a failed transmutation. The series explores themes of sacrifice, the consequences of ambition, and the quest for truth in a richly developed world.

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Seraph of the End is a dark fantasy anime series depicting a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious virus has nearly wiped out humanity, and the survivors are enslaved by vampires, focusing on a young boy’s quest for vengeance.

Blue Exorcist

Blue Exorcist is an anime series that follows Rin Okumura, a teenager discovering he is the son of Satan. Determined to challenge his demonic heritage, Rin enrolls at True Cross Academy to become an exorcist and protect the world from demonic forces. The show explores themes of identity, family, and the battle between good and evil with a mix of action and supernatural elements.

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Dororo (2019) is a Japanese anime series based on Osamu Tezuka’s classic manga. Set in the Sengoku period, it follows the journey of Hyakkimaru, a young samurai whose body parts were sacrificed to demons by his father in exchange for power, and Dororo, a young thief. Together, they seek to recover Hyakkimaru’s stolen body parts by defeating the demons that possess them.

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