Demon Slayer Episode 2 Sparks Buzz as Hikaru Midorikawa Voices a Minor Demon “Tutorial Demon?” Fans React

The Demon Slayer Episode 2 rebroadcast in Japan is drawing attention, especially for its unexpected voice casting that has sparked lively fan reactions online. The TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is currently being rebroadcast in Japan, and on April 12, Episode 2 of the “Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc,” titled “Trainer Sakonji Urokodaki,” aired on Fuji TV.

Hikaru Midorikawa Cast as a Minor Demon Draws Attention

In Episode 2, Tanjiro Kamado, guided by Giyu Tomioka, heads toward Mount Sagiri together with his sister Nezuko, who has been turned into a demon. During their nighttime journey, Tanjiro catches the scent of blood coming from a temple. Thinking someone might be injured, he rushes inside only to find a man-eating demon.

Suddenly attacked, Tanjiro fights back with his axe but is quickly overwhelmed by the demon’s sheer strength and pinned down. Just as the demon is about to deliver the final blow, help arrives.

The demon lurking in the temple is voiced by Hikaru Midorikawa, a well known and highly respected voice actor. His casting for such a minor role immediately caught viewers off guard, leading to a wave of humorous and surprised reactions across social media.

Fans commented:

“Wait, that was Hikaru Midorikawa? I was shocked.”
“They cast Midorikawa for a random minor demon?”
“He could easily voice a Hashira, but instead he’s a tutorial demon.”
“Using such a big name for a small role is amazing, honestly.”
“A low level demon with Midorikawa’s voice… what is even happening?”

The contrast between Midorikawa’s reputation and the relatively minor role created a unique moment that fans found both amusing and memorable, turning what might have been a simple early episode encounter into a standout talking point.

Source : ORICON NEWS