Fuji TV claims that Kimetsu no Yaiba season 2 will not be censored

You can say that the anticipation for the second season of Kimetsu no Yaiba It’s bigger than any other television anime lately. Even almost a year after the premiere of Kimetsu no Yaiba: Mugen Ressha-henThe latest production in the franchise, the craze for the series in Japan, has not diminished a bit.

But even if the high audience numbers seem to be a sure thing Kimetsu no Yaiba: Yuukaku-hen, the official name for the second season, some concerns have been expressed among fans of the manga’s original material. It turns out that “Yuukaku“Translated more precisely than”Pleasure neighborhood“Or”Red light districtHistorically, the Yuukaku were Japan’s neighborhoods where brothels and prostitution were legal, and the portion of the original manga that will cover season two of Kimetsu no Yaiba it takes place in exactly such a district.

While it’s not the only demographic in the series, Kimetsu no Yaiba It is very popular with school-age children in Japan. For this reason, Japanese fans are wondering whether the setting and the plot have been modified for the anime adaptation of this arc. It is true that the protagonist Tanjirou and his companions venture into the red light district to face the demons there, not to seek pleasure. However, the story is still set in a red light district, and it could be argued that this is an inappropriate setting for an anime that many young children no doubt want to see.

However, it seems older fans can rest assured. During a monthly press conference, Yuriko Nakamura, Head of Programming at Fuji TV, which will air the second season of Kimetsu no Yaibaif changes should be made and with: «The content of season two of Kimetsu no Yiaba has had the usual ratings, but we intend to send it without changes. Thanks to the joint efforts of Shueisha, Aniplex and Ufotable, we are able to broadcast a series that has become a social phenomenon and is so well received by viewers. It’s inspiring, and I think we fulfilled our role as television broadcasters by bringing the show to viewers.».

Summary of Kimetsu no Yaiba

Tanjirou Kamado lives with his impoverished family on a remote mountain. As an older brother, he took on responsibility for the livelihood of his family after the death of his father. On a cold winter day, he goes to the village to sell charcoal. At dusk, he must spend the night in the house of a curious person who warns him of strange creatures that roam the night: malevolent demons who yearn for human flesh. When he finally gets home, Tanjirou’s worst nightmare comes true. His entire family was brutally murdered, with the exception of his sister Nezuko, who has turned into a carnivorous demon. Full of hatred and desperation, Tanjirou tries desperately to stop Nezuko from attacking other people.

Source: Oricon news

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