Episode 19
Hinokami
Aug 17, 2019
9.9 Rating
Arc: Mount Natagumo Arc
Episode Overview
Arguably the most acclaimed episode of the entire series. Tanjiro accesses a forgotten family breathing technique — Hinokami Kagura — during a desperate battle and the resulting animation sequence, set to a haunting musical theme, represents a peak of television animation.
What Fans Think
Episode 19 is one of the most discussed and celebrated episodes in modern anime. The Hinokami Kagura sequence generated viral reaction videos worldwide and single-handedly introduced millions of new viewers to the series.
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