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"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba." Ufotable/Crunchyroll
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Demon Slayer is finally back, and we've got everything you need to know about the new arc. Below, we'll break down where to watch Demon Slayer, whether you're waiting for the new episodes or hoping to catch up on past ones.

The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc, the beloved anime's latest slew of episodes, returned in May and is currently ongoing. The series follows teenage Tanjiro Kamado, who sets out to become a demon slayer after his family is killed by a demon — with the exception of his little sister, who was turned into a demon. Based on the manga of the same name, the series has aired more than 50 episodes and become one of the most popular contemporary animes. 

Keep reading to learn about your global watch options for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. We'll highlight a streaming service that has become a go-to hub for anime series around the world.

Where to watch Demon Slayer in the US

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba started airing its new episodes, the Hashira Training Arc, on Crunchyroll on Sunday, May 12, at 2:45 p.m. ET in the US. Going forward, new episodes air Sundays at 1:45 p.m. ET. Dubs in English and other languages will be released in the future. Crunchyroll subscriptions start from $7.99 a month and come with a 7-day free trial. Crunchyroll is already home to past Demon Slayer episodes, so this will also be your go-to if you're looking to get caught up.

The streaming service also hosts a wealth of additional popular animes, like One Piece, Attack on Titan, and Chainsaw Man, among other programs. Viewers can upgrade to a Mega Fan account for $11.99 a month or an Ultimate Fan account for $15.99 a month. These higher tiers allow subscribers to watch content on several devices and view shows offline, among other perks. 

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Crunchyroll offers one of the largest collections of anime shows and movies you can stream online. Premium plans start at $8 a month for ad-free access to the entire Crunchyroll library.

How to watch Demon Slayer from anywhere

This release will be available across North America, South America, and Europe, among many other regions, according to Crunchyroll. If you happen to be traveling in a region where you won't have access to the new episodes but you still have a Crunchyroll account, you can always use a VPN (virtual private network) to access them. VPNs allow you to temporarily change your electronic device's location so that you can access websites that might not be available from region to region. They're popular options for people looking to increase their online privacy or use their usual apps while traveling abroad.

Our go-to VPN is ExpressVPN, a user-friendly pick with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Check out our ExpressVPN review to learn more, and keep reading to see how to use it.

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How to watch Demon Slayer with a VPN

  • Sign up for a VPN if you don't already have one.
  • Install it on the device you're planning to watch on.
  • Turn it on and set it to a US location. 
  • Sign up for Crunchyroll.
  • Navigate to the series page and enjoy.

Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.

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