Hey everyone! I just watched the second episode of “Demon Slayer: To The Hashira Training Arc,” titled “Water Hashira Giyu Tomioka’s Pain,” and I wanted to share my thoughts. It’s a 23-minute deep dive into Giyu’s past, his bond with Sabito, and why he’s so hesitant about being the Water Hashira. We also see Lady Tamayo deciding to team up with the Demon Slayer Corps to take down Muzan Kibutsuji. And, the episode ends on a big cliffhanger with Shinobu revealing some shocking news about the demon that killed her sister, Kanae.
Hashira Training Arc Episode 2: Key Highlights
- Episode Duration: 23 minutes
- Available On: Netflix (India) and Jio Cinema
- Episode Title: “Water Hashira Giyu Tomioka’s Plan”
- Focus: Giyu Tomioka’s past and Lady Tamayo’s decision
- Main Characters: Giyu Tomioka, Tanjiro, Lady Tamayo, Shinobu Kocho, Kanao, Yushiro
- Main Plot: Convincing Giyu to join the Hashira training and preparations for the final battle against Muzan
- Director: Haruo Sotozaki
- Screenwriter: Koyoharu Gotoge
Hashira Training Arc Episode 2: Lady Tamayo’s Decision
The episode kicks off with Lady Tamayo chatting with Master Kagaya Ubuyashiki‘s messenger crow. The crow assures Tamayo and Yushiro that they’ll be safe and invites them to join forces with the Demon Slayer Corps against Muzan Kibutsuji. Even though Yushiro thinks they should run, Tamayo decides to accept the invitation, seeing how Nezuko’s ability to withstand sunlight is changing everything.
Hashira Training Arc Episode 2: Giyu’s Reluctance
Next, we see Tanjiro getting a letter from Master Ubuyashiki. In the letter, Ubuyashiki asks Tanjiro to help convince Giyu Tomioka to join the Hashira training, since he’s too ill to talk to Giyu himself. Tanjiro takes on the task and gets some advice from Aoi on how to show Giyu that he’s not alone.
Hashira Training Arc Episode 2: Convincing Giyu
When Tanjiro meets Giyu, he asks if he can train with him. Giyu flatly refuses, criticizing Tanjiro for not mastering Water Breathing and insisting he isn’t the Water Hashira. But Tanjiro doesn’t give up, and Giyu eventually opens up about his past and his connection with Sabito, explaining why he feels he doesn’t deserve the Water Hashira title.
Hashira Training Arc Episode 2: Shinobu’s Revelation
Then, we switch to Shinobu and Kanao. Kanao wants to train with Shinobu, but Shinobu says she can’t join the training just yet. Instead, they have a heartfelt chat, and Shinobu drops a bombshell about the demon that killed her sister Kanae, leaving us hanging at the end of the episode.
How the EP ‘Water Hashira Giyu Tomioka’s Plan’ Ends
“Demon Slayer: To The Hashira Training” Episode 2 gives us a deeper look into Giyu Tomioka’s inner struggles and Lady Tamayo’s big decision to join the Demon Slayer Corps. The episode does a great job balancing character development and moving the plot forward, setting the stage for the intense training and battles ahead. And that cliffhanger with Shinobu? Totally left me on the edge of my seat, eager for the next episode.