Nationwide Expansion of Akaza’s Compass Floor Ads from Demon Slayer – Second Wave of Theater Seat Jacking Announced

The large-scale compass floor ads featuring Akaza’s combat technique from Demon Slayer: Mugen Castle – Chapter 1: Akaza Returns will appear at “Kyomafu 2025” on September 20–21 in Kyoto, as well as at major stations in Tokyo, Sendai, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Theater rollouts include Shinjuku Wald 9, TOHO Cinemas in Yokohama, Funabashi, Nijo, and Nishinomiya OS.

What this article is about

・Large floor ads themed on Akaza’s technique from Demon Slayer: Mugen Castle – Chapter 1: Akaza Returns will appear nationwide.
・The ads will be displayed at “Kyomafu 2025” in Kyoto and multiple major theaters.
・A second wave of theater “seat jack” events will roll out across eight new cinemas.
・Special theaters will feature unique seat covers, a Tanjiro welcome announcement, and life-sized stands.
・Event dates and venues are scheduled across Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka, and other cities.

Second Wave of Seat Jack Screenings

Due to strong fan response, the “seat jack” screenings that began on July 18 across 33 theaters will launch a second wave from September 26. Eight new theaters, including locations in Miyazaki, will join. Fans will enjoy screenings in auditoriums where every seat is randomly covered with designs featuring the 12 Demon Slayer Corps members. Exclusive features include Tanjiro’s welcome announcement before the film and special standees.

▼ Floor Advertising Information
Akaza – Compass Floor Ads

■ Exhibition Location (Kyomafu 2025)
Kyoto International Exhibition Hall, Miyako Messe
(9-1 Seishoji-cho, Okazaki, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8343, Japan)
Inside Kyomafu 2025 Venue, near the 3rd Floor Entrance
Dates: September 20–21 (2 days)

■ Exhibition Locations (Theaters)
Tokyo: Shinjuku Wald 9 – Posted until October 9 (5×5 m)
Kanagawa: TOHO Cinemas Lalaport Yokohama – Scheduled to be installed from late September
Chiba: TOHO Cinemas Lalaport Funabashi – Scheduled to be installed from late September
Kyoto: TOHO Cinemas Nijo – Scheduled to be installed from late September
Hyogo: TOHO Cinemas Nishinomiya OS – Scheduled to be installed from late September

■ Exhibition Locations (Stations)
Tokyo: JR Ikebukuro Station, outside the North Ticket Gate (behind the Ikefukuro statue)
Posted until October 12 (5×5 m)
Sendai: JR Sendai Station, 2F, inside the Central Gate for conventional lines
Posted until September 30 (5×5 m)
Osaka: JR Osaka Station, 1F Central Concourse
Posted until September 23 (6×6 m)
Fukuoka: Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station, North Concourse 2F
Posted until October 7 (5×5 m)

FAQ

Q1: When do the second wave of seat jack screenings begin?
A1: They start on September 26, 2025, at eight new theaters nationwide.

Q2: What is the main content of Demon Slayer: Mugen Castle – Chapter 1: Akaza Returns?
A2: It follows the reappearance of Akaza within the Infinity Castle, bringing new battles for the Demon Slayer Corps.

Q3: Which companies are running the theater screenings?
A3: TOHO Cinemas, Aeon Cinema, United Cinemas, Cinema Ikspiari, Cinema Sunshine, Earth Cinemas, and Central Cinema Miyazaki are involved.

Q4: Which voice actor provides the welcome announcement?
A4: Natsuki Hanae, the voice of Tanjiro Kamado, records the exclusive welcome announcement.

Q5: Which characters appear on the seat covers?
A5: Twelve Demon Slayer Corps members are randomly featured across all seats in the special theaters.

Q6: Is the campaign related to the original manga?
A6: Yes, it adapts the “Infinity Castle” arc from Koyoharu Gotouge’s original Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba manga.

Source : ORICON NEWS