Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba's Popular Capsule Toy 'Onemutan Twelve Forms' Announced, Igniting SNS Frenzy! Hakuji and Kaigaku's Appearance Sparks Fierce Scramble

The latest installment, “Juuni no Kata” (Twelve Forms), in the “Onemutan” capsule toy series, which features characters from the immensely popular anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” sculpted in adorable sleeping poses, has been announced, generating significant buzz on social media (particularly X).

The “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Onemutan Juuni no Kata” lineup, announced this time, reveals the addition of Kaigaku, long-awaited by fans, and Hakuji (who later becomes Akaza) from his human days, alongside Tanjiro Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, and Giyu Tomioka. The series is set to be released sequentially starting September 4th (Thursday), appearing as a capsule toy with 5 different types, costing 400 yen per try.

Following this announcement, excited comments like “Onemutan is too cute!”, “I definitely want this!”, and “I didn’t expect all reservation sites to run out of stock!” have flooded X. The appearance of Hakuji and Kaigaku, in particular, has become a major talking point among fans, with numerous enthusiastic comments such as “Onemutan Hakuji is too adorable... I want at least three!” and “I want to display Hakuji alongside Akaza.” Some websites reportedly sold out within just one hour of reservations opening, indicating that a fierce battle for these figures is already underway.

Furthermore, attention is also focused on the characters' unique poses and expressions. Kaigaku's “tongue-out” pose has drawn interpretations ranging from “school trip” to “it’s quite suggestive in a provocative way.” For Hakuji, comments were also seen expressing a desire for him to be released as a set with Koyuki, with one fan lamenting, “It’s because Koyuki wasn’t included in the lineup with him...”

Fans eagerly awaiting the release date have expressed their enthusiasm with comments like, “I’m starting my Onemutan savings fund!” and “I plan to go spin the gacha on release day.” The search for trading partners is also active. Due to its immense popularity, some even remarked, “You can never have too many gacha prizes,” indicating that many fans are aiming to acquire multiple figures.

“Juuni no Kata” once again demonstrates the enduring popularity of the “Onemutan” series. Its cuteness and impressive lineup are sure to continue generating significant buzz even after its release.

The Context

“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” is a globally acclaimed Japanese manga and anime series known for its captivating story, stunning animation, and memorable characters. It follows Tanjiro Kamado's quest to turn his demon sister Nezuko back into a human and avenge his family.

The “Onemutan” series, which translates roughly to “Sleepy Tans,” is a popular line of capsule toys (gashapon) in Japan. These toys are known for depicting various anime and manga characters in adorable, often exaggerated, sleeping or relaxed poses. Fans collect them for their cuteness and unique interpretations of their favorite characters.

The excitement around this particular release, “Juuni no Kata” (Twelve Forms), stems from the inclusion of two highly anticipated characters: Kaigaku and Hakuji. Kaigaku is a former fellow disciple of Zenitsu Agatsuma who later becomes a demon, and his appearance often sparks strong reactions among fans. Hakuji is the human name of Akaza, one of the most powerful and tragic demons in the series. His human backstory, involving his love for Koyuki and his descent into demonhood, is a deeply emotional part of the “Demon Slayer” narrative. Collecting Hakuji allows fans to connect with Akaza's past, distinct from his demonic form. The term “X” refers to the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, where much of this fan discussion is taking place.