When we first see Kanao, she is wearing a special-made Demon Slayer Corps dress uniform, which consists of a pleated, long, purple skirt. Image below.
As we can see, there is barely any skin showing between her legs and the top of her boots. She is nearly completely covered. This symbolizes body image difficulty, which we know she has, as it was explored in several of the light novels, and in the anime. Kanao was starved from a young age, but was led to believe she was overweight, and ugly, which most likely stemmed her request to Shinobu and Aoi for a unique uniform. She had also seen Shinobu burn her first uniform (with the open chest, like Kanroji's) and she had seen Kanae politely hand it back and create her own with Aoi. This was most likely also a part of why Kanao chose to cover up, because she could not make her own decisions, and she had seen two of her sisters, people she looks up to, choose to cover up, which is most likely a contributing factor as to why Kanao wore a special-made uniform, sewn by Aoi Kanzaki.
But, that all changed after meeting Tanjiro. After meeting Tanjiro, she began to feel more confident in her body, and in her choices. After their meeting at the butterfly mansion, in which Tanjiro flipped her coin, and it landed on heads, leading her to make her own choices. After this happened, Kanao felt even more afraid at first, and even refused to go on missions for a couple days afterwards. But, when she began to realize what Tanjiro meant, and the freedom she had now, she began to use that freedom. She began even asking Shinobu for missions, unlike before, where she would be waiting for Shinobu to hand them to her. After she began asking and receiving, and successfully completing more missions, Kanao began to feel more confident and comfortable in her own skin. She then altered her uniform herself, making it with a slightly shorter skirt. This is seen in the first episode of the Swordsmith Village Arc. Picture below.
After Kanao starts to grow more comfortable in her body, she starts to wear the uniform pictured above. But, after Kanao found out about the growing feelings and affection between Genya Shinazugawa and Tanjiro Kamado, Kanao started to feel something she never felt before. In fact, it had been a long time since she felt anything. But Kanao started to feel jealous. Tanjiro and Genya had just been through so much together in the Swordsmith Village, while him and Kanao had just trained together. When Kanao found this out, she asked Aoi to alter her uniform again. Aoi asked what it was for, but Kanao wouldn't say, likely due to embarrassment. After Aoi altered it again, it became even shorter and tighter, emphasizing her bust and showing off her legs. Picture below.
As you can see in the above picture, most of her legs are showing, and the skirt is barely covering her backside. She did this most likely to catch Tanjiro's attention, and to drive Genya away, since Genya hated girls, and showing more of her body would most likely make him uncomfortable.
Everything I've talked about above is a great sign of growth for Kanao Kocho. Stay tuned for more!
Just got back from the theater a bit ago, so I thought I'd share my thoughts on the Hashira Training Special Screening! My brief spoiler free thoughts are as follows: Definitely give this one a watch if you have the time, Ufotable's animation is stunning, and while none of the content in this episode is unique per se, watching that animation on a large screen in a theater is simply wonderful. But for the rest of my thoughts, spoilers abound!
After seeing it in theaters, I have to wonder whether they'd planned this far in advance when making Episode 11 of Swordsmith Village, as it really shines on a big screen like this. I also ended up purchasing tickets to the English dubbed version accidentally, so this was my first time watching this episode in dub, and I have to say, they're really nailing it. Tanjiro, Genya, and Muichiro in particular really stood out with their performances. I also cried again at Nezuko's 'Sacrifice' which is the mark of really well done emotional execution, because I felt the tragedy despite knowing it all turns out all right in the end.
The main draw of this screening is obviously the early premiere for the Hashira Training arc, and this started off really strong. Giving the 'beginning season filler demon' utilized in Mugen Train and Entertainment District to the Hashira really was a nice choice. In particular giving more screen time to Sanemi and Obanai was greatly appreciated. I always felt Obanai's screen time was a little lacking in the original manga, and so giving some extra exposure to him is great!
While the rest of this episode is relatively fluffy, I feel like Ufotable accurately captured the dread of the Hashira Training Arc- this is the calm before the storm, and the Hashira know it. I also appreciated Amane getting some good screen time. I also, as a music nerd, enjoyed hearing all the returning motifs for the various Hashira was incredibly fun and even a little nostalgic, particularly for Uzui's theme. I am also a simple and predictable KNY fan, and I cried when I saw Tanjiro's new sword with Rengoku's tsuba. RENGOKU-SAAANNNN!!!!
The new OP absolutely slaps, and I love the imagery in it, and I can't wait until I can listen to the full song on loop. And the same goes for the absolutely transcendent remix of 'Kizuna no Kiseki' that plays over the credits. Seriously worth sitting through the credits for that alone! (Even though I always sit through the credits on principle).
I eagerly await news on when this season will hit the tv and wait with bated breath for my Tomioka Angst.
Fechas en cines de Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - To the Hashira Training
Crunchyroll, la mejor experiencia de anime en el mundo, y Sony Pictures Entertainment han anunciado las fechas de estreno internacional de Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Hashira Training-, que traerá de vuelta a Tanjiro y al Cuerpo de Cazadores de Demonios a la gran pantalla en un evento que no te puedes perder a partir del 22 de febrero.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Hashira…
In Mugen Train Arc...With Hashira!You fight alongside Kyojuro and the children, You went up the train to see the fight between Tanjiro and a demon...you give the sleepy demon a close call with beheading
Enmu*Manages to dodge but sees you descend gracefully in front of him, checking on tanjiro*Hey watch it~That was clooooooooooose...
Enmu spots You, Taking a Gun with specialized bullets...and FIRING from the other cart, A SLOW MOTION, sexy of Your's glistening face under the moon glaring at him, shuddering as you pull the trigger, aimed directly at him
Enmu*Dodging looking at you up and down*Oooooh, my~
Slow motion you then tell Tanjiro to keep attacking while you reload...
Enmu*Is in his own world, as he dodges pretty distractedly so Tanjiro attacks*Me likey!~
You then make a jump for the other cart pointing your gun at Enmu's head, Enmu as he yields to it, blissfully
Enmu*Seeing your figure falling down towards him with the moon as your background*Take me~
For you Enmu lovers!~Thanks to my bestie @ravenrose00 for helping me with this!~
You arrive from a mission all bloody and tired, you were heavily injured by a powerful demon.
Despite his reserved nature, Giyu would show deep and constant concern for you. He might feel guilty for not protecting you and would do everything in his power to take care of you during your recovery, showing his concern through caring and silent support.
Shinobu would show nuanced concern, combining compassion and pragmatism. She might express her love through delicate and attentive gestures, ensuring you receive the best medical care and trying to cheer you up with encouraging words.
Kyojuro would be extremely expressive in his love and concern for you. He would show intense determination to ensure you fully recover, demonstrating his love through passionate and protective gestures.
Tengen would show passionate and energetic concern for your well-being, with his wives by his side. Together, they would express their love in extravagant ways, doing everything they can to make sure you feel loved and protected during your recovery. Tengen would ensure that you receive the best care possible, while his wives would offer their support and comfort, creating a warm and nurturing environment for your recovery.
Despite his reserved nature, Muichiro would demonstrate his love through constant acts of care and support. He might appear calm but determined in his resolve to ensure you make a full recovery.
Gyomei would show a protective concern for you, demonstrating his love through constant gestures of care and support. He would do everything in his power to make sure you feel safe and protected during your recovery. I feel he would pray for your well-being while crying btw.
While Sanemi might show intense and rough concern for your condition, he would demonstrate his love through protective and determined gestures. He would do everything he could to ensure you receive the best medical care and fully recover.
Mitsuri would be deeply concerned about your well-being, showing her love through gentle and caring gestures. She would offer you emotional support and comfort, trying to make your recovery as pleasant as possible. Mitsuri's loving nature would shine through as she stays by your side, ensuring you feel loved and cared for.
Obanai might show a more reserved but sincere concern for you. He would express his care through thoughtful actions, ensuring that your needs are met and that you are comfortable during your recovery. Obanai would demonstrate his love by being there for you, quietly supporting you through your healing process.