Demon Slayer in Tokyo: Asakusa Where Tanjiro Meets Muzan, and Mt. Kumotori, His Home
Published: 2026-10-16
In Demon Slayer, Tanjiro first meets Muzan Kibutsuji in Taisho-era Asakusa, and his home is said to be on Mt. Kumotori, Tokyo's highest peak. Here are the Tokyo places linked to the series, with maps.
The short answer
| Demon Slayer in Tokyo | |
|---|---|
| Asakusa | Where Tanjiro first meets Muzan (the story is set in the Taisho era) |
| Mt. Kumotori | Said to be Tanjiro and Nezuko's home (from the official fanbook) |
| How to go | Asakusa is an easy city walk. Mt. Kumotori is a serious hike, usually with an overnight stay |
| Cost | Walking and hiking are free (transport and mountain huts cost extra) |
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Mt. Kumotori is Tokyo's highest peak (2,017 m). Treat it as a real hike, not a sightseeing side trip.
Official PV
What will you see?
AsakusaIn the story, Tanjiro visits nighttime Asakusa with Nezuko and meets Muzan for the first time. Kaminarimon and Nakamise still keep an old-Tokyo feel.
Mt. KumotoriA mountain on the border of Tokyo, Saitama and Yamanashi, said to be where Tanjiro's family lived.Asakusa route
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- Asakusa Station — Tokyo Metro Ginza and Toei Asakusa lines↓ about 3 min walk
- Kaminarimon — Asakusa's landmark; the story is set in Taisho-era Asakusa↓ about 6 min walk
- Asakusa Rokku — Tokyo's liveliest entertainment district in the Taisho era
- See our Asakusa page for more.
Route to Mt. Kumotori
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- Okutama Station — End of the JR Ome Line; take a bus from here↓ about 173 min walk
- Kamosawa (trailhead) — The most common trailhead for Mt. Kumotori↓ about 148 min walk
- Mt. Kumotori — Tokyo's highest peak (2,017 m), said to be Tanjiro's home
- From Okutama Station, Nishi-Tokyo buses reach Kamosawa in about 35 minutes. From there, allow 5–6 hours on foot to the summit, one way.
Etiquette and safety
- Mt. Kumotori is a serious hike. It's Tokyo's highest mountain; a day trip is tough and many people stay in a mountain hut. Bring proper gear, plan ahead, and turn back in bad weather.
- Asakusa gets very crowded. Don't film while walking or stop in the middle of the street.
- The anime's Asakusa is Taisho-era, so today's streets look different. Enjoy the atmosphere rather than exact scenes.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tanjiro's home?
The official fanbook places it on Mt. Kumotori in Tokyo, the prefecture's highest mountain.
Where does Tanjiro meet Muzan?
In Taisho-era Asakusa. Walking around today's Kaminarimon and Asakusa Rokku gives you a sense of that era.
Can I climb Mt. Kumotori in a day?
Fit hikers can, but it's a long route. Most people stay a night in a mountain hut.
Official websites
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Hours, prices and rules can change. Check the official websites for the latest before you go.
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