Unfortunately, many fan-favorite characters didn't survive in Demon Slayer, and the Hashira certainly weren't an exception. Demon Slayer's nine Hashira are humanity's last line of defense against the vicious demons that rule the night.
Unfortunately, many fan-favorite characters met brutal, untimely demises in Demon Slayer, and the Hashira certainly weren't an exception. Some of their fates, however, were much sadder than others. On a positive note, none of the Hashira died in the Swordsmith Village arc.
5 Hashiras who die in Demon Slayer, and how it happens.
There are nine total active Hashira in the anime. Each Hashira has their own region to patrol, as well as their own unique style, Breathing Technique, and abilities.
Curse of the Mark
Demon Slayers who have awakened the Demon Slayer Mark are said to die upon reaching the age of 25.
8 Shinobu Kocho, The Insect Hashira
That being said, she's arguably the weakest Hashira when it comes to pure strength.
1. Gyomei Himejima. Gyomei Himejima, the Stone Hashira, is the strongest Hashira in the Demon Slayer corps in terms of strength and swordsmanship. He is the only person who uses spiked flails and an axe instead of standard swords to kill demons.
1) Tengen Uzui
Without a doubt, the flamboyant Tengen Uzui is physically the fastest Hashira in the Demon Slayer Corps. His sound breathing technique is a derivative of thunder breathing, one of the quickest breathing styles. He was fast enough to keep up with Daki without any difficulty.
1 Mitsuri & Obanai
Unfortunately, the Serpent Hashira also succumbed to his injuries. He and Mitsuri confessed their love and died together shortly after.
Demon Life
At some point, Daki fought, killed and ate seven Hashira. Two days before Tanjiro Kamado and company infiltrated the Entertainment District, Daki was confronted by Omitsu, the manager of the Kyogoku House, over her mistreatment of the staff.
Muichiro Tokito: The Mist Hashira with a Mysterious Aura
Despite being blind, he maximizes his concentration through painful memories, making him a formidable fighter. His toughness, concentration, and immense strength make him an unbeatable force, and he is widely regarded as the strongest Demon Slayer in the Corps.
5 Muichiro Tokito
While infiltrating the castle, Muichiro teams up with Genya, Sanemi, and Gyomei to square off against Kokushibo, aka Upper Moon One. It takes all four of them just to stand a chance against him, and sadly, the Mist Hashira is cut to pieces and hurled to the ground.
Giyu Tomioka Fulfilled His Promise to Protect Tanjiro
The Water Hashira, Giyu, survived the "Infinity Castle" arc after fighting beside Tanjiro against Akaza and Muzan. Though his sword was snapped by Akaza, and he lost an arm to Muzan, Giyu fought with Tanjiro and his fellow Hashira with everything he had.
With the loss of his left hand and left eye, Tengen Uzui decides to retire after his battle with Daki and Gyutaro. He is the second Hashira to retire due to being disabled.
Tanjirou, Sanemi and Giyuu probably all died by age 25. This has nothing to do with the eradication of demons.
But, comparing the two characters in their best forms, Zenitsu might be just a tad bit faster owing to his Godspeed move.
Sanemi's blood is known to be enticing yet intoxicating to Demons, which he used to bait and stab Nezuko. Sanemi is clearly the least popular Hashira among Demon Slayer fans.
1 QUIET CHARACTER: Gyomei Himejima Is Soft-Spoken
The stone Hashira, Gyomei, is a gentle giant who is patient and firm like the earth itself.
1. Gyomei Himejima – The Stone Hashira.
The warrior Muzan feared was a swordsman named Yoriichi Tsugikuni. Yoriichi was the only slayer before Tanjiro who came close to killing Muzan, and the flashback of their fight occurred in Chapter 187.
Shinobu Kocho (The Insect Hashira) While we don't necessarily think Shinobu Kocho is physically weak by any means, we do believe that she is currently positioned at the bottom of the totem pole compared to her fellow Hashira members.
Shinobu Kocho Is the Weakest Hashira
Of the three Hashira who were killed by Upper-Ranks -- Rengoku, Shinobu and Tokito -- Shinobu was the only one who was killed almost instantly when she encountered Doma, Upper-Rank Two.