Arc 1Giyu’s Rise to Hashira

Giyu advanced rapidly after surviving Final Selection, defeating demons alongside Sabito and then alone, including Lower Rank One Tetsusai. After recovering from his grievous injuries, he learned that Tsutako’s haori had been too damaged to wear.

Chapters 1–2525 summaries

Arc 2The Kocho Sisters’ Trial

Giyu became the Water Hashira and rushed to Crimson Sakura Village, where he saved Gyomei, Kanae, and Shinobu from four Lower Ranks. After the sisters’ parents died, Giyu brought them to Urokodaki to begin training, then left for a Hashira meeting as they promised to keep improving.

Chapters 26–5025 summaries