English Dub Review: Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho “The Candy Apple Celestial Maiden Part 1”

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Overview

Akitsu tells Jinya about the legend of a goddess associated with the Aragi Inari Shrine. Jinya pays a visit to the shrine, only to find a woman saying, “We finally meet.”




Our Take

Picking up from the previous episode, this installment of Sword of the Demon Hunter shifts focus from major conflicts to character interactions, blending humor, subtle worldbuilding, and thoughtful moments. Jinya’s bond with his daughter Nomari remains at the heart of the story, offering warm and grounded scenes that highlight their relationship while keeping the tone accessible. The episode also introduces the intriguing presence of Asagao, whose connection to Jinya adds a layer of mystery, even if I was left scratching my head on who she was at first…

The rest of the proceedings isn’t very action-heavy, but instead it’s full of character-focused moments with light narrative developments, giving viewers a sense of continuity and depth. Small interactions between Jinya, Nomari, and supporting characters enrich the story’s universe, while the inclusion of time-travel elements hints at future possibilities and expanding lore.

Overall, this episode maintains a cozy and thoughtful pace, emphasizing Jinya’s role as a father and the evolving dynamics with his companions. Even as the story explores past and future threads, the focus remains on the relationships and personal stakes, keeping the events easy to follow and emotionally engaging, and I remain curious what could happen next, as next week will be the season finale.