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TheChainsaw Manstage at Anime Japan 2025 brought fans closer to their favorite cast members as they reflected on the first season of the hit anime. Promoting the highly anticipatedChainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, voice actors Kikunosuke Toya (Denji), Tomori Kusunoki (Makima), and Maaya Uchida (Angel Devil) shared their most memorable moments from the series. Interestingly, their chosen scenes closely paralleled their characters' emotional journeys, adding a personal touch to their reflections.
Chainsaw Man, created by Tatsuki Fujimoto, debuted as a manga in 2018 and quickly gained a massive following with its chaotic blend of action, dark humor, and emotional depth. Adapted into an anime in 2022 by MAPPA, the series introduced viewers to Denji, a destitute teenager who merges withhis pet devil Pochita to become the Chainsaw Man. After a brutal encounter with devil hunters, Denji finds himself under the command of Makima, navigating a dangerous world filled with devils and conflicting motives. The anime’s first season garneredwidespread acclaim for its stunning animationand r-rated content. With the upcomingReze Arcmovie set to hit Japanese theaters on June 19, 2025, the hype continues to grow.
The following article contains spoilers for the Chainsaw Man manga, reader discretion is advised.
Episode 7
Chapter 21
Denji’s voice actor Kikunosuke Toya selected one of the most talked-about moments in the series: the infamous puke kiss. In Episode 7, after a night of drinking,Himeno attempts to kiss Denji, only for the moment to end in a memorably disgusting fashion. Toya acknowledged the scene’s absurdity and its lasting impact on viewers. While the event’s stage avoided showing the scene directly due to its “objectionable content,” the crowd’s laughter proved its unforgettable legacy.
Episode 2
Chapter 2
Makima’s voice actress, Tomori Kusunoki, chose a deceptivelysimple yet important scene from Episode 2. After rescuing Denji and recruiting him into Public Safety, Makima treats him to a bowl of udon. This seemingly mundane moment carries significant emotional weight. With a single phrase—“I like guys like you"—Makima forever alters Denji’s aspirations. Kusunoki praised the scene’s subtlety, highlighting how it shaped Denji’s motivations for the rest of the series.
Episode 6
Chapter 16
Maaya Uchida, who voices Angel Devil, shared her appreciation for a touching flashback scene in Episode 6. Aki’s first-person perspective captures a moment of bittersweet camaraderie with Himeno,who jokingly offers him his first cigarette. When Aki reveals he’s underage, she takes it back, promising to return it when he’s older. Uchida admired how this scene emphasized the deep bonds between the characters and how memories of those lost linger in the present.
Everything We Know About the Chainsaw Man Reze Arc Movie
For now, fans are waiting forChainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, which will adapt one ofthe manga’s most intense storylines. Here’s what to expect:
The movie introduces Reze, a mysterious girl who forms a complex relationship with Denji. As events spiral out of control, Denji faces new challenges that will shape his fate. A teaser trailer was released during Anime Japan 2025, offering glimpses of the high-stakes action and emotional drama to come.
While rumors suggest thatChainsaw ManSeason 2 is in the works, fans will have to wait for an official announcement. In the meantime, fans can relive the chaos and emotion of Season 1 on Crunchyroll before diving into the next chapter of Denji’s turbulent journey this September.
