We all saw this coming did we not? The return of Kimetsu no Yaiba dominating the charts may not come as a surprise since the series’ Anime theatrical film has been performing exceptionally well in the box office, and is the highest grossing – at the time of writing – globally. Yes, you read that right, globally. Various news outlets have reported that the film sold 910,507 tickets alone on the first day, earning the title 1,268,724,700 yen (~ US$12.03 million). It took in 4,623,117,450 yen (~ US$43.85 million) within three days, overtaking past weekend’s My People, My Homeland, a Chinese film which earned an estimated US$19,100,000 in China, less than half of Kimetsu no Yaiba Movie: Mugen Ressha-hen’s sales. Apart from that, cinemagoers in Japan are lucky enough to receive a “Rengoku Volume 0” manga volume which describes Rengoku’s first mission.
If you are curious and would like to know more about the “Rengoku Volume 0”, Youtuber, Romnnse has uploaded a video on his channel, introducing the content of the volume received, which comes with a colouring sheet.
If you missed the show, worry not as Kimetsu no Yaiba Movie: Mugen Ressha-hen is set to release outside of Japan with Singapore seeing a a fan screening as early as November – more precisely the 7th. The General release will start from November 19 onward. There are dates you can look out for, especially those living in South East Asia. You can find out more by visiting ODEX Anime’s video announcement here.
Other than that, TSUTAYA’s list also features Chihayafuru and Goblin Slayer’s latest volumes, both I am sure will make into Oricon’s chart this coming Friday. The two titles last appearances did not pave way for them to breach the 100,000 copies sold mark, and with Kimetsu no Yaiba getting a boost for the week, expect them to sell either more or less the same.
Besides, it is thanks to Natalie.mu that we get to see these charts on a weekly basis, so be sure to visit their site here and show them lots of love! The week’s chart from TSUTAYA and COMIC ZIN is accessible via Natalie.mu’s post here. Don’t forget to head over to TSUTAYA and COMIC ZIN’s sites as well, as the week’s chart could not be made possible if it was not for them. Click on their names down below to be redirected over to their sites.
TSUTAYA
1. Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 22
Previous: Vol. 22 – 505,526 copies sold
Series: October 5, 2020 to October 11, 2020
Status: [MATCHED][282,850 copies]
2. Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 8
Previous: Vol. 8 – 27,209 copies sold
Series: October 5, 2020 ~ October 11, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 4][76,366 copies]
3. Chihayafuru Vol. 45
Previous: Vol. 44 – 96,177 copies sold
Series: May 11, 2020 ~ May 17, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 2][95,798 copies]
4. Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 7
Previous: Vol. 7 – 27,008 copies sold
Series: October 5, 2020 ~ October 11, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 6][73,774 copies]
5. Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 9
Previous: Vol. 9 – 26,255 copies sold
Series: October 5, 2020 ~ October 11, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 8][72,637 copies]
6. Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 1
Previous: Vol. 1 – 28,395 copies sold
Series: October 5, 2020 ~ October 11, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 8][73,068 copies]
7. Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 2
Previous: Vol. 2 – 27,278 copies sold
Series: October 5, 2020 ~ October 11, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 8][71,656 copies]
8. Goblin Slayer Vol. 10
Previous: Vol. 9 – 74,242 copies sold
Series: February 10, 2020 ~ February 16, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 5][74,095 copies]
9. Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 10
Previous: Vol. 10 – 26,272 copies sold
Series: October 5, 2020 ~ October 11, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 10][71,134 copies]
10. Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 3
Previous: Vol. 3 – 26,724 copies sold
Series: October 5, 2020 ~ October 11, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 11][69,998 copies]
COMIC ZIN’s chart, although devoid of Kimetsu no Yaiba’s titles (weird) still features two names worth paying attention to. Jojolion was featured back in April with its 23rd volume selling 46,403 copies in its first week. Harukana Receive and Tonikaku Kawaii both share the same spots, however the Anime broadcast of the latter will definitely provide a much added advantage in terms of sales for Tonikaku Kawaii. Other than that, a slew of new titles in COMIC ZIN’s list, feel free to browse through and pick up a number of two if you are interested.
COMIC ZIN
1. JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken Part 8: JoJolion Vol. 24
Previous: Vol. 23 – 46,403 copies sold
Series: April 13, 2020 ~ April 19, 2020
Status: [MISSED][RANK 27][56,935 copies]
2. Choukadou Girls Vol. 4
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
3. Shinkurou, Hashiru! Vol. 5
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
4. Tsugumomo Mitsu Tsugumomo Full Color Comic
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
5. Ninja to Gokudou Vol. 3
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
6. Heya Ura no Baiten Vol. 1
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
7. Ruri no Houseki Vol. 1
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
8. Kaii to Otome to Kamikakushi Vol. 2
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
9. Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Naijan, Murimuri! (Muri Janakatta!?) Vol. 1
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
10. Harukana Receive Vol. 10
Previous: N/A
Series: N/A
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
10. Tonikaku Kawaii Vol. 13
Previous: Vol. 12 – 36,329 copies sold
Series: August 17, 2020 ~ August 23, 2020
Status: [MISSED][UNRANKED]
As usual, let me know if you find any faults with the list above. Also, don’t shy away from sharing your thoughts with the community about the week’s chart if you have any.
Source: Natalie.mu, ANN, Crunchyroll, NHK
Updated (October 23, 2020): Correction to TSUTAYA Ranking, Kimetsu no Yaiba Vol. 1
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