Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Vol. 3

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Volume 3 was first published in Japan in 2016 as part of Koyoharu Gotouge's serialized run in Weekly Shonen Jump. This volume continues the journey of Tanjiro Kamado following his recruitment into the Demon Slayer Corps, focusing on his introduction to the wider world of demon hunting and the development of his combat abilities. It captures the transition from the series' initial survivalist tone toward the expansive, supernatural action-adventure narrative that eventually became a global phenomenon.

The cover art and character designs, illustrated by Gotouge, emphasize the aesthetic distinctiveness of the series, blending traditional Japanese motifs with modern shonen character archetypes. When this volume was released in English by Viz Media, it followed the same design conventions established for the international market, maintaining the signature watercolor-influenced covers. It is widely credited for helping solidify the series' momentum during its early serialization, leading to the massive commercial success that followed its animated adaptation.