TOKYO -- Japanese animated movie "Demon Slayer" is taking the world by storm, prompting a number of companies to cash in on the phenomenon as a way to support sales amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Hit movie earns record $100m in 10 days, gaining global fans amid COVID

"Demon Slayer" raked in 10.7 billion yen in just 10 days after its release, shattering records as people rushed to theaters to see the popular anime. © Koyoharu Gotoge/Shueisha, Aniplex, ufotable
TOKYO -- Japanese animated movie "Demon Slayer" is taking the world by storm, prompting a number of companies to cash in on the phenomenon as a way to support sales amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.