Stoicism That Even Demons Fear…! Hotaru Haganezuka, Who Risks His Life Forging Swords in "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba," Stuns with Not Just His Soul, But His Striking Good Looks

Wait, is that what Haganezuka’s real face looks like!? Many fans were likely stunned when the handsome face of Hotaru Haganezuka (voiced by Daisuke Namikawa) was finally revealed, right after being deeply moved by his display of dedication as a swordsmith in episode 7 of the anime "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc."

As Haganezuka was desperately sharpening Tanjirō Kamado’s (voiced by Natsuki Hanae) sword, he was attacked by Gyokko, Upper Rank Five of the Twelve Kizuki (voiced by Kousuke Toriumi). However, Haganezuka, utterly entranced, exclaimed, “What incredible steel…! What an incredible sword…!” and didn’t so much as glance at Gyokko, continuing to sharpen the blade undeterred. Even as Gyokko’s assault caused him to bleed, Haganezuka never stopped his work.

Online, people lavished praise upon the unfaltering Haganezuka, saying things like, “Haganezuka’s swordsmithing is on another level,” “That’s some insane focus…,” and “His resolve as a swordsmith is just too cool!” Viewers were also shocked when the hyottoko mask broke and Haganezuka’s dignified face was revealed, with comments such as, “Wait, what, he’s so handsome!” and “That super-muscular body comes with such a good-looking face?” spreading rapidly.