You'd think after the TV network confirmed new episodes of Demon Slayer will air uncensored that people will tune in to the show expecting some mature content. But apparently not, seeing as recent broadcasts of the popular series on Fuji TV have led to a series of complaints to Japanese non-government media watchdog Broadcasting Ethics and Program Improvement Organization (BPO), who I've talked about before when it comes to controversial anime airing on TV.

While the anime's second season hasn't even started yet, Fuji TV showed two recap specials to sum up the first season's story, along with a few previously unseen scenes. The BPO reported complaints about bloodshed and dismemberment, with viewers claiming the series is much too gory for prime time viewing. The BPO replied:

“The popularity of the series and movie suggest that its content has been deemed acceptable.”

“In addition, the concept of voluntary viewer discretion while watching is widely understood and accepted.”

After the unprecedented success of the Mugen Train movie, it makes sense that a lot of new viewers would want to check out the series that spawned the highest-grossing movie of all time in Japan. But it seems they didn't do their research if they're complaining about a bit of violence in a show about a guy who slays demons with a katana. The clue's in the name, people. 

Demon Slayer will kick off the next season's Pleasure District arc with an hour-long special on December 5. Are you looking forward to it? What do you think of these complaints? Let us know below!