Fists, honor, and heartbreak: Why Akaza never devours women

In the hit anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Akaza stands out as one of the most powerful and feared demons. As Upper Rank 3 of the Twelve Kizuki, his brutal strength and combat skills are unmatched. But there's something unusual about him—Akaza never devour (kills or consume) a women. This surprising moral code reveals a deeper, more tragic side to the demon that many fans may not know.
Most demons in Demon Slayer are cruel, ruthless, and driven by bloodlust. However, Akaza follows one strict personal rule: he refuses to devour women. For a demon so strong and dangerous, this decision seems strange—but the reason lies in his heartbreaking past.
Before becoming a demon, Akaza was a human boy named Hakuji. He lived a hard life, often getting into fights to survive. But everything changed when he met a kind girl named Koyuki. She cared for him, gave him hope, and showed him a better way to live. They became close, and she gave his life purpose. Sadly, Koyuki died, and Hakuji lost everything he cared about. That pain followed him even after he was turned into a demon.
To honor Koyuki’s memory, Akaza made a vow never to hurt women. Even as a demon under Muzan’s control, he held onto that promise. It's his way of remembering the love he lost and the humanity he still holds deep inside.

Akaza’s story shows that not all demons in Demon Slayer are purely evil. He still has feelings, regrets, and memories of his human life. His fight with Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku is one of the most emotional battles in the anime. Akaza didn't want to kill Rengoku—he admired his strength and wanted him to become a demon so they could fight forever. When Rengoku refused, it deeply affected Akaza. It was more than a rejection—it was a reminder of the connections he could never have again.
Akaza often tries to convince strong fighters to become demons. To him, strength is everything. But deep down, it's clear that what he really wants is meaning, respect, and maybe even a connection he lost long ago.
Fans of Demon Slayer are drawn to Akaza not just for his epic battles, but for his complex story. His rule to never kill women adds a layer of morality and sadness to his character. Even in darkness, Akaza holds on to a small piece of light. He shows us that even villains can have a past, a heart, and a reason for the choices they make.