IRIS OUT (Chainsaw Man)
Sharply cut and rhythmically jumpy – the opening of the 2025 film, one of the most played new anime titles.
The piece at a glance
- Composer
- Kenshi Yonezu
- Year
- 2025
- Origin
- Opening theme of the anime film
- Key
- A minor
- Level
- Advanced
- Keys recommended
- 88
How difficult is it?
Changing time signatures and hard accents. Technically manageable, rhythmically demanding.
The real hurdle
The metre changes cannot be played by feel. Count bar by bar until the sequence sits.
How long does it take?
Two to four months.
A rule of thumb, not a rule – how fast it goes depends on prior experience and practice time. This level is an assessment, not a measurement: most pieces exist in arrangements ranging from heavily simplified to concert level. The rating refers to the common arrangement.
Which instrument suits it?
The accents need touch response. Without it the piece sounds uniform.
Instruments that suit it
Roland FP-E50 EU approx. €690–780Portable digital piano with PHA-4 Standard action.
Yamaha Clavinova CLP-845 EU approx. €2,200–2,600The Clavinova upper class: GrandTouch-S action with wooden keys – CFX plus Bösendorfer Imperial on board.
Kawai MP11SE EU approx. €2,200–2,350Stage piano with Grand Feel action.
The catalogue lists 233 instruments with verified data – key count, action and connections documented rather than claimed.
Where to find the sheet music
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
Modern editions and arrangements
Simplified versions, modern engraving and arrangements are available from the usual sheet music retailers. We will add direct links here shortly.
Frequently asked questions
How difficult is IRIS OUT (Chainsaw Man)?
Changing time signatures and hard accents. Technically manageable, rhythmically demanding.
What key is IRIS OUT (Chainsaw Man) in?
IRIS OUT (Chainsaw Man) is in A minor.
How many keys do you need for IRIS OUT (Chainsaw Man)?
88 keys are recommended.
Who composed IRIS OUT (Chainsaw Man)?
Kenshi Yonezu, 2025.
Can you download the sheet music for IRIS OUT (Chainsaw Man) for free?
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
How long does it take to learn IRIS OUT (Chainsaw Man)?
Two to four months.
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