Updated on June 28, 10:37 a.m. (GMT+8): Updated hiatus period of the manga.
Fans of the popular dark fantasy manga Jujutsu Kaisen will have to wait a little longer for their next dose of cursed energy battles.
The series is taking a hiatus because of unexpected health concerns for its creator, Gege Akutami. The break is confirmed following the official release of chapter 262 on Manga Plus, and the manga is set to return in three weeks.
The break is confirmed following the official release of chapter 262, and the manga is set to return in a month.
Let’s delve into the details of this hiatus and when fans can expect the series to return.
Jujutsu Kaisen takes break as Gege Akutami recovers
The fight for control in Jujutsu Kaisen’s Shinjuku Showdown arc heats up as Jujutsu sorcerers struggle against the sinister villain Sukuna.
Chapter 261 surprised fans with Gojo‘s return to the battle against Sukuna, only to reveal it was actually Yuta Okkotsu using Kenjaku’s technique to control his mentor’s body.
The initial report of Akutami’s health came when chapter 262 leaks surfaced on June 6, 2024. The chapter was centered on the clash between body-snatching foes Sukuna and Yuta.
However, alongside the excitement came a setback — Jujutsu Kaisen will be on an extended hiatus due to creator Gege Akutami’s illness.
Chapter 262’s official release is scheduled for June 9, 2024, at 11:00 p.m. GMT+8. Fans can expect chapter 263 to arrive on the new release date of July 7, 2024.
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