Continuing the Jujutsu Kaisen Manga: A Guide After the Shibuya Arc

The thrilling second season of Jujutsu Kaisen has come to a close after 23 action-packed episodes filled with intense emotions. The season finale wrapped up the highly anticipated Shibuya Arc and paved the way for the upcoming Culling Game arc.

Pseudo Geto/Kenjaku successfully sealed Gojo Satoru, Ryomen Sukuna made a powerful return, causing chaos in Shibuya, and Yuta Okkotsu has finally returned from his overseas journey. Additionally, the season saw the heartbreaking deaths of beloved characters Nanami Kento and Nobara Kugisaki. However, this is just the beginning, and there are many more exciting developments to look forward to.

Jujutsu Kaisen: Where to pick up the manga after the Shibuya Incident

Yuta Okkotsu in Jujutsu Kaisen (Image via MAPPA)

Season 1 of Jujutsu Kaisen covered the first 67 chapters of the manga, ending with the conclusion of the Death Painting Arc. Season 2 animated Gojo's Past Arc and the Shibuya Arc, encompassing up to chapter 137. For those eager to continue the story, they can pick up from chapter 138.

Chapter 137, like the episode, shows Yuta Okkotsu's return after his travels. With the Jujutsu world in chaos, he has been assigned by the higher-ups to carry out Yuji's reinstated death sentence. Viewers can look forward to the Itadori's Extermination Arc when season 3 premieres.

What happened at the end of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2

Kenjaku in Jujutsu Kaisen (Image via MAPPA)

Season 2 ended on a high note, meeting fans' expectations. Yuji Itadori, Noritoshi Kamo, Yuki Tsukumo, Momo Nishimiya, Choso, Panda, and Atsuya Kusakabe fought against Kenjaku and Uraume to reclaim the Prison Realm, but their efforts were in vain.

The pair managed to fend off the sorcerers as Kenjaku activated his newly acquired Idle Transfiguration. Prior to this, he had marked several non-sorcerers; some had their brains rewired to give them Cursed Techniques, while others' bodies were strengthened to bear Cursed objects, leaving them in a comatose state.

They emerged from their unconscious state upon activation. Simultaneously, Kenjaku unleashed numerous Curses in front of the sorcerers, causing chaos. The sorcerers successfully withdrew and regrouped temporarily. Yuta Okkotsu reappeared and was assigned specific responsibilities, as previously mentioned.

Given the circumstances, the decision from the higher-ups is as follows: Geto will be given another death sentence, Gojo is considered an accomplice in Shibuya and has been exiled, with his release being deemed a crime. Masamichi Yaga has been sentenced to death for inciting Gojo and Geto, Yuji Itadori's sentence has been reinstated, and finally, Yuta Okkotsu is tasked with executing Yuji.

What to expect next

Fans can look forward to a thrilling showdown between Yuji and the executioner, Yuta Okkotsu. But there's a surprising twist in store, which will only be unveiled in the manga or in season 3.

At present, there have been few announcements about the coverage of Jujutsu Kaisen season 3. However, it is expected that the season will include the Perfect Preparation Arc and the Culling Game arc in addition to Itadori's Extermination Arc. Season 3 may also introduce the eagerly anticipated character, Kinji Hakari, also known as the "Restless Gambler."

Editor's P/S

As a hard fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I am thrilled about the upcoming Culling Game arc and can't wait to see what lies ahead for my favorite characters. The Shibuya Arc was an emotional rollercoaster, and I'm eager to see how the characters will cope with the aftermath. I'm also curious to learn more about Yuta Okkotsu and his role in the upcoming arc.

The second season of Jujutsu Kaisen was a masterpiece, and I have high expectations for season 3. The animation, fight scenes, and character development were all top-notch, and I can't wait to see what the future holds for this amazing series. I'm confident that season 3 will be even better than the first two, and I can't wait to see what Gege Akutami has in store for us.