The 22nd episode of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 will be available on Crunchyroll starting December 21, 2023. With 23 episodes in the season, episode 22 is likely to cover chapters 133 and 134, with the possibility of including content from chapter 135 depending on the pacing.
As the Shibuya Incident arc nears its end, episode 22 is anticipated to focus on character interactions, explore the aftermath of the incident, and prepare for the arc's conclusion in episode 23. Additionally, there may be a season 3 announcement following the release of episode 23.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for the Jujutsu Kaisen series.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 22 preview hints at Choso coming back to his senses
The preview for Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 22 reveals Choso in action (Image via Studio MAPPA)
In Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 13, Yuji and Choso finally confront each other in a thrilling and action-packed showdown. The episode is dominated by an intense hand-to-hand combat between the two characters, with minimal dialogue. Despite their fierce exchange of blows, Yuji ends up being defeated.
Choso had planned to eliminate Yuji, but his mind was overwhelmed with joyful recollections of his brothers, Yuji among them. This caused Choso to have a mental breakdown, rendering him inactive for the entire Shibuya Incident arc. However, preview images of episode 22 suggest that Choso will soon reemerge and confront someone. It is possible that he will intervene in the battle between Yuji, Mahito, and Kenjaku, confronting Yuji about the memories he had experienced.
Kenjaku might join the fight between Yuji and Mahito in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 22
Kenjaku in the Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 22 preview (Image via Studio MAPPA)
In Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21, the intense battle between Yuji and Mahito comes to a near conclusion. As the fight reaches its end, Kenjaku (pseudo-Geto) intervenes and offers to help Mahito. Having been a part of the same team with Mahito and other disaster curses since the beginning, Kenjaku's appearance raises the possibility of teaming up with Choso and Mahito to defeat Yuji, especially now that their team has been wiped out, leaving only Kenjaku and Mahito remaining.
The preview for Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 22 features a bloody Yuji, hinting at the serious injuries he sustained in the fight against Mahito. However, it seems that Kenjaku might now pose a new threat to Yuji.
Mahito might face his end at the hands of his ally in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 22
Mahito as shown in the Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 22 (Image via Studio MAPPA)
Kenjaku has remained a enigmatic figure since the beginning of the story, with his true motivations never being revealed. Although Kenjaku and the disaster curses have been aligned for most of the series, season 2 saw the death of nearly all of them.
With most of his team wiped out, Kenjaku may take advantage of Mahito's already severe injuries to deliver the final blow, providing the perfect opportunity for him to finally disclose his intentions.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I am eagerly anticipating the release of season 2 episode 22. The preview images and predictions suggest that this episode will be packed with intense action and emotional moments. I am particularly excited to see how Choso's mental breakdown will affect his relationship with Yuji and the outcome of the battle against Mahito. Additionally, the potential involvement of Kenjaku adds an element of uncertainty and raises questions about his true motives.
Overall, I believe that Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 22 will be a pivotal episode that will shape the course of the Shibuya Incident arc and set the stage for the conclusion in episode 23. I am confident that Studio MAPPA will deliver another visually stunning and emotionally charged episode that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.