Jujutsu Kaisen Manga Concludes by December 2024, Confirms Gege Akutami at Jump Festa 2024

At the Jump Festa 2024 on December 16, 2023, Mangaka Gege Akutami delivered a message to the audience, announcing that the Jujutsu Kaisen manga will conclude by December 2024. The event also showcased a preview of the Culling Game arc animation, featuring contributions from voice actors.

Additionally, the Jujutsu Kaisen stage unveiled fresh details about the upcoming volume 25, along with exciting updates about the games Cursed Clash and Phantom Parade. Furthermore, attendees received updates about the ongoing theatre production and upcoming exhibitions.

Jujutsu Kaisen stage gives glimpses of the Culling Game arc in Jump Festa 2024

Yuji's PV during Jump Festa 2024 (Image via Shueisha/ Gege Akutami)

The Jujutsu Kaisen stage occurred on December 16 at 12:10 pm JST at the RED Super Stage and lasted approximately 50 minutes. The panel included Junya Enoki (Yuji Itadori), Yuma Uchida (Megumi Fushiguro), Yuichi Nakamura (Satotu Gojo), and Junichi Suwabe (Ryomen Sukuna). The event began by showcasing key moments from the manga up to the Shibuya Incident arc in a special animated PV.

Following discussions about their experiences working on the second season of Jujutsu Kaisen anime, the voice actors proceeded to share their favorite scenes from the season. Nakamura’s top pick was the bickering between Gojo and Geto during the basketball game, praising the anime's improvisation in changing the setting from the original source material.

Megumi's PV at Jump Festa 2024 (Image via Shueisha/ Gege Akutami)

During the event, he discussed Yuta's use of Black Flash in the film, noting its similarity to his own technique. Enoki highlighted the battle between Choso and Yuji, particularly praising the animation and music. Uchida focused on the final confrontation between Megumi and the reincarnated Toji, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to record with Toji's voice actor, Takehito Koyasu.

Junichi Suwabe selected Jogo’s dying vision featuring Sukuna's iconic line "You are strong," adding depth to Sukuna's character. The voice actors then performed live scenes from the Culling Game arc, hinting at where season 2 will conclude and season 3 will begin.

The cover and Akutami's message displayed during Jump Festa 2024 (Image via Shueisha/ Gege Akutami)

Anime-only viewers were given a warning before the segment began, setting the stage for scenes such as Yuji and Megumi meeting after Shibuya, Sukuna confronting Megumi and the tragic events that followed, and the epic battle between Gojo and Sukuna. Mangaka Akutami's message to the audience made it clear that this might be the last Jump Festa for Jujutsu Kaisen while it's still being serialized.

However, with Akutami making the same statement at Jump Festa last year, fans are still skeptical. Nonetheless, he urged fans to attend the upcoming Jujutsu Kaisen - Gege Akutami exhibition at Shibuya Hikarie in Summer 2024, where early drafts and sketches will be showcased. The voice actors were each presented with a sketch from the mangaka, which they proudly showcased on stage.

A visual from the game unveiled at Jump Festa 2024 (Image via Bandai-Namco)

The release date for Jujutsu Kaisen Volume 25 is set for January 25, 2024. During the panel announcement, it was shared that the manga has reached over 90 million yen in overall sales. Additionally, The Stage, a theatrical performance of the franchise, is currently underway in Kobe, Hyogo until December 31 and will also be available for streaming. At Jump Festa 2024, Ryuji Sato, who plays Yuji Itadori, shared a message.

In gaming news, Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade will feature a new setting inspired by scenes from the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie. Furthermore, the Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash game is set to introduce Yuta Okkotsu and Suguru Geto as playable characters. Following the conclusion of the second season, an anime exhibition is also planned for this year.

Find the full Jump Festa 2024 schedule here.

Editor's P/S

As a dedicated Jujutsu Kaisen fan, the news of the manga's conclusion by December 2024 fills me with mixed emotions. On one hand, I am incredibly excited to witness the final chapters of this captivating story and see how Gege Akutami brings it all together. The Culling Game arc has been nothing short of intense, and I can't wait to see how the characters navigate through its challenges and confront their destinies.

On the other hand, the thought of bidding farewell to Jujutsu Kaisen fills me with a sense of sadness and nostalgia. This series has become an integral part of my life, and I have grown deeply attached to the characters and their journeys. The unique blend of action, humor, and emotional depth has made Jujutsu Kaisen a truly special experience, and I will cherish the memories it has created for me.