Jujutsu Kaisen Reaches a Momentous Milestone Before Its Manga Conclusion
As the manga series Jujutsu Kaisen approaches its much-anticipated finale, it celebrates a remarkable achievement, cementing its legacy in the world of manga. Gege Akutami’s renowned battle manga has now joined the exclusive ranks of the highest-selling manga series, marking a pivotal moment as the ending looms near.
A Landmark Achievement: 100 Million Copies in Circulation
In a recent announcement shared by accounts WSJ_manga and MangaMoguraRE on X, it was revealed that Jujutsu Kaisen has surpassed 100 million copies in circulation with the release of Volume 28. This milestone comes just in time for the series’ conclusion and coincides with the exciting announcement teased in the previous edition of Weekly Shōnen Jump. Fans can look forward to the simultaneous release of the final volumes, 29 and 30, on December 25, 2024.
Celebrations and Commemorations
To honor the series’ conclusion, a variety of events and merchandise are being planned. An official guidebook is scheduled for release on October 4, 2024. Furthermore, Jujutsu Kaisen enthusiasts can anticipate a range of exciting releases, including a stage play adaptation of Jujutsu Kaisen 0, an exhibition in Osaka, Japan in 2025, and a compilation movie of the Hidden Inventory Arc, also set for release in 2025.
Jujutsu Kaisen Joins the Elite Club of Best-Selling Manga
A New Addition to the Top-Selling Manga List
Jujutsu Kaisen, already boasting around 90 million copies in circulation as of December 2023, has swiftly crossed the 100 million mark. The series consistently dominated Oricon’s weekly and monthly charts, and the intense finale undoubtedly propelled the sales, allowing it to surpass the last 10 million copies in just nine months.
This accomplishment is particularly noteworthy as only twenty-two other series have achieved this status of being among the best-selling manga of all time. Jujutsu Kaisen now joins the prestigious list as the twenty-third series, following the footsteps of My Hero Academia, which was the latest Shōnen Jump series to enter the 100 million club.
Joining the Ranks of Modern and Seminal Classics
The series now stands alongside iconic titles such as One Piece, Dragon Ball, and Naruto, as well as seminal works like Astro Boy, Fist of the North Star, and Case Closed, which have profoundly influenced the manga industry. This success highlights the exceptional impact Jujutsu Kaisen has made in just six years.
Rumors of the Series’ Conclusion Without a Sequel
Speculations About a Sequel
Since the announcement of Jujutsu Kaisen’s impending end, fans have speculated about the possibility of a sequel. These rumors gained momentum when the series hinted at a significant announcement accompanying the final chapter. However, it has now been clarified that this announcement pertains to the 100 million sales milestone, suggesting a sequel is unlikely.
According to MangaMoguraRE on X, the final chapter does not mention any continuation. While this information is based on early leaks, and the official release is yet to occur, it appears that Jujutsu Kaisen will conclude without a sequel. Nonetheless, Gege Akutami may surprise fans with a new series in the future.
Jujutsu Kaisen is available for readers through Manga Plus and Viz Media.
Source: WSJ_manga/X, MangaMoguraRE/X
Jujutsu Kaisen
Jujutsu Kaisen is a Japanese anime and manga series created by Gege Akutami. The story is set in a world where Cursed Spirits, born from negative human emotions, prey on humanity. It follows high school student Yuji Itadori as he becomes entangled in the world of Jujutsu Sorcery after swallowing a cursed talisman—Ryomen Sukuna's finger—and becomes the host for one of the most powerful curses. Yuji joins the Tokyo Metropolitan Magic Technical College to learn how to combat curses while searching for the remaining fingers of Sukuna to exorcise him permanently.