For anime lovers, there is some good news. Jujutsu Kaisen, the most loved anime show from 2020, is returning with its new season.
Season 3 of Jujutsu Kaisen is going to premiere soon in 8 January 2026. It is a Japanese anime TV series. Curious about when it was started and what the story is. Stay with me throughout the blog to get your questions answered.
Jujutsu Kaisen was first launched in October 2020. Upon its release, it gained lots of popularity among anime lovers. The show gives a mix of excellent action scenes and perfect characters.
The series is being produced by the animation studio MAPPA. The studio is popular for making the best animation and realistic fight scenes. The show is directed by different directors over the seasons.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 1 was directed by Sunghoo Park, whereas Shota Goshozono, with hits like Chainsaw Man, has directed season 2 and continues to direct season 3.
Season 3 is being written by the same composer of season 1, Hiroshi Seko, while the character is being designed by Yosuke Yajima and Hiromi Niwa.
Recap of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1
The story begins with Yuji Itadori, a surprisingly strong high schooler. After swallowing a cursed finger from the powerful demon Ryomen Sukuna to save a friend, Yuji becomes the host for Sukuna’s malevolent spirit, made to harm humanity.
Instead of dying immediately, Yuji is introduced to the world of Jujutsu Sorcerers by Satoru Gojo and immediately enrolled at Tokyo Jujutsu High. Here, he gets trained alongside fellow sorcerers Megumi Fushiguro and Nobara Kugisaki.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1: Important Details
- The season starts with a normal teen, Yuji Itadori.
- His grandpa’s last wish was to use that strength to protect others.
- Everything flips when Yuji swallows a cursed finger, becoming host to the fearsome Sukuna.
- Suddenly, Yuji’s world shifts from school life to fighting deadly curses.
- Joins Tokyo Jujutsu High with friends Megumi and Nobara to learn sorcery.
- Faces heartbreaking losses and shocking battles that test his courage.
Season 2 Highlights: Darker Turns and Higher Stakes
Season 2 delves deeper into the sorcerers’ past and the repercussions of the Shibuya Incident, which is the most chaotic arc yet. It unfolds in two major story arcs: Hidden Inventory and Shibuya Incident.
Key Moments Include:
- A massive showdown in Shibuya involving nearly every major character.
- The powerful sorcerer Gojo is being sealed by enemies led by Kenjaku.
- Yuji is facing a death sentence that looms over him.
- Return of Yuta Okkotsu, the star of the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie, is now assigned as Yuji’s executioner.
- The complex politics within the sorcerer society come to light.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Spoiler, Cast, and Teaser
Season 3 focuses on the brutal and suspense-filled Culling Game arc from the manga.
The story starts soon after the Shibuya Incident’s chaos. Yuji must confront the possibility of execution while participating in the high-stakes Culling Game. Meanwhile, other sorcerers prepare for this intense battle royale.
The teaser shows the internal struggles of Yuji. It gives a flashback of the tragic Shibuya event. It features battles, including the fight scene between Yuji and Yuta Okkotsu. MAPPA promises to deliver animation on a whole new level with this season.
Cast Details of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3
Returning character from the previous seasons
- Yuji Itadori, voiced by Jun’ya Enoki
- Megumi Fushiguro, voiced by Yuma Uchida
- Yuta Okhotsk, voiced by Megumi Ogata
- Satoru Gojo, voiced by Yuichi Nakamura
- Choso, voiced by Daisuke Namikawa
Additionally, veteran actor Takahiro Sakurai reprises Kenjaku (formerly Geto), the main antagonist masterminding many threats. Several new characters tied to the Culling Game arc will appear, introducing fresh dynamics and new challenges.
The teaser of Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is available on Crunchyroll’s official YouTube channel. You can watch it here. Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Official Trailer.
When to Expect Season 4?
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 is expected to have about 24 episodes, likely split into two parts. The first half is set to premiere on 8 January 2026, with the second half expected later in the year.
Before the season drop, fans can catch a compilation movie, Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution – Shibuya Incident x The Culling Game Begins. This film debuts in November 2025 in Japan and in December internationally. It recaps Season 2 and early Season 3, giving viewers a head start.
Season 3 of Jujutsu Kaisen is not even out, and fans have started asking for more seasons. It is expected that season 4 will be the final season. As of now, there is no announcement about the release.
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