As Jujutsu Kaisen nears its conclusion, with only a couple of chapters remaining, diehard fans of the series are preparing to say goodbye.
However, many are holding out hope for a potential second part of the manga. Fans have started coping with the end of the series by speculating that creator Gege Akutami might release a continuation of the story.
These hopes were further fueled by a recent leaked announcement that has set the internet abuzz.
The announcement teases that Jujutsu Kaisen will reveal some “latest news” accompanied by a “great announcement” in the same issue of WSJ that the manga ends.
This has left fans excited, and many are already acting as if a second part of JJK has been confirmed. But is that really the case? Let’s take a look.
Is Jujutsu Kaisen Really Getting a Part 2?
The short answer is: No, there has been no official confirmation of Jujutsu Kaisen Part 2. The only thing we know for certain is that there will be an “important” or “happy” announcement at the end of the manga.
While fans are excited, it’s important to manage expectations.
In the past, similar “happy announcements” have generated a lot of hype, only to end up being less significant than anticipated. A recent example is from Tokyo Ghoul.
Tokyo Ghoul teased a major announcement on July 3, 2024, which had fans speculating about an anime remake. However, the announcement turned out to be for an art exhibition, much to fans’ disappointment.
Similarly, after My Hero Academia finished its manga arc, the big secret announcement was nothing more than a worldwide popularity poll, rather than any continuation or new project.
Given these past examples, it’s entirely possible that the announcement for Jujutsu Kaisen could be related to a special event or project, rather than a continuation of the story.
Fandoms often project their desires onto these types of announcements, which can lead to unrealistic expectations. It would be wise to temper these hopes for now.
Why Is There Hope for a Part 2?
Despite the lack of confirmation, many fans still hold out hope for a Jujutsu Kaisen Part 2. The main reason is the number of unresolved plot points that still linger as the manga approaches its conclusion.
One of the biggest questions involves the relationship between Tengen, Kenjaku, and Sukuna. Their connection has been alluded to throughout the series, and fans are eager to learn more about their intertwined histories.
Additionally, the Heian era—described as the golden age of jujutsu sorcery—remains largely unexplored. Many fans are hoping for a deep dive into this era, similar to how Naruto explored the backstory of Kaguya and the origins of chakra.
But maybe Jujutsu Kaisen just isn’t that sort of a manga?
Another reason for a potential Part 2 lies in the political dynamics of the three major jujutsu families. The Shibuya Incident and the Culling Games have caused massive upheavals within these families, and Kenjaku’s jujutsu terrorism has drastically altered the landscape of the jujutsu world.
The secretive nature of the jujutsu sorcerers, along with the large-scale destruction brought about by these events, implies that significant changes are in store for jujutsu society.
The Zen’in clan, in particular, has been wiped out by Maki Zen’in, leaving a significant power vacuum. How this vacuum will be filled and the resulting shifts in power dynamics remain questions that many fans hope will be addressed.
Given the scale of these changes, it seems unlikely that the remaining two chapters will fully explore these complex issues.
Finally, one thing that we can say for sure is that the Culling Game still hasn’t ended, and fans are unsure if Akutami will be able to resolve it satisfactorily within the remaining chapters.
If not, this unresolved plot could provide the foundation for a Part 2. And let’s not forget the lingering question surrounding Takaba’s fate—another point that fans are eager to see resolved before the series concludes.