After the season 2 premiere, Jujutsu Kaisen has officially been crowned the most popular anime globally by the Guinness World Records. JJK’s second season concluded in December 2023 after successfully adapting the thrilling Shibuya Incident arc. Now we have been left to wait patiently for the third season to premiere to see where Yuji’s story goes next. While we wait, here is everything we know about the Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 so far, including its official release window, date, trailer, cast, and more.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Release Window (Official)
To celebrate the fifth anniversary of the JJK anime, the staff hosted a special event and revealed exciting details about JJK season 3. Now, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 — Culling Games: Part 1 has been officially confirmed to premiere in January 2026. We haven’t received any information from the staff about the exact release date of Jujutsu Kaisen season, but it will be revealed soon in the coming months.
Immediately following the JJK season 2 finale, the anime was officially renewed for season 3, announced with a teaser. The upcoming season 3 will adapt the long-awaited Itadori’s Extermination Arc, Perfect Preparation Arc, and Culling Game Arc.
Has the JJK season 3 Trailer Been Released?
Along with the official announcement of the JJK season 3 release window, a 2-minute main trailer was released. You can view the official trailer below to get a glimpse of the most-anticipated fights in JJK season 3:
How Many Episodes Will JJK Season 3 Have?
Alas, no official announcement has been made by MAPPA staff regarding the episode count of Jujutsu Kaisen season 3. However, it was confirmed that season 3 will cover up to the Culling Game arc. Thus, the upcoming season has to cover over 80 chapters within a single season.
Since the new season is titled “Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 — Culling Games: Part 1,” we expect the third season to be split into two cours in line with its previous seasons. Thus, JJK season 3 is expected to feature a 24-episode run with part 1 airing during the winter 2026 season and part 2 likely during the summer or fall 2026 season.
Here is the information about each arc that will be adapted in the third season:
- Itadori’s Extermination Arc (chapters 137-143)
- Perfect Preparation Arc (chapters 144-158)
- Culling Game Arc (chapters 159-221)
If you aren’t aware, 63 chapters were adapted into 24 episodes for season 1, and 73 chapters were adapted into 23 episodes for season 2. Itadori’s Extermination Arc and Perfect Preparation Arc are mini-arcs and can be adapted into the first cour. And like the Shibuya Incident arc, the Culling Game arc can be fit into season 3’s second cour.
It is still an arduous job for the MAPPA staff to pull off, as these arcs involve a sheer amount of battle scenes. All we can do now is wait to see how many chapters of the Culling Games the anime will be able to adapt since it features numerous cliffhangers. Now that the Jujutsu Kaisen manga has officially ended, the staff can easily plan the future seasons of the anime.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Storyline
If you are interested in getting a gist of Jujutsu Kaisen season 3’s plot, here is an official description of the upcoming season:
“[JJK Season 3] Culling Game dynamically depicts the killing spree of those who have been given curses, orchestrated by the mysterious and worst sorcerer in history, Noritoshi Kamo!“
So, gear up to witness our beloved sorcerers engaged in a battle royal-esque survival game initiated by none other than Noritoshi Kamo. But before we enter the Culling Games, we are set to experience the ultimate clash of Yuta vs. Yuji and the awakening of Maki Zenin.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Cast and Characters
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation) 
Image Credit: MAPPA Studios (via YouTube/TOHO animation)
Apart from the dead characters in JJK season 2, including Nanami’s death and Nobara’s death, the majority of characters will make a return in season 3, along with several new characters. Some of the popular characters who will return in JJK Season 3 are:
- Yuta Okkotsu, voiced by Megumi Ogata
- Maki Zenin, voiced by Mikako Komatsu
- Yuji Itadori, voiced by Junya Enoki
- Megumi Fushiguro, voiced by Yuma Uchida
- Ryoumen Sukuna, voiced by Junichi Suwabe
- Yuki Tsukumo, voiced by Noriko Hidaka
- Choso, voiced by Daisuke Namikawa
Additionally, some of the new characters who will be making their debut in season 3 are as follows:
- Naoya Zenin
- Kinji Hakari
- Hana Kurusu
- Hiromi Higuruma
- Fumihiko Takaba
- Ryu Ishigori
The cast of Jujutsu Kaisen will be expanded massively with the arrival of tons of new characters in the upcoming season.
Where to Read & Watch Jujutsu Kaisen?
If you are looking forward to reading the Jujutsu Kaisen manga beforehand, you can in Viz Media’s Shonen Jump and Shueisha’s Manga Plus, where new chapters are available to read for free.
As for the anime, you can stream both seasons and the Jujutsu Kaisen: 0 movie on Crunchyroll and Netflix. That said, bookmark this page and stay tuned for more updates on Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3. Moreover, check out the Jujutsu Kaisen anime watch order while you’re here. You can also read all about the strongest JJK characters in our linked list.
Shashank Shakya
