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Jujutsu Kaisen Fans Dive into Manga Sales, Ignoring Season 3 Wait Latest U.S. Data Reveals

U.S. manga sales data for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 indicates that fans aren’t waiting for a return of the anime, as the series’ sales showcase a clear pattern.

SUMMARY

  • Fan Fervor U.S. manga sales spike post-Season 2, indicating high fan engagement.
  • Top Rankings Jujutsu Kaisen dominates Adult Graphics Novel rankings, securing seven spots.
  • Anticipation for New Ar:Sales surge for volumes adapting the upcoming “Culling Game” arc, showing excitement for the next storyline.

Newly revealed U.S. manga sales data sheds light on the fervor of Jujutsu Kaisen fans, showcasing their eagerness for the series regardless of the awaited return of the anime.

Regardless of whether the Jujutsu Kaisen anime resumes as a third season or transitions into a theatrical movie, akin to Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, recent U.S. sales data provided by Circana underscores fans’ reluctance to wait for the unfolding narrative. According to ICv2’s report, following the conclusion of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 in December 2023, the manga volumes experienced a remarkable surge in sales. Notably, in January 2024, Jujutsu Kaisen dominated the Adult Graphics Novel rankings, securing seven slots within the top 20. Volumes 16 through 20 claimed positions ninth to 13th, with the latest English-translated Volume 21 seizing the third spot, trailing only behind the new releases of Solo Leveling Volume 8 and Chainsaw Man Volume 13. It’s noteworthy that all listed volumes, except for Volume 1, delve into the anticipated “Culling Game” arc, further igniting readers’ anticipation.

According to its website, Circana Bookscan tracks sales of around 85% of the trade print books sold in the U.S. through direct reporting from all major retailers, independent bookstores and many others, giving an accurate insight into just how eager Jujutsu Kaisen fans are to continue the story. The popularity of the series was recently highlighted in data released by Nikkei, revealing that Jujutsu Kaisen was among the largest fan bases in the world.

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The Upcoming Jujutsu Kaisen Anime Sequel Continues to Stir Speculation

In December 2023, it was announced that Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 would receive a sequel, continuing with the “Culling Game” arc. Redditors recently speculated on where Season 2’s pacing might lead in the manga, suggesting a potential endpoint of Chapter 177 for a 12-episode season or Chapter 214 for a two-cour season. However, there hasn’t been any official update on the next anime installment since the initial announcement.
The official Jujutsu Kaisen handbook also reveals the academic rankings of Jujutsu High School students, indicating who surpasses Yuji Itadori in intelligence.
Season 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen concluded at Chapter 136 of the manga, corresponding to Volume 16. VIZ, the series’ North American licensee, describes this volume as follows: After consuming Mahito’s soul, Geto unveils a portion of his sinister plan to Itadori and the others. During this revelation, Choso recognizes the malevolent sorcerer inhabiting Geto’s body and is consumed by fury. Who is this sorcerer, and what connection do they share with Choso? With Gojo now imprisoned and the foundations of jujutsu society crumbling, what fate awaits a world on the brink of destruction and chaos?

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