Where to Start the Jujutsu Kaisen Manga After the Anime (2026)
Finished the Jujutsu Kaisen anime and want to continue in the manga? Here's exactly which volume to start from after each season, plus where to buy.
If you finished the Jujutsu Kaisen anime and want to keep going, you are in luck — the manga is complete, so you can read the entire rest of the story right now. This 2026 guide shows you exactly which volume to start from based on the last season you watched, and where to buy it.
⚡ TL;DR — Finished the Jujutsu Kaisen anime and want to continue in the manga? Here’s exactly which volume to start from after each season, plus where to buy.
The Manga Is Complete — Read to the End
Jujutsu Kaisen finished at 30 volumes (plus the Volume 0 prequel). The anime adapts it faithfully, so once you switch to the manga you can read all the way to the ending — the Culling Game and the climactic Shinjuku Showdown — with no waiting between seasons.
Just start at the volume right after the last season you watched. Use the map below.
Anime Season → Manga Volume Map
| Last watched (anime) | Manga Volumes | Start manga at |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 (Vs. Mahito / Origin of Obedience) | 1–8 | Vol. 8 → Shibuya build-up |
| Jujutsu Kaisen 0 (movie) | Volume 0 (prequel) | Vol. 1 (main series) if not started |
| Season 2 — Hidden Inventory / Premature Death | 8–9 | Continue Season 2 (Shibuya) |
| Season 2 — Shibuya Incident | 9–16 | Vol. 16 → Culling Game |
| Culling Game | 17–26 | Vol. 26 → Shinjuku Showdown |
Most common case: if you finished Season 2 (the Shibuya Incident), start the manga around volume 16, where the Culling Game arc begins and runs to the finale.
Where to Buy and Finish the Story
Because the series is complete, the Complete Box Set is the best value if you want to own the whole thing — or you can buy the individual volumes from where the anime left off. See our full Jujutsu Kaisen box set guide for the breakdown, and where to read manga online for digital options.
- The entire completed series in one set
- Read past the anime all the way to the ending
- Best value to own the whole story
After You Catch Up
Once you have read past the anime, you will hit the manga’s controversial, explosive ending. When you finish, read our Jujutsu Kaisen ending explained. Learn more on our Jujutsu Kaisen series page, and find your next read in best shonen manga.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the Jujutsu Kaisen manga after the anime?
Start at the volume after the last season you watched. If you finished Season 2 (Shibuya Incident), pick up around volume 16 (Culling Game). After Season 1, start around volume 8.
Is the Jujutsu Kaisen manga finished?
Yes. It is complete in 30 volumes plus the prequel Volume 0, so you can read the entire story to its conclusion without waiting.
Does the anime follow the manga exactly?
Yes, closely. You can transition smoothly by starting at the volume after your last watched season.
Should I read Volume 0 first?
Volume 0 is a prequel. Most fans recommend the main series first, then Volume 0. It is not required to continue after the anime.
What is the best way to read the rest?
Since the manga is complete, the Complete Box Set is the most economical way to own it all; otherwise buy individual volumes from where you left off.
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