Tokyo, January 8, 2026: The wait is finally over for anime fans worldwide as Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 is set to premiere today. The highly anticipated season brings the brutal Culling Games arc, marking the beginning of the final chapter of Gege Akutami’s globally popular manga series.
What Is Jujutsu Kaisen About?
Written and illustrated by Gege Akutami, Jujutsu Kaisen follows high school student Yuji Itadori, who becomes part of a secret society of Jujutsu Sorcerers to fight deadly curses after encountering the powerful curse Ryomen Sukuna.
The manga ran in Weekly Shonen Jump from March 2018 to September 2024 and later became one of the most successful anime adaptations by MAPPA.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Release Date And Streaming Platform
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 officially premieres on January 8, 2026, with a one-hour special episode. The anime will stream globally via Crunchyroll, with a simulcast release.
Global Release Timings
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US (PT): 9:00 AM – January 8
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US (ET): 12:00 PM – January 8
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UK: 6:00 PM – January 8
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Europe (CET): 6:00 PM – January 8
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India: 10:30 PM – January 8
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Japan: 2:00 AM – January 9
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Australia: 4:00 AM – January 9
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode Count And Structure
While MAPPA has not officially confirmed the total episode count, industry reports suggest 24 to 26 episodes, split into two parts (cours).
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Part 1: January to March 2026
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Part 2: Expected later in 2026
The opening episodes will adapt Itadori’s Extermination and Perfect Preparation arcs. The full-scale Culling Games storyline is expected to begin around Episode 6.
Season 3 Episode Release Schedule
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Episodes 1 & 2: January 8, 2026 (Double premiere)
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Episode 3: January 15, 2026
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Weekly Release: Every Thursday
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Mid-Season Finale: March 26, 2026
Why Fans Are Excited For Season 3
Season 3 reunites the core creative team from Season 2.
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Director: Shota Goshozono
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Series Composition: Hiroshi Seko
The Culling Games arc is known for its complex rules, intense battles, and emotional stakes. Most importantly, this season marks the start of the final saga of Jujutsu Kaisen, making it one of the most awaited anime releases of 2026.