When news broke that a Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off was officially coming, fans of the dark supernatural shōnen were both shocked and excited. After all, the original manga wrapped up in September 2024, capping off one of the most successful runs in modern Weekly Shonen Jump history.
Gege Akutami isn’t just dipping back into the Jujutsu Kaisen universe; he’s doing it in style. Mimojuro is confirmed to be a six-month run, collected neatly into three volumes, giving fans a rare, focused spin-off instead of another sprawling saga. Between the manga’s fresh direction and the novel’s chilling promise, JJK readers are calling this week a straight-up banquet of new content.
Interestingly, Akutami has clarified that this isn’t a direct continuation of Jujutsu Kaisen, but rather something that could expand its universe in parallel. That means it could explore different settings, eras, or characters while keeping the same thematic DNA. It’s essentially a playground for experimentation.
While official details remain scarce, a few key facts about Mimojuro have been confirmed:
- Debut Date: September 8, 2025, in Weekly Shonen Jump.
- Length: Short-term serialization, expected to last about six months, or three collected volumes.
- Author: Gege Akutami (writer).
- Artist: Yuji Iwasaki (Cipher Academy illustrator).
- First Chapter: 54 pages with color spreads, a standard format for Jump debuts.
The title itself, Mimojuro, has sparked speculation. Some fans note that “-juro” is often used as a suffix in Japanese names, meaning “tenth son.” Others think it could be a fusion word or a symbolic reference.
Comparisons are inevitable. Fans will ask: Can this Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off live up to JJK’s high bar? Will it have characters as iconic as Gojo, Sukuna, or Yuji Itadori? In fact, shorter works sometimes define a creator’s brilliance. Akutami’s earlier one-shots, like Tokyo Metropolitan Magic Technical School (which became JJK’s “Volume 0”), proved he could craft gripping narratives. If Mimojuro carries that same energy, it could be remembered as a gem.
The hype around Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off isn’t just because it’s a new project from Akutami. It’s also about what the series represents. Many fans noticed that deadlines and illness affected the pacing and execution of JJK’s final arcs. Now, with fewer physical burdens, Akutami can channel all his energy into crafting a sharp, cohesive story.
What could the Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off – Mimojuro be about?
This is the biggest mystery. With no plot details disclosed, speculation runs wild.
- Parallel Jujutsu World: It could explore a different time period within the JJK universe, maybe delving into past sorcerers or future generations.
- Completely Original Story: It might be a fresh idea, unrelated to JJK, but carrying Akutami’s signature dark storytelling style.
- An Idol Manga Curveball: Years ago, Akutami jokingly said he might want to write an idol manga. Fans haven’t forgotten, and some think Mimojuro could be that long-awaited experiment.
Regardless, Shonen Jump itself has teased that this Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off will feature “experimental” storytelling. That alone has fans eager to dive in from Chapter 1.
Final thoughts
The reveal of Jujutsu Kaisen spin-off – Mimojuro has sent the Jujutsu Kaisen fandom into overdrive. Social media is filled with every kind of reaction, from tears of joy to bold theories.
Fans are hyped about Yuta possibly taking the spotlight, Gojo’s descendants being teased, and the chance for unresolved storylines to return. With only three volumes planned, readers are torn between excitement for weekly chapters and skepticism about what this spin-off really means for the JJK universe.
Edited by Nisarga Kakade
