Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 257 release date, time, and what to expect

Jujutsu Kaisen is gearing up for the beginning of the end. The beloved and massively popular action manga series is preparing for the next chapter, Chapter 257, which will bring about the beginning of the end. After a short break, here is when fans can expect the Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 257 release date and time.

Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 257 release date and time, explained

Fans don’t have to wait too much longer for the highly anticipated return of the ongoing Jujutsu Kaisen manga. The current Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 257 release date is set for Sunday, April 21, 2024. That puts it about two weeks after the release of the previous chapter. The manga has been on a mostly weekly schedule, so this extra week has helped to build the hype for the upcoming chapter.

The exact time fans will be able to check out Chapter 257 is approximately 11 a.m. EDT (8 a.m. PDT). This is timed just about at the exact moment the manga chapter comes out in Japan around midnight there. Fans don’t have to worry about major spoilers or anything like that spreading too much online, as the official English version releases soon after it drops in Japan.

Where to read Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 257

As soon as Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 257 drops, fans will be able to officially read the chapter in two different places: Viz Media and MangaPlus. Both websites will have the latest chapter in English available at the release date and time above. It is honestly up to fans whichever user interface and style they prefer.

No matter which platform you read the new chapter on, it will be free for everyone to check out. This is because the latest three chapters of the series will stay free for everyone until the next chapter arrives. This also means Chapter 254 will no longer be available for free for every user upon 257’s release. If you haven’t caught up yet with the series, now is certainly the time to do so.

What to expect from JJK Chapter 257

At this time, there are no confirmed spoilers for the upcoming new chapter of the manga series. However, with how Chapter 256 ended, it is possible to presume what may happen in Chapter 257. Of course, turn away now if you aren’t caught up, as there are going to be full spoilers ahead.

The most recent chapter ended with Yuji using a Black Flash attack on main villain Sukuna to mark the beginning of what appears to be the final battle in the series. This wasn’t just any normal Black Flash attack, either, but a hint of Yuji’s final awakening, which will show his max power. Chapter 257 will likely dive into this final battle and show off Yuji’s true powers in full force. In addition, we could see further backstory into Sukuna if manga creator Gege Akutami wants to slow the final arc of the series down.