Jujutsu Kaisen dropped its first official Season 4 trailer on June 19, 2026, and it has sent the fanbase into exactly the kind of frenzy you would expect from a series that is entering what most consider the defining final stretch of the anime adaptation. The trailer confirms the season as Culling Game Part 2 and previews some of the most anticipated fights in the entire manga – including Hakari versus Kashimo, Yuki and Choso versus Kenjaku, and Yuji’s own Culling Game encounters with Sukuna.
This is also a moment worth stepping back and looking at the bigger picture. With Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo – the sequel manga – having ended in March 2026, and the main manga having already concluded its run, the anime is now the primary living form of the JJK story. Season 4 is not just another season. It is the beginning of the end.
What the Season 4 Trailer Shows
The teaser released on June 19 was produced following MAPPA’s anniversary livestream and runs roughly two minutes. The tone is darker and more urgent than the Season 3 trailers, which tracks with where the story is heading – the Culling Game Arc is the longest and most structurally complicated arc in the manga, and Part 2 takes it into its most intense phase.
Key moments highlighted in the trailer include glimpses of Hakari Kinji in combat, Yuki Tsukumo and Choso confronting Kenjaku, and multiple shots of Yuji Itadori in states of visible exhaustion and emotional strain. The animation quality on display is consistent with the standard MAPPA established in the best episodes of Season 2 and 3.
Season 4 is described as being “diligently in production.” A release window has not been announced, but additional information is expected at Anime Expo 2026 on July 5 and at Juju Fest 2026 on August 29.
What Happened to JJK Modulo
Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo launched in September 2025 as a direct sequel manga set in the world after the events of the original JJK story. Written and drawn by series creator Gege Akutami, it followed Yuji Itadori in a new phase of his life, building toward a future where all cursed spirits have been exorcised.
Chapter 25 of Modulo was its last. The series ended in March 2026 after a six-month run. In a statement shared through Shueisha, Akutami said he was “proud to have created Modulo” while leaving the door to the universe open with careful ambiguity – the final pages set up threads that could support future stories without demanding them.
The final chapter’s revelation of Yuji’s long-term fate – and the cost it represents – was received as emotionally resonant and consistent with the series’ thematic through-lines.
The Main Manga’s Conclusion
The original Jujutsu Kaisen manga concluded in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2024 with the final battle between Yuji Itadori and Ryomen Sukuna and an epilogue that gave closure to the series’ central relationships. The anime adaptation, still working through the story with Season 4 covering material from the Culling Game Arc, will reach the manga’s ending at some point in the future.
What Comes Next
Anime Expo 2026 on July 5 is the next significant event where JJK news is expected. The production team has indicated this will be a major announcement window for Season 4 details including a potential release window. Juju Fest 2026 on August 29 is the fan event dedicated to the franchise, historically a place where MAPPA and Shueisha share more specific production updates.
Beyond the anime, the franchise continues through merchandise, spin-off novels, and expanded universe content. The spin-off novel written by horror author Yumeaki Hirayama has been announced but not yet given a specific release date.
Conclusion
Jujutsu Kaisen is at a transitional moment. The manga run that started the franchise is over. Modulo’s brief sequel chapter is closed. The anime is entering its most narratively dense stretch with Season 4. For anime-only fans, the season ahead is the payoff for everything the series has been building. For manga readers, it is the chance to see the moments they know best rendered in full animation. Either way, Season 4 is going to matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4 about?
Season 4 covers Culling Game Part 2. Key fights include Hakari versus Kashimo, Yuki and Choso versus Kenjaku, and Yuji’s continued battles within the Culling Game.
When does Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4 come out?
No release date has been announced. Additional details are expected at Anime Expo 2026 on July 5 and Juju Fest 2026 on August 29.
What was Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo?
A sequel manga by Gege Akutami set after the events of the original JJK story, following Yuji Itadori in a new phase of the world. It ran from September 2025 to March 2026, ending with Chapter 25.
Is Jujutsu Kaisen manga over?
The original JJK manga and its sequel Modulo have both concluded. The anime adaptation is still in progress, with Season 4 in production.
Who is animating Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4?
MAPPA, the same studio that has animated the series since Season 1.
Are you caught up on JJK before Season 4? What fight are you most excited to see animated? Tell us in the comments.
