HUNTER x HUNTER finally returns in October

The popular action-adventure manga "HUNTER x HUNTER," created by Yoshihiro Togashi, will return to Weekly Shonen Jump magazine after nearly two years of absence. As revealed in a recent livestream, the series will be republished in the October 7, 2024 issue of Weekly Shonen Jump magazine (although it will be leaked earlier). This return marks Togashi's first post since his last hiatus in December 2022.

The announcement of the return of "HUNTER x HUNTER" comes alongside the news that the manga will receive a new volume, the first since 2022, that will span 208 pages of previously published chapters. In recent months, Togashi has shown unusual activity, sharing in July that he had completed chapter 402, quickly followed by the announcement that chapter 403 was also finished just 24 hours later.

The return of "HUNTER x HUNTER" has generated great anticipation among fans, who have been patiently waiting for the outcome of the story. The series, known for its complex plot and deep characters, has been one of the most influential in the world of manga, and its return to the pages of Weekly Shonen Jump is a significant event in the industry.

It is interesting to note that the return of "HUNTER x HUNTER" comes just a week after the end of "Jujutsu Kaisen", another of the most popular series of recent years. While there is no official confirmation, many have speculated that publisher Shueisha could have influenced Yoshihiro Togashi's decision to resume his work just as one of his most successful series, "Jujutsu Kaisen," is in its final stretch.

"Jujutsu Kaisen" has been one of the most profitable and popular franchises of recent years, surpassing even "One Piece" in recent sales. With its conclusion looming, Shueisha faced the prospect of losing one of its top attractions at Weekly Shonen Jump, a magazine that has historically relied on high-caliber titles to maintain its dominant position in the industry. In this context, the return of "Hunter x Hunter" could be seen as a strategy by the publisher to keep readers interested, ensuring that another big-name series takes the place of "Jujutsu Kaisen".

Source: Oricon News