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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 is the second season of the anime adaptation of Gege Akutami’s manga *Jujutsu Kaisen*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 is the second season of the anime adaptation of Gege Akutami’s manga *Jujutsu Kaisen*. It aired in 2023 and adapts the manga’s "Hidden Inventory / Premature Death" and "Shibuya Incident" story arcs. The season depicts Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto’s past, followed by the large-scale conflict in Shibuya.

Premise

Season 2 follows two linked storylines: Gojo and Geto’s earlier mission as students at Jujutsu High, and the later Shibuya Incident. The structure connects the origins of key relationships with the consequences of the series’ central conflict.

Production and release

The season was animated by MAPPA and premiered in Japan in July 2023. It aired in two consecutive cours and concluded in December 2023, with 23 episodes in total.

Hidden Inventory / Premature Death arc

This arc follows a younger Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto during a mission involving Riko Amanai and Master Tengen. It explores the events that help explain how the two characters become enemies.

Shibuya Incident arc

The second arc depicts a large-scale battle in Shibuya that results in major destruction, injuries, and lasting political consequences within the jujutsu world. It is widely regarded as the season’s central conflict.

Reception and impact

The season was widely discussed for adapting one of the manga’s most significant storylines and for setting up later developments in the franchise. Its ending leaves the narrative in a more unstable state for the next arc.

Key facts

  • The season was produced by MAPPA and adapted two major manga arcs.
  • Its first half covers a flashback focused on teenage Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto.
  • Its second half centres on the Shibuya Incident, a major conflict involving curses, sorcerers, and civilians.
  • The season ran for 23 episodes across two consecutive cours.
  • The season’s finale leaves several plot threads unresolved for later story arcs.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers can watch the season through major anime streaming services available in Canada, including Crunchyroll, and it is part of a globally popular franchise with a substantial Canadian fandom.

Frequently asked questions

What does Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 adapt?
It adapts the manga arcs "Hidden Inventory / Premature Death" and "Shibuya Incident."
How many episodes are in Season 2?
Season 2 has 23 episodes.
When did Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 air?
It aired from July 6, 2023, to December 28, 2023.
Who animated Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2?
The season was produced by MAPPA.
What is the main focus of the first half of the season?
The first half focuses on teenage Gojo and Geto during a mission involving Riko Amanai and Master Tengen.
What happens in the second half of the season?
The second half covers the Shibuya Incident, a major catastrophe involving sorcerers, curses, and civilians.

References

  1. Wikipedia —
    Supports: Season title, story arcs adapted, two continuous cours, and prequel relationship to Jujutsu Kaisen 0.
  2. Prime Video —
    Supports: Season premise involving Gojo, Geto, Riko Amanai, and Master Tengen.
  3. Beebom —
    Supports: Release window and identification of Hidden Inventory and Shibuya Incident arcs.
  4. FandomWire —
    Supports: Season storyline summary and major plot developments from the Gojo/Geto past to the Shibuya events.
  5. French Jujutsu Kaisen Fandom Wiki —
    Supports: Episode count, original Japanese premiere date, and broadcaster information.