Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 (2023) 

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 is the highly anticipated continuation of the hit anime series based on the manga by Gege Akutami. Released in 2023 and produced by MAPPA, this season deepens the lore, reveals character backstories, and adapts two of the most pivotal arcs in the series — Hidden Inventory / Premature Death and the explosive Shibuya Incident Arc.

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 – Overview

Season 2 raises the stakes for every character, showcasing the origin of the iconic sorcerer Satoru Gojo, his complicated bond with Suguru Geto, and a devastating incident that reshapes the world of Jujutsu forever.

Anime Details

• Studio: MAPPA

• Episodes: 23 (split-cour format)

• Air Date: July 6, 2023 – December 28, 2023

• Streaming Platforms: Crunchyroll, Netflix (select regions), Ani-One Asia

• Director: Shōta Goshozono (Season 2)

• Opening Themes:

  • Cour 1: "Where Our Blue Is" by Tatsuya Kitani

  • Cour 2: "SPECIALZ" by King Gnu

Adapted Arcs

1. Hidden Inventory / Premature Death Arc (Episodes 1–5)

Set in 2006, this arc explores the past of Gojo and Geto during their time as second-year students at Tokyo Jujutsu High. Their mission: protect a young girl named Riko Amanai, the Star Plasma Vessel, from assassination by mercenaries and cursed spirits. This arc dives deep into:

• Gojo’s awakening of his Six Eyes and Limitless techniques

• Geto’s disillusionment with the Jujutsu world

• The birth of their ideological split

This is the emotional foundation of their conflict in the present timeline.

2. Shibuya Incident Arc (Episodes 6–23)

One of the darkest and most action-packed arcs in the series. Set on October 31st in Shibuya, multiple curses and curse users — led by Geto (possessed by Kenjaku) — launch a massive attack on Tokyo to seal Gojo.

Highlights:

• Satoru Gojo is sealed in the Prison Realm, shifting the power balance

• Major character deaths and brutal battles

• Yuji, Megumi, Nobara, and other sorcerers fight desperately to protect civilians

• The return of Sukuna in full force — resulting in massive destruction

• Nobara’s fate leaves fans shaken

This arc changes everything for the Jujutsu world.

Main Characters – Season 2

• Satoru Gojo – Central figure of the season, both in his past and present.

• Suguru Geto / Kenjaku – The antagonist with a twisted vision for the world.

• Yuji Itadori – The main protagonist facing devastating losses and harsh realities.

• Megumi Fushiguro – Plays a critical role in multiple fights and plot reveals.

• Nobara Kugisaki – Shows growth and grit in key battles.

• Toji Fushiguro – A legendary assassin whose appearance alters Gojo and Geto’s lives forever.

• Kento Nanami, Maki Zen’in, Panda, Inumaki, and others also get major screen time.

Importance to the Series

• Reveals Gojo's and Geto’s tragic history

• Establishes Kenjaku as the true long-term antagonist

• Alters the structure of Jujutsu society

• Serves as the emotional and narrative bridge into the Culling Game Arc (Season 3)

Where to Watch

You can stream Season 2 on:

• Crunchyroll (with English subs/dubs)

• Netflix (availability may vary)

• Ani-One Asia (YouTube – for Southeast Asia)

Final Thoughts

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 delivers unforgettable storytelling, top-tier animation, emotional impact, and shocking twists. It cements the anime as one of the top shonen of the decade, especially with MAPPA’s stellar production. Every episode is layered with symbolism, world-building, and intensity.