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Gege Akutami Returns With ‘Mojurō,’ a Writing-Only Series Reported for Shonen Jump Issue 41

According to early reports from X posts, magazine previews point to a short-run debut with art by Iwasaki Yuji in early September.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets cite social posts and Shonen Jump previews indicating Mojurō will appear in Issue 41, slated for September 8, 2025.
  • Akutami is reported to serve solely as the writer, with Cipher Academy’s Iwasaki Yuji credited as the illustrator.
  • The opening chapter is reported at 54 pages, signaling an extended first installment relative to standard weekly chapters.
  • The project is described in reports as a short-term serialization rather than a long-running series.
  • Coverage notes the details stem from leaks and posts on X, with formal confirmation from Shueisha still pending.