Shonen Jump Reveals New Successors to MHA and JJK!
2024 marked a big shift for Weekly Shonen Jump, as two of its biggest titles, My Hero Academia and Jujutsu Kaisen, officially came to an end. While their anime adaptations are still ongoing, it’s clear that their time is running out. For fans wondering what’s next, Jump has finally found its new rising stars—and they’re already making waves.
The two breakout titles leading the charge are Kagurabachi and Ichi the Witch. These manga are already being seen as the spiritual successors to Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia—not just in tone and vibe, but in their ability to capture fans' hearts.
Kagurabachi: The New Dark Shonen King
If you’re a fan of dark, intense action like JJK or Chainsaw Man, you’re going to love Kagurabachi. Created by Takeru Hokazono, it follows Chihiro Rokujo, a young swordsman seeking revenge against powerful sorcerers who killed his father. With amazing action, top-tier art, and deep worldbuilding, Kagurabachi has already become one of the most-read manga in Shonen Jump—even without an anime! But don’t worry: rumors suggest CyGamesPictures might be handling the adaptation soon.
Ichi the Witch: A Whimsical Yet Powerful Successor
On the lighter and quirkier side, Ichi the Witch is already winning fans with its humor, charm, and heart. Created by Osamu Nishi (Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun) and illustrated by Shiro Usazaki, this fantasy series follows Ichi, a boy in a world where only women usually have magic. His chaotic, funny journey as he trains under the overpowered witch Desscaras is packed with clever battles and character-driven storytelling. It feels like early MHA but with its own unique energy.
While titles like Sakamoto Days and Blue Box have had success, neither has reached the mega-hit status of MHA or JJK. But with Kagurabachi and Ichi the Witch on the rise, it looks like Shonen Jump has finally found its next flagship series. They may be different in tone, but together they capture what fans love most, great action, lovable characters, and unforgettable moments.
The future of Shonen Jump looks bright again, and anime fans have plenty to be excited about in the years ahead.