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Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 “Culling Game” Premieres January 9, 2026, Koji Yusa Cast as Naoya Zenin, New Footage Revealed

The third season of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen, titled Culling Game - Part 1, will air on MBS and TBS starting January 9, 2026, every Friday at 12:26 a.m(JST.) A new teaser visual and additional cast details were released, revealing that Koji Yusa will voice Naoya Zen’in, the son of Naobito Zenin, the 26th head of the Zenin clan and cousin to Maki and Mai Zenin.


Jujutsu Kaisen Culling Game Part 1 Key Visual

Jujutsu Kaisen Culling Game Part 1 Key Visual ©Gege Akutami / Shueisha, Jujutsu Kaisen Production Committee


The newly revealed key visual depicts Yuji Itadori facing off against Yuta Okkotsu, the special-grade sorcerer assigned to execute Yuji. The illustration captures the intense duel between two disciples of the same mentor, Satoru Gojo—Yuta’s cold, determined gaze and Yuji’s desperate resistance convey a powerful tension.


Naoya Zenin vs Choso

Naoya Zenin vs Choso ©Gege Akutami / Shueisha, Jujutsu Kaisen Production Committee


Koji Yusa commented on joining the series, saying, “It’s rare to land a role through auditions, so I’m truly happy. I’m especially excited because Naoya is such an impactful character. I’ll give it my all in bringing him to life.”


Naoya Zenin

Naoya Zenin ©Gege Akutami / Shueisha, Jujutsu Kaisen Production Committee


A new character trailer featuring Naoya Zen’in was also released, showcasing his overwhelming speed and combat prowess as he makes his full appearance in Culling Game - Part 1.



Source : ORICON NEWS