Hunter x Hunter Returns June 2026 After 18-Month Hiatus

The long-running manga Hunter x Hunter is officially returning to Weekly Shonen Jump after an 18-month hiatus.

Chapter 411 will be published in Issue 31 on June 29, 2026 in Japan (June 28 internationally), reigniting excitement for one of the best-selling manga series of all time.

Succession War Arc Continues

The new chapter picks up where chapter 410 left off on Dec. 9, 2024, continuing the intricate ‘Succession Contest’ arc.

This storyline unfolds aboard the Black Whale ship, with Kurapika at the center of a deadly death game involving multiple rival factions.

Togashi’s dense plotting has made this one of the most ambitious storylines in manga history, and fans have spent 18 months waiting for the next installment.

The return follows early previews and an official confirmation from the magazine, which also released a promotional video.

Hunter x Hunter Volume 39 is scheduled for release on July 3, 2026, timed to coincide with the series’ return.

The volume will compile chapters 401 through 410, giving readers a collected edition of the arc’s opening chapters.

Creator’s Health and Legacy

The lengthy gaps between chapters have largely been linked to creator Yoshihiro Togashi’s ongoing health issues, including severe back problems and chronic pain.

Despite these interruptions, Hunter x Hunter remains one of Shonen Jump‘s most acclaimed titles.

Since debuting in 1998, the manga has sold over 84 million copies worldwide, cementing its place as a cultural phenomenon.

Togashi, also known for Yu Yu Hakusho, has built a reputation for meticulous storytelling.

The franchise received anime adaptations in 1999 and 2011, with the latter introducing the series to a massive global audience.

Reports indicate Togashi has completed work on multiple future chapters, which could lead to a longer serialization run this time around.

That prospect offers hope for sustained momentum after years of intermittent releases.

With the Succession War reaching its peak and a new volume on the horizon, the return of Hunter x Hunter promises to be a major event in manga publishing.

Fans can mark their calendars for June 28 internationally and June 29 in Japan, when the wait finally ends.