Mag Talk Weekly Shonen Jump (2026) - News and Discussion!

[Shinuki no Reborn]

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[Shinuki no Reborn]

Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #50 (2026)
00. Akane-banashi (Cover & Lead Color Pages)
01. Sakamoto Days
02. One Piece
00. Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi (Color Page)
03. Someone Hertz
04. Ichi the Witch
05. Roku's House of Oddities
00. Shishikabane (One Shot by Maki Gyujirou, Color Page, Golden Future Cup #7)
06. Shinobi Undercover
07. The Ura Files
08. Witch Watch
09. Graykeith: Translator Daemonica
00. Me & Roboco (Color Page)
10. Nue's Exorcist
11. Under Doctor
12. Animal Signal
13. Class 2B Hero Destroyerz
14. Hal Formula
15. Kagurabachi
16. Cannon Master

Weekly Shonen Jump Issue #51 (2026) - Information!
Jean is in Danger! (New Series by Nakama Ryo, Cover & Lead Color Pages)
Witch Watch (Color Page, End)
Graykeith: Translator Daemonica (Color Page)
Shinobi Undercover (Color Page)

 

[pennycryman]

People (not exactly here, but in general) making up this idea that this whole batch is a hit are setting themselves up for disappointment. It's way too soon, did everyone just forget the initial reception of Ping Pong Peril?

Are people not paying attention to Jump+ views and twitter reception for all 3 series being just ok at best?

Like, Kaedegami had better metrics than all 3 of these series lol, forget stuff like Shinobi Undercover or Hima-ten.

Heck, Under Doctor frankly isn't that good, and I have my doubts for Kinato since I don't see how people will get attached to the main character, and the other characters aren't strong enough to make up for that.

And Alien Headbutt could completely collapse from here on, remember Dear Anemone?

 

[icrawfish]

When is the last time a whole batch of three was a complete success anyways? I figured something like that only happens once a generation, and even the fact that we have 4 back-to-back successful series due to having 2 batches go 2/3 was a crazy rare moment. Something always dies, even if all 3 are pretty solid (at least, that’s the impression I’ve gotten).

 

[Phantom RPG]

People (not exactly here, but in general) making up this idea that this whole batch is a hit are setting themselves up for disappointment. It's way too soon, did everyone just forget the initial reception of Ping Pong Peril?

Are people not paying attention to Jump+ views and twitter reception for all 3 series being just ok at best?

Like, Kaedegami had better metrics than all 3 of these series lol, forget stuff like Shinobi Undercover or Hima-ten.

Heck, Under Doctor frankly isn't that good, and I have my doubts for Kinato since I don't see how people will get attached to the main character, and the other characters aren't strong enough to make up for that.

And Alien Headbutt could completely collapse from here on, remember Dear Anemone?

Maybe, but isn’t it okay to, you know, express that you actually liked the three series that were launched? Many here have seen series come and go, but again, I understand that the thrill of seeing new series and whether or not it succeed expectations for all is an uphill battle with lots of axes but I think what matters is just being there for the ride, whether it’s good or bad, is what matters in the end. Now sure, I liked all three, but I am waiting for some things to fully set up my expectations but so far I liked what I saw, so to me that is a good sign at least.

When is the last time a whole batch of three was a complete success anyways? I figured something like that only happens once a generation, and even the fact that we have 4 back-to-back successful series due to having 2 batches go 2/3 was a crazy rare moment. Something always dies, even if all 3 are pretty solid (at least, that’s the impression I’ve gotten).

Don’t recall, at the very least the best was 2/4 or 2/3 in a batch. The last one that was with its entire batch was recent with Jujutsu Kaisen Módulo and Someone Hertz that managed to exceed expectation and being fully successful.

 

[cameronney618]

Are people not paying attention to Jump+ views and twitter reception for all 3 series being just ok at best?

Like, Kaedegami had better metrics than all 3 of these series lol, forget stuff like Shinobi Undercover or Hima-ten.

All this says is that jump+ views doesn't mean shit. Hertz numbers was far lower than kagurabachi, ichi and Akane, and it had a far better debut than 2/3 of these.

Also, these trio's twitter reception is already far better than the ppp batch considering all 3 has had several fanarts now. Good looking ones too. Harukaze didn't even get one.

 

[Shinuki no Reborn]

Are people not paying attention to Jump+ views and twitter reception for all 3 series being just ok at best?

Number of Twitter mentions have no relevance when it comes to new series reception and Under Doctor views for first chapter in a week were as high as Someone Hertz, Kinato is a bit behind but it's 130k after a week which is pretty decent, so i wouldn't say the reception so far is "ok at best", it seems pretty decent, specially compared to the last round.

All this says is that jump+ views doesn't mean shit. Hertz numbers was far lower than kagurabachi, ichi and Akane, and it had a far better debut than 2/3 of these.

They mean shit, Someone Hertz had good J+ numbers, the thing is that doesn't matter who has the higher or not, the important is not to flop there, flopping on J+ views is nearly 100% a death sentence

 

[Kiaida]

Maybe, but isn’t it okay to, you know, express that you actually liked the three series that were launched? Many here have seen series come and go, but again, I understand that the thrill of seeing new series and whether or not it succeed expectations for all is an uphill battle with lots of axes but I think what matters is just being there for the ride, whether it’s good or bad, is what matters in the end. Now sure, I liked all three, but I am waiting for some things to fully set up my expectations but so far I liked what I saw, so to me that is a good sign at least.

It's alright to enjoy them and the comments explaining what people liked are interesting to read. I also liked Kaedegami and Ping Pong when they came out after all.

This is more in regards to TOC and axe speculations. They aren't Ruri Dragon like hits, so in this type of discussion it gets a bit silly to think something like Kiyoshi or Hima-ten can be at risk when, like pennycryman said, the metrics aren't showing anything to think they just got a 3/3 batch that can endanger their 10k+ sellers.

Number of Twitter mentions have no relevance when it comes to new series reception and Under Doctor views for first chapter in a week were as high as Someone Hertz, Kinato is a bit behind but it's 130k after a week which is pretty decent, so i wouldn't say the reception so far is "ok at best", it seems pretty decent, specially compared to the last round.

Why mentions on social media don't count? If people aren't reading, they won't be popular. I agree it's just a single metric, but Kaedegami also had strong J+ views and got axed. These things add, Under Doctor second and third chapter didn't make any splash, and honestly, there are a ton of flaws with it beyond personal taste that would be used as arguments to why it may not hit.

 

[SharkBait]

Being unique has its strengths, nothing is similar to Kinato's Magic. It could thrive.

 

[Phantom RPG]

It's alright to enjoy them and the comments explaining what people liked are interesting to read. I also liked Kaedegami and Ping Pong when they came out after all.

This is more in regards to TOC and axe speculations. They aren't Ruri Dragon like hits, so in this type of discussion it gets a bit silly to think something like Kiyoshi or Hima-ten can be at risk when, like pennycryman said, the metrics aren't showing anything to think they just got a 3/3 batch that can endanger their 10k+ sellers.

True, that is still wait and see to be honest. But I still think we need to how it all goes down, they all just started, the real tell is gonna be within the 7 to 8 chapter, that is all am gonna say on this matter. Also like shark said, being unique has a lot more advantages than disadvantages, it bring something new and fresh to the table and many dig that.

 

[Shinuki no Reborn]

WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP ISSUE #11 OF 2026

Magazine Cover: Alien Headbutt

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Alien Headbutt

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Kinato's Magic

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Shinobi Undercover

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Me & Roboco

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High School Family Live Action Announcement + Special 2 Pages Manga Chapter!

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WEEKLY SHONEN JUMP ISSUE #12 (2026) - PREVIEW

 

[RealityChecker]

I am praying for Alien Butthead to be a hit. Loved the protagonist so much. I already have him over any protagonist WSJ ever made.

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This is more in regards to TOC and axe speculations. They aren't Ruri Dragon like hits, so in this type of discussion it gets a bit silly to think something like Kiyoshi or Hima-ten can be at risk when, like pennycryman said, the metrics aren't showing anything to think they just got a 3/3 batch that can endanger their 10k+ sellers.

Although we don't see a new hit like RuriDragon's, I still believe it can be a hit like Kiyoshi. God, please, make Alien Butthead live!!!

 

[Dippy Fresh]

so in this type of discussion it gets a bit silly to think something like Kiyoshi or Hima-ten can be at risk

I personally was just saying that I wanted these three to survive over the 2024 series. I never said they were in danger or that they needed to go for this batch to even all last. Edit: Honestly, I'm actually fine if Under Doctor goes at this point in time (sorry fans)

And as stated before...who cares? If people set their expectations unrealistic than you can just sit back and watch as reality comes to fruition

 

[Kiaida]

I personally was just saying that I wanted these three to survive over the 2024 series. I never said they were in danger or that they needed to go for this batch to even all last. Edit: Honestly, I'm actually fine if Under Doctor goes at this point in time (sorry fans)

And as stated before...who cares? If people set their expectations unrealistic than you can just sit back and watch as reality comes to fruition

Wasn't about you specifically. But the thing is that discussion gets silly when a lot of people in different places suddenly start repeating things like "Hima-ten is ending" because of that Ryo post or how this whole batch is a hit and ignore how we need to look at a broader picture instead of burying opinions that aren't as positive. Saw many surprised posts about how bad Osoegawa is doing even though it was dead for several weeks on japanese social media, but somehow this was never considered evidence of how well or not it could be doing. Another example is how Otr was clearly dead since the training arc and there was never any signs of recovery as some were hoping.

Not saying Kinato or Alien are doing bad or Under Doctor is dead already. I guess my point is that sometimes people see what they want to see and they need to be at least a bit pessimistic. It took me a long time to believe Nue wasn't going to get axed. lol

 

[Dippy Fresh]

Wasn't about you specifically. But the thing is that discussion gets silly when a lot of people in different places suddenly start repeating things like "Hima-ten is ending" because of that Ryo post or how this whole batch is a hit and ignore how we need to look at a broader picture instead of burying opinions that aren't as positive. Saw many surprised posts about how bad Osoegawa is doing even though it was dead for several weeks on japanese social media, but somehow this was never considered evidence of how well or not it could be doing. Another example is how Otr was clearly dead since the training arc and there was never any signs of recovery as some were hoping.

Not saying Kinato or Alien are doing bad or Under Doctor is dead already. I guess my point is that sometimes people see what they want to see and they need to be at least a bit pessimistic. It took me a long time to believe Nue wasn't going to get axed. lol

At least for Anime Twitter, where I personally see what you're talking about, they'll just say anything. While Kagurabachi DID end up succeeding, it was the birth of that hype before Ch.1 even dropped. As well, most people on Anime Twitter don't follow JP reactions. So they simply go, how is Roboco alive but Action Series #863 is being axed

 

[RealityChecker]

I don't know about Under Proctor or Kianto, but I still believe Alien Butthead is gonna win this round. Maybe they will cancel Kiyoshi or Shinobi for that.

 

[SharkBait]

I don't know about Under Proctor or Kianto, but I still believe Alien Butthead is gonna win this round. Maybe they will cancel Kiyoshi or Shinobi for that.

No way is Shinobi Undercover being cancelled. It's the best series in years.

 

[RealityChecker]

No way is Shinobi Undercover being cancelled. It's the best series in years.

I juts want Alien ButtHead to win. It is juts a wish.

 

[Phantom RPG]

No way is Shinobi Undercover being cancelled. It's the best series in years.

" Best" is kinda a stretch here; "good at what it's doing" is a better word.

No offense.

I juts want Alien ButtHead to win. It is juts a wish.

It might be a wish, but again, we need to look at the second chapter to see where the story is headed, cause that one is the most important chapter for the survival of any series because now it would have to involve more than the character itself, but to expand the plot and see what else the protagonist is going to get involved in.

 

[FantasticFootno]

I am pretty sure all 3 of this batch won't survive long term, but I can see a reality where they all live for 20+ chapters, before a true victor is established.

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In terms of upcoming Jump covers. The 2/16 cover will be akane, then witch watch probably (2/23?), but then either march 2nd or 9th will probably be a One Piece cover for season 2 of the live action. So there's really only one mystery cover for the next month.

 

[Phantom RPG]

I am pretty sure all 3 of this batch won't survive long term, but I can see a reality where they all live for 20+ chapters, before a true victor is established.

--- Double Post Merged, Feb 10, 2026, Original Post Date: Feb 10, 2026 ---

In terms of upcoming Jump covers. The 2/16 cover will be akane, then witch watch probably (2/23?), but then either march 2nd or 9th will probably be a One Piece cover for season 2 of the live action. So there's really only one mystery cover for the next month.

Blue Box. It makes the most sense, otherwise it's either Sakamoto Days or Ichi The Witch.

 

[icrawfish]

I am pretty sure all 3 of this batch won't survive long term, but I can see a reality where they all live for 20+ chapters, before a true victor is established.

--- Double Post Merged, Feb 10, 2026, Original Post Date: Feb 10, 2026 ---

In terms of upcoming Jump covers. The 2/16 cover will be akane, then witch watch probably (2/23?), but then either march 2nd or 9th will probably be a One Piece cover for season 2 of the live action. So there's really only one mystery cover for the next month.

I hope at least one of this new batch probes it’s mettle enough to last a few rounds: if not, we’ll have had 6 back-to-back flops, which is not a great place to be (I say, despite us coming off the 10-flop streak between Hakutaku and PPP where the longest series among them barely broke 30 chapters).

That being said, I don’t think I currently want any of these series at the expense of any of our survivor-tier series. That could change, and we definitely wouldn’t need to get rid of any of those to make room for another survivor. But we’re still early in this batch, so we’ll have to let it marinate.