Hunter x Hunter Chapter 401 Released: Key Updates on the Series’ Future

Hunter x Hunter Chapter 401 has finally been released, bringing exciting updates regarding the future of the manga.

Fans have anticipated this new chapter for nearly two years, primarily due to the ongoing health issues faced by the creator, Yoshihiro Togashi. Earlier this year, there was a glimmer of hope when Togashi began to share updates on X/Twitter, indicating he was in the process of completing chapters, which hinted that multiple installments might be on the way.

The fresh chapter debuted in the most recent issue of Weekly Shonen Jump, along with information about the upcoming journey of Gon and his companions. This is the news many fans have been eagerly waiting for.

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“Given Mr. Togashi’s health status and after discussions with the editorial team, we’ve decided that from now on, the manga will be released in a manner that does not follow a weekly schedule,” Shonen Jump announced.

This means that new chapters of Hunter x Hunter will be published intermittently, allowing Yoshihiro the flexibility to work according to his well-being without the stress of a rigid timetable. This adjustment appears to be a much healthier path forward.

The statement praised Togashi’s commitment, noting his determination to culminate the story. “Mr. Togashi is actively writing the narrative moving forward, and the editorial team will provide continued support until the series concludes,” they mentioned.

Although no specific timeline has been communicated for Hunter x Hunter Chapter 402, Yoshihiro confirmed via X/Twitter that it is complete. Therefore, the forthcoming strategy remains uncertain. Monthly releases could be a reasonable approach, allowing for the creation of additional chapters as fans enjoy the content at hand.

Additionally, the future of the anime adaptation remains unclear. However, these questions will be addressed in due course. For now, it’s simply wonderful to see Hunter x Hunter make a return, and for Yoshihiro to experience an improvement in his health.

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