Kagurabachi Chapter 48: Release Date and Time, Where to Read, and What to Expect

According to Shueisha’s MANGA Plus website, Kagurabachi chapter 48 will be released in Weekly Shonen Jump’s 41st issue on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 12 am JST. Due to the different time zones, readers outside of Japan can access the chapter for free on Sunday, September 8, 2024.

The previous chapter uncovered the link between Yoji Uruha and the Kunishige. Yoji was entrusted with the Enchanted Blade, Kumeyuri, by the master blacksmith. Additionally, Chihiro and Hakuri encountered Yoji and made sure he was safe during the events of the chapter.

Kagurabachi: Chapter 48 Release Date and Time

MANGA Plus has announced that Kagurabachi chapter 48 will be available on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 12 am JST in Weekly Shonen Jump issue #41. However, due to varying time zones, many manga fans will have access to the chapter earlier on Sunday, September 8, 2024.

The release dates and timings for Kagurabachi chapter 48, according to the corresponding time zones, are as follows:

Time Zones	Date	Time
Pacific Daylight Time	Sunday, September 8	8 AM
Eastern Daylight Time	Sunday, September 8	11 AM
Greenwich Mean Time	Sunday, September 8	3 PM
Central European Time	Sunday, September 8	4 PM
Indian Standard Time	Sunday, September 8	8:30 PM
Philippine Standard Time	Sunday, September 8	11 PM
Japanese Standard Time	Monday, September 9	12 AM
Australian Central Standard Time	Monday, September 9	12:30 AM

Where to read Kagurabachi chapter 48?

Chihiro as seen in the manga (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

Fans of Takeru Hokazono’s manga and readers of manga can access chapter 48 of Kagurabachi without charge on various platforms affiliated with Shueisha, including the official MANGA Plus site, the MANGA Plus app, the Shonen Jump+ app, and VIZ Media’s official website.

Nevertheless, on these platforms, readers are only able to access the initial chapter and the most recent three for free. However, for the Shonen Jump+ app, a paid subscription is necessary for fans to read every chapter. Additionally, a subscription is also required on MANGA Plus to continue reading the series beyond the initial six free chapters.

Recap of Kagurabachi Chapter 47

The opening of the chapter, titled Uruha, features a monologue from Yoji Uruha. In it, he reflects on how he was entrusted by Kunishige Rokuhira with the Enchanted Blade, Kumeyuri, to aid in the Seitei war. After the war, Uruha willingly returns the blade to Rokuhira and never hears from him again.

After fifteen years, he is devastated upon discovering his death. The Kamunabi elite forces also reveal to him the existence of the seventh Enchanted Blade and Kunishige’s son, but the sorcerer is unable to fathom the idea of the blacksmith having a child.

In the present time, the chapter reveals that Uruha was instructed by one of the Kamunabi sorcerers to escape to the Atago station. The sorcerer informs Yoji Uruha that he will contact Kamunabi HQ to request reinforcements. Eventually, Hakuri is able to find the sorcerer due to his distinct appearance.

Yoji learns about Kunishige's son (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha) — Yoji learns about Kunishige’s son (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

Despite his doubts, Uruha remains wary of Hakuri’s ability to defend him against the powerful Hishaku assassins, who possess powers equivalent to Enchanted Blades. As they continue their journey, Hakuri notices that Uruha is carrying a blade and inquires about it. Uruha explains that it is a regular blade he carries for self-defense.

In the chapter, a flashback occurs in which Chihiro reveals to Hakuri that he possesses a unique ability. Chihiro explains that most people are only able to harness a single type of Spirit Energy, and even then, their abilities are limited. However, once an individual enters into an Eternal Contract with an Enchanted Blade, their original sorcery is forfeited.

As a result, the Enchanted Blades’ contractors are vulnerable without the aid of sorcery and their blades. The story then shifts back to the current moment, where a group of Hishaku members have cornered Yoji Uruha and Hakuri. In his attempt to use Isou, the young Sazanami sorcerer collapses.

Yoji Uruha, as seen in the chapter (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

With no alternative available, Yoji Uruha showcases his exceptional sword skills to eliminate four assassins. Afterward, he and Hakuri board a train and observe a larger group of Hishaku mobs. However, Chihiro Rokuhira, who is already on the train, swiftly defeats the mobs with his powerful Enten.

Chihiro gives Yoji his word that he and Hakuri will continue to protect him. Yoji notices similarities between Chihiro and Kunishige. The chapter concludes with Yoji declaring his determination to fight for the Rokuhira once more.

Predictions for Kagurabachi Chapter 48

Chihiro comes to Yoji's rescue (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha) — Chihiro comes to Yoji’s rescue (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

Based on the events of the previous chapter, it is expected that Kagurabachi chapter 48 will feature Chihiro and Hakuri bringing Yoji to the Kamunabi headquarters in order to learn more about his Enchanted Blade, Kumeyuri. Yoji Uruha might also inquire about Chihiro’s past, as he has a great admiration for Kunishige.

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