Kagurabachi Chapter 49: Release Date, Time, Reading Guide, Expectations, and More

Kagurabachi chapter 49 is scheduled for release on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 12 am JST in the 42nd issue of Weekly Shonen Jump, as stated on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus website. However, due to time zone differences, fans outside of Japan can access the chapter earlier on September 15, 2024.

In chapter 48, Chihiro Rokuhira revealed Hishaku’s intentions and the reality of the weapons he observed at Kokugoku to Uruha. Meanwhile, the Kokugoku Steam Squad defeated Hishaku’s assassins yet soon faced total annihilation at the hands of Hirohiko, a member of Hishaku.

Kagurabachi Chapter 49 Release Date and Time

As per MANGA Plus, Kagurabachi chapter 49 will be available on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 12 am JST, coinciding with Weekly Shonen Jump’s issue #42. Due to varied global time zones, most manga enthusiasts can read the chapter a day earlier on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

The exact release dates and times for Kagurabachi chapter 49 in different time zones are as follows:

Time Zones	Date	Time
Pacific Daylight Time	Sunday, September 15	8 AM
Eastern Daylight Time	Sunday, September 15	11 AM
Greenwich Mean Time	Sunday, September 15	3 PM
Central European Time	Sunday, September 15	4 PM
Indian Standard Time	Sunday, September 15	8:30 PM
Philippine Standard Time	Sunday, September 15	11 PM
Japanese Standard Time	Monday, September 16	12 AM
Australian Central Standard Time	Monday, September 16	12:30 AM

Where to Read Kagurabachi Chapter 49?

Chihiro as seen in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

Manga fans can enjoy Takeru Hokazono’s Kagurabachi chapter 49 for free on various Shueisha-affiliated platforms such as the MANGA Plus website, Shonen Jump+ app, and the official VIZ Media website.

Note that only the first and the latest chapters are accessible for free across these platforms, with the Shonen Jump+ app requiring a subscription to access all chapters. A monetary subscription is also necessary on the MANGA Plus platform to read beyond the six free chapters.

Kagurabachi Chapter 48 Recap

Chapter 48 starts with Chihiro informing Hakuri and Uruha that he has relocated the others to a different vehicle and will ensure they get off at the next station. He reveals they are en route to the Senkutsuji Temple.

Meanwhile, Uruha observes Chihiro, noticing aspects reminiscent of Kunishige. He requests to see Chihiro’s Enten, which he treats with curiosity. The chapter features a heartfelt dialogue between Chihiro and Uruha about Chihiro’s father, Kunishige.

Uruha is pleased that Kunishige did not have to live alone for those fifteen years. As their conversation develops, Chihiro discusses Hishaku’s plans with Uruha.

Uruha, as seen in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

Chihiro elaborates that the weapons he saw at Kokugoku Fortress were crafted by Genichi Sojo, using the source material from Enchanted Blade, called Datenseki. He acknowledges having previously encountered someone wielding such a weapon.

Chihiro expresses surprise at Hishaku’s ability to produce them in bulk. He assesses Hishaku’s strategy as likely involving higher-ranking members orchestrating events from the shadows, while hired assassins handle the more direct confrontations.

Uruha argues that defeating Kamunabi’s elite guards would not be simple due to their superior agility, strength, and coordination. The narrative shifts to the Kokugoku Steam Squad, who successfully fend off multiple Hishaku assassins using strategic teamwork.

Kokugoku Steam Squad (Image via Shueisha)

One assassin learns of Uruha’s intent to head to Senkutsuji Temple and seeks to ambush him there. The scene then transitions to a mysterious Hishaku member, Hirohiko, who is determined to advance with their plan. He boards the train after leaving the bodies of Kokugoku Steam Squad members behind.

The chapter culminates with Hirohiko entering the train’s first compartment, where Chihiro is waiting, setting the stage for an intense confrontation.

What to Expect in Kagurabachi Chapter 49? (Speculative)

Hirohiko in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

With the cliffhanger from the previous chapter, Kagurabachi chapter 49 is expected to showcase Chihiro Rokuhira unleashing his Enten powers against Hirohiko. However, the nature of Hirohiko’s abilities remains uncertain.

The narrative hints that Hirohiko may not need to directly engage the Enten user to eliminate Uruha, intensifying the anticipation for Kagurabachi chapter 49, where Hirohiko’s magical powers may be revealed.

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