Oshi no Ko Chapter 162 Release Date and Time: What to Expect and More Insights

Oshi no Ko chapter 162 is scheduled for release on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at 12 AM JST. Following a brief hiatus, this popular manga series is set to unveil its next chapter next week. Fans can read Oshi no Ko manga on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus.

In the previous chapter, Aqua Hoshino threatened to kill Hikaru Kamiki, which led to an intervention from his father, who made him realize that such actions would jeopardize both his and Ruby’s future as an idol. Subsequently, Aqua devised a plan to stab himself, framing Hikaru for attempted murder. After that, Aqua and his father jumped off a cliff, resulting in their tragic demise.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the Oshi no Ko manga.

Oshi no Ko Chapter 162 Release Date and Time

Hikaru and Aqua as seen in the Oshi no Ko manga (Image via Shueisha)

According to Shueisha’s MANGA Plus, Oshi no Ko chapter 162 will release on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, for most global audiences. In Japan, the chapter will be available on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at 12 AM JST.

Although the chapter is released simultaneously worldwide, the specific release dates differ due to time zone variations.

Here is when Oshi no Ko chapter 162 will be available worldwide:

Time Zone	Release Time	Release Day	Release Date
Pacific Daylight Time	8 am	Wednesday	October 2
Eastern Daylight Time	11 am	Wednesday	October 2
British Summer Time	4 pm	Wednesday	October 2
Central European Summer Time	5 pm	Wednesday	October 2
Indian Standard Time	8:30 pm	Wednesday	October 2
Philippine Standard Time	11 pm	Wednesday	October 2
Japanese Standard Time	12 am	Thursday	October 3
Australia Central Standard Time	12:30 am	Thursday	October 3

Where to Read Oshi no Ko Chapter 162?

Arima Kana as seen in the Oshi no Ko manga (Image via Shueisha)

Fans can read Oshi no Ko chapter 162 on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus. The mobile app and website allow fans to access all chapters of the manga for free, though the website offers the latest six chapters at no cost.

Oshi no Ko Chapter 161 Recap

Aqua Hoshino as seen in the Oshi no Ko manga (Image via Shueisha)

In chapter 161, titled ‘Future,’ Hikaru Kamiki attempted to show Aqua that if he chose to kill him, it would lead to dire consequences. This action would save Ruby’s future but could ruin her idol career, as she would be known as the “murderer’s sister.”Aqua then concocted a scheme to frame Hikaru for murder, stabbing himself and dragging Hikaru with him off a cliff, leading to a precarious situation for both characters.

What to Expect from Oshi no Ko Chapter 162?

Crow Girl as seen in Oshi no Ko anime (Image via Doga Kobo)

Chapter 162 is likely to depict Aqua and Hikaru falling into water, raising the stakes for both characters as they may face drowning. However, it’s important to note that the Crow Girl was shown near a body of water, suggesting she could intervene to assist Aqua. Alternatively, there exists the possibility that Aqua might sacrifice himself in a final attempt to confront his father.

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