Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Culling Game PV Released! King Gnu Performs OP "AIZO" & Voice Cast Revealed
"Jump Festa 2026" was grandly held today (December 20th), and the latest information for the highly anticipated winter blockbuster—"Jujutsu Kaisen" Anime Season 3 "Culling Game Arc: Part 1"—has finally been released!
At the Jump Super Stage, the official unveiled a new PV filled with a solemn and deadly atmosphere, while also revealing the luxurious voice actor cast for key characters such as Kinji Hakari and Hiromi Higuruma. The popular band King Gnu announced their third return, contributing the brand new opening theme song "AIZO" for this installment, instantly igniting excitement across social media.
Analysis of Key Plot Points in the Culling Game PV
The latest PV officially announces the start of "mutual slaughter among jujutsu sorcerers"—the Culling Game.
The video reveals the resolute figures of Yuji Itadori and Megumi Fushiguro as they plunge into this death game, along with several breathtaking intense battle scenes:
- Clash Between Fellow Students: The tense life-or-death struggle between Yuji and his senior Yuta Okkotsu
- Zenin Family Grudge: The high-speed duel between Choso and Naoya Zenin
- Mysterious New Force: The mysterious girl with an angelic appearance and the third-year students of Tokyo Jujutsu High officially make their appearance
Voice Actor Cast for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Announced
Among this information, what most surprised fans was undoubtedly the voice actor choices for the core characters of the Culling Game arc:
Kinji Hakari CV: Kazuya Nakai A third-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High, suspended due to conflicts with the conservative upper echelons. As an underground gambling ring operator, he loves "the heat" and gambling. Yuta once commented: "When he's on a roll, he's stronger than me."
Kirara Hoshi CV: Yūki Sakakibara A third-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High, nicknaming Hakari "Kin-chan," and is Hakari's closest companion.
Hiromi Higuruma CV: Tomokazu Sugita A modern sorcerer who awakened during the Culling Game, formerly a defense attorney. This complex character, filled with a sense of justice yet caught in contradictions, is portrayed by veteran voice actor Tomokazu Sugita.
Fumihiko Takaba CV: Satoshi Tsuruoka A newly awakened modern sorcerer, who before awakening was a 35-year-old comedian who couldn't gain popularity.
Reggie Star CV: Yutaka Aoyama A past sorcerer resurrected through incarnation, currently recruiting powerful companions to deal with the upheaval of the Culling Game.
Kogane CV: Neeko A shikigami attached to every player, responsible for serving as the Culling Game's interface and guide.
King Gnu Collaborates for the Third Time, Contributing OP "AIZO"
Following "Ichizu"/"Sakayume" for "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" and "SPECIALZ" for Season 2's "Shibuya Incident," King Gnu has confirmed their third collaboration with "Jujutsu Kaisen."
This opening theme is titled "AIZO". The King Gnu team stated that this is a song that "updates the classic King Gnu style in a new way." The latest PV already offers a sneak peek of this intense track.
Original Work Sales Surpass 150 Million and Spinoff Release News
The "Jujutsu Kaisen" series manga, created by Gege Akutami, has surpassed 150 million copies in global cumulative circulation (including digital versions).
The near-future derivative spinoff manga "Jujutsu Kaisen ≡" Volume 1 is confirmed for official release on January 5, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
Q: When will Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 air? A: Anime Season 3 "Culling Game Arc: Part 1" is scheduled to premiere in Winter 2026. Please follow official announcements for the exact date.
Q: Who is the voice actor for Kinji Hakari? A: Kinji Hakari is voiced by Kazuya Nakai, while Hiromi Higuruma is portrayed by Tomokazu Sugita.
Q: Which songs has King Gnu sung for Jujutsu Kaisen? A: King Gnu has performed the movie themes "Ichizu"/"Sakayume," the Season 2 theme "SPECIALZ," and will perform "AIZO" for Season 3.
With the anime's third season about to begin airing, early 2026 is sure to see another surge of Jujutsu Kaisen fever. Sorcerers, are you ready for this killing game?



