Kagurabachi Chapter 132 Delayed: New Release Date, Hiatus Reason, and Schedule Explained

By ZealPlane Manga Desk | Senior Pop Culture & Manga Analyst | ZealPlane Chronicles

If you were getting ready for Kagurabachi Chapter 132 this Sunday, you will need to hold off for another week. Weekly Shonen Jump announced that the series is taking a short, scheduled pause following an illness contracted by series creator Takeru Hokazono.

The reassuring news for readers is that this is not an extended hiatus. Hokazono has already recovered, and the manga is locked in to return in Weekly Shonen Jump Issue 44.

Kagurabachi Chapter 132 Exact Release Schedule

The official chapter will arrive on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 12:00 AM Japan Standard Time. For international readers reading through official simulpub services like Manga Plus and Viz Media, the chapter drops simultaneously across global time zones on Sunday, September 27:

Pacific Time (US): 8:00 AM, Sunday, September 27
Eastern Time (US): 11:00 AM, Sunday, September 27
British Summer Time (UK): 4:00 PM, Sunday, September 27
Indian Standard Time (India): 8:30 PM, Sunday, September 27
Japan Standard Time: 12:00 AM, Monday, September 28

Why Was the Chapter Delayed?

The delay was prompted by sudden illness on the author's part right as Issue 42–43 was going to press. Manga production schedules in Weekly Shonen Jump are famously tight, leaving virtually zero buffer when a creator falls sick.

Shueisha's editorial team confirmed that Hokazono has completed his recovery, but taking this week off allows the production pipeline to reset without sacrificing the visual detail the series is known for. Earlier in 2026, the series took a brief health break before returning with Chapters 127 through 131. This latest delay is simply a one-week breather, not a sign of long-term trouble.

Quick Recap: Where Did Chapter 131 Leave the Story?

For those tracking the current arc, Chapter 131 ended right as tensions reached a boiling point:

Chihiro is still managing the physical toll and spirit-energy strain of wielding Enten in high-stakes duels.
The power balance following the Rakuzaichi auction fallout continues shifting as rival sorcerer factions maneuver for control of the remaining Enchanted Blades.
The Hishaku syndicate's broader master plan is starting to surface, meaning Chapter 132 is positioned to kick off the next major phase of confrontation.

When to Expect Genuine Chapter 132 Spoilers

Because of the one-week shift, the entire leak and spoiler cycle moves back as well:

Raw scans and translated spoiler summaries normally surface roughly 3 to 4 days ahead of the Japanese print release.
Expect credible spoiler panels around Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Any social media posts or TikTok clips claiming to have full Chapter 132 leaks right now are fan-made theories and fake script summaries. Chapter 131 remains the latest canon chapter available anywhere.

Where to Read Kagurabachi Chapter 132 Online for Free

When the chapter drops on September 28, you do not need to rely on pirated mirror websites filled with redirect ads and malware. You can read it 100% free and legal on launch day:

Manga Plus by Shueisha: Available on web browsers worldwide. Shueisha offers the first three and latest three chapters completely free without requiring an account or credit card.
Viz Media (Shonen Jump): Available through the official Shonen Jump app and web portal.

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