Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 5 shifts focus from Maki: Plot, release date, time, platform, story and more to expect

Jujutsu Kaisen season 3’s fifth episode is just hours away from streaming. The series, which was trending in episode 4 because of Maki Zenin, will now explore Yuji Itadori and Megumi Fushiguro’s story. Titled ‘Fever/Heat,’ here’s everything you can expect from the upcoming episode of Jujutsu Kaisen season 3.

What all to expect from Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 5 featuring Yuji Itadori and Megumi Fushiguro?

After the craze of Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 4 (Perfect Preparation Arc), featuring Maki Zenin in the lead role, the focus shifts to Yuji Itadori and Megumi Fushiguro. Principal Masamichi Yaga (night moth) is guilty and sentenced to death. Yuji and Megumi leave Nasei Palace to find a powerful entity who can help them in Culling Game. Kinji Hakari happens to be that very ally. Yuji and Megumi must now hide their identity and infiltrate the club as sorcerers looking for a fight (thus the title). Interestingly, the episode will mark Hakari’s long-awaited debut. As for his introduction, it is again inspired from the cult, Fight Club.

Apart from the much-awaited moment, there’s also a heavy moment in Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 5 that the fans have to look forward to - Panda’s reaction to his creator’s fate. The episode could very well mark the turning point of the season (and the beginning of Culling Game).

What were the reactions for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 4 like?

Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 4 was tagged as the best episode by the netizens. The focus was on Maki whose fights gained immense attention on the internet. The netizens tagged the episode as the best of 2026 already!

What is the release date, time and platform for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 5?

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, Episode 5 (Fire) is scheduled to release today i.e. on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 10:30 PM IST.

FAQs

Q. What is Jujutsu Kaisen about?

A. A high‑schooler named Yuji Itadori swallows a cursed talisman (a finger of the demon Ryōmen Sukuna) and becomes a cursed vessel. To protect the world, he enrolls at Tokyo Jujutsu High, where sorcerers battle curses and uncover dark conspiracies.

Q. How many seasons are there in Jujutsu Kaisen?

A. Two full seasons have aired so far – Season 1 (24 episodes) and Season 2 (with episodes covering the “Hidden Inventory” and “Shibuya Incident” arcs).

Q. When did the anime Jujutsu Kaisen premiere?

A. The first episode aired on October 2 2020.

Q. How many episodes are in the series Jujutsu Kaisen?

A. Currently 48 episodes across the two seasons.