Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 8 'Tokyo No. 1 Colony' release date, time and what to expect

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 8 premieres on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Anime fans across the world are expecting its release and as is tradition with MAPPA’s major releases, the episode will first air on Japanese networks like MBS and TBS at midnight JST. For international audiences, the episode typically becomes available shortly after the Japanese broadcast concludes, following a brief period for subtitling and localization across global servers.

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 8: Indian Release Timings

For fans in India, the wait for the latest chapter of the Culling Game will end on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Based on the official Japanese broadcast at 12:26 AM JST (Thursday night/Friday morning), the episode is expected to be available for Indian viewers between 9:30 PM and 10:30 PM IST on Thursday. Indian audiences can officially stream the episode on Crunchyroll, followed by a release on Netflix, though a slight delay may occur between platforms.

Jujutsu Kaisen S3 Ep 8: Global Release Schedule and Regional Times

The global premiere follows a staggered rollout shortly after the initial airing on 28 stations across the MBS/TBS network in Japan.

• United States & Canada: Fans on the East Coast can expect the drop around 11:00 AM ET, while West Coast viewers should see it by 8:00 AM PT.
• United Kingdom: The episode will likely be accessible at 4:00 PM GMT.
• Europe: Access is anticipated around 5:00 PM CET.

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Jujutsu Kaisen Latest Episode: Where to Watch

Crunchyroll remains the primary global destination for Jujutsu Kaisen, providing high-definition streaming with subtitles in multiple languages including English, Spanish, and Portuguese. In Southeast Asia and India, Netflix also carries the series, typically updating its library shortly after the global simulcast concludes. To support the production house MAPPA, viewers are encouraged to use these official platforms for the best viewing experience.

What to Expect in Episode 8

This episode, "Tokyo No. 1 Colony ②," marks the formal introduction of Hiromi Higuruma, a player who once sought truth in the courtroom but has now found himself entangled in the robbery and murder case of a man named Oe. As Yuji and Megumi are transported to different locations within the colony, the episode focuses on their individual struggles to find Higuruma amidst the chaos of the Culling Game. Viewers should prepare for a shift in tone as the anime explores Higuruma's backstory and Yuji's internal guilt in a world where the lines of morality are increasingly blurred.