Hunter x Hunter is Back! When Does Chapter 402 Come Out?

After a long hiatus, Yoshihiro Togashi, the creator of Hunter x Hunter, has made his grand return to the pages of Weekly Shōnen Jump. The highly anticipated chapter 401 was published on October 6, 2024, marking the end of nearly a two-year break. The author, often slowed by health issues, now has a more flexible publishing schedule, which may mean irregular releases in the future.

Chapter 402 of Hunter x Hunter is set to be released on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at 5:00 PM, and will be available for free on Mangaplus. Spoilers are expected to circulate as early as October 10, similar to what happens with One Piece.

Togashi has also revealed that he has prepared up to chapter 419. While this reassures fans regarding continuity, releases might still be spaced out depending on the author's health.

Summary of Chapter 401

Titled Moonlight, chapter 401 features Longhi, who reveals his Nen technique, "Transparent Words." This ability allows him to sign temporary contracts, either to borrow skills or restrict someone's actions, but it requires voluntary consent. Kurapika, armed with a gun, attempts to negotiate with him and makes a surprising revelation: she claims to be Netero's daughter and has had Nen since birth. Additionally, Longhi is said to be cursed, with the curse activating upon his death.

For those unfamiliar, Hunter x Hunter is a manga created by Yoshihiro Togashi. It follows the adventures of Gon Freecss, a young boy who seeks to become a Hunter, an elite adventurer, in order to find his father. The story blends action, strategy, and mystery in a rich universe filled with fantastic creatures and a power system called "Nen," which has inspired thousands of mangas across Japan.