Is Blue Box Ending Soon? Shonen Jump’s Next Big Series Exit!

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Weekly Shonen Jump, published by Shueisha, has experienced significant shifts this year, with two of its prominent series nearing completion, and it appears another may be reaching its finale soon. In just the last few years, the publication has undergone substantial changes: My Hero Academia and Jujutsu Kaisen concluded in 2024, and at the beginning of 2025, Mission: Yozakura Family and Undead Unluck also came to an end. These conclusions mark a new chapter for the magazine.

Shonen Jump has been seeking fresh faces to represent their magazine, since many of their long-running series from the late 2010s and early 2020s have concluded. This change means that some stories were cut short, but those fortunate enough to continue are nearing their conclusions. That’s exactly what’s happening with Kouji Miura’s “Blue Box,” as its narrative appears to be approaching its peak.

Is Blue Box Going to End?

To predict if a Shonen Jump series will conclude, some factors need consideration. Often, a series will announce a concluding story arc that fans can follow along with, which is typical for most of these series. However, there are instances where the ending catches fans off guard, with the finale being hinted at or even revealed before the last chapters are published. If an end isn’t officially announced yet, it’s also essential to notice changes in the series’ tone, as this can sometimes suggest that the story is wrapping up.

The accelerated pace of Astro Royale’s final tournament, following its cancellation announcement after a year, is quite evident. However, Blue Box has managed to maintain a consistent rhythm in telling its romantic story, and as it approaches chapter 200, it appears that there isn’t much narrative left. This might suggest that the series could be wrapping up soon.

I’ve been following the tale spun by Blue Box, a story that revolves around two high school athletes, Taiki and Chinatsu, who found themselves entwined in romance while pursuing their respective athletic dreams. However, as Chinatsu prepares to bid farewell to her high school years and her sports career comes to an end, it’s now Taiki’s turn to prepare for his own imminent conclusion. Their paths will soon diverge, taking them on separate journeys from this point forward. Yet, in Chapter 196 of the manga, their love has been tangibly, passionately affirmed through a fresh demonstration of affection. For now, that’s about as far as things go.

The “Blue Box” series might suggest an endless narrative journey tracking the characters’ lives into maturity, but that’s not the underlying theme portrayed by the show thus far. Instead, it has emphasized the idea that individuals must progress beyond high school and adapt their aspirations as they grow. Therefore, prolonging the series for fan satisfaction would contradict this core message. The time of these characters is limited, so it’s fitting to allow them to move on gracefully, reflecting the natural passage of life.

What Will This Mean for Shonen Jump?

The “Blue Box” storyline might persist if it delves deeper into the romantic entanglements of secondary characters, but there’s not a lot of material left in that area either. Other relationships have been hinted at alongside Taiki and Chinatsu’s narrative, but they are not central to the series. It appears more probable that after wrapping up Taiki’s school life and perhaps exploring future romances, “Blue Box” will come to an end.

It appears that the story might not conclude as quickly as it seems due to further aspects creator Kouji Miura could explore, yet the main romantic plot has reached such an advanced stage that prolonging it may diminish its intensity. This suggests Shonen Jump may soon lose another series this year and needs fresh successes to maintain its momentum. Several upcoming releases are poised to replace it due to strong debuts, but this brings a lot of expectation.

When “Blue Box” concludes, Shonen Jump will certainly miss it. Unlike other romance stories in Shonen Jump, such as Genki Ono’s “Hima-Ten!”, which follows a traditional approach and has already released over 50 chapters featuring a group of young women competing for the protagonist’s affection, “Blue Box” offers something distinctly different. While “Hima-Ten!” shares similarities with classic Shonen Jump romantic comedies in its nostalgic presentation, it does not quite satisfy the same craving that “Blue Box” does.

The unique “Blue Box” series stands out due to its blend of heartwarming romance and intense high school sports drama, further enhanced by Miura’s stunning artwork. There’s nothing quite like it in Shonen Jump, making it a truly exceptional read. If this is indeed the final act, Shonen Jump enthusiasts may soon bid farewell to a series that provides a significant dose of happiness with each new installment. We’ll find out soon enough if these speculations are true.

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2025-05-18 22:15