Kagurabachi chapter 81 is scheduled to be released on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 12 am JST in Weekly Shonen Jump's 27th issue, according to Shueisha's MANGA Plus site. However, due to varying time zones, most manga readers can access the chapter on Sunday, June 1, 2025.
In the previous chapter, Hakuri Sazanami discovered the Hishaku's master plan to use hostages for infiltrating the Kamunabi headquarters. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Hakuri found himself in a secret room. After defeating two Kamunabi sorcerers, who were forced to fight him, Hakuri decided to head to the frontline as a core fighter.
Kagurabachi chapter 81 release date and time

As per Shueisha's MANGA Plus website, Kagurabachi chapter 81 will be released on Monday, June 2, 2025, at 12 am JST in Weekly Shonen Jump issue #27. Yet, because of the varying time zones, many interested manga fans can access the chapter earlier on June 1, 2025.
The release dates and times for Kagurabachi chapter 81, according to the relevant time zones, are listed below:
Where to read Kagurabachi chapter 81?

Manga enthusiasts and fans of Takeru Hokazono can read Kagurabachi chapter 81 on several Shueisha-affiliated services, including the MANGA Plus site, the MANGA Plus app, the Shonen Jump+ app, and the official VIZ Media site.
However, fans can only access the first chapter and the latest three chapters for free on these services, except for the Shonen Jump+ app, which requires a paid subscription to access all chapters. Similarly, fans need a subscription to MANGA Plus if they want to read beyond the free chapters.
Kagurabachi chapter 80 recap

The chapter begins with Kudo showing Hakuri a vast collection of books on sorcery, housed in Kamunabi's largest library on the second floor. He reveals that he can match Masumi in craftsmanship if he memorizes everything in this room. Meanwhile, Hakuri hears a commotion above. Kudo says it's probably Azami brawling.
Hakuri wonders if the force field is susceptible to damage. However, Kudo mentions that seven skilled operators constantly monitor the barriers, including their repairs. Therefore, it's nearly impossible for an outsider to breach the force field.
Meanwhile, the vibrations grow louder. Kudo realizes that Ichiki must have joined the battle as well. According to Kudo, every upper echelon at Kamunabi is highly skilled. Yet, Azami is on another level. In addition, the organization has other elite fighters, each with their own troops.

On the other hand, the organization has skilled combatants who have passed the basic curriculum. However, passing Kamunabi's curriculum means acquiring one-third of the knowledge from the library. Hakuri realizes that being a Kamunabi member is challenging.
At this moment, Ishihira, one of Kamunabi's instructors, arrives at the scene. He mentions how much he loves the country. However, Ishihira also explains that he loves his daughter more. Just as he says this, he pulls a knife from his pocket and slits his throat. At this moment, Hakuri and Kudo observe Pine Tree Sorcery emerging from Ishihira's corpse.

The Pine Tree Sorcery rapidly spreads and nearly engulfs the floor. The chapter then shows Kudo's sacrifice as he sends Hakuri to a secret room opened with his sorcery, telling him not to worry about him. Meanwhile, the sorcerers operating the force field detect unregistered sorcery at four locations.
Elsewhere, a Hishaku sorcerer orders someone on the phone to release Ishihira's daughter since he has done his job. He checks Ishihira's name off a list and informs the soldiers to do their part. Meanwhile, Hakuri confronts two Kamunabi sorcerers who intend to use him as bait to lure out the core fighters.

One of them apologizes to Hakuri, saying it's for their family. Hakuri recalls Ishihira mentioning something similar before his death. Suddenly, he realizes that the Hishaku must have used the Kamunabi members' families as hostages. Yet, he isn’t willing to back down. Hakuri uses his Isou to subjugate the sorcerers and prepares to head into the unknown.
The Sazanami sorcerer recalls that he must carry out his job and secure the Shinuchi, or else the nation will be doomed. He also remembers that Chihiro is fighting somewhere. The chapter concludes with Hakuri determined to go to the frontline as a core fighter.
What to expect in Kagurabachi chapter 81? (speculative)

Given how the latest issue ended, Kagurabachi chapter 81 has many events to focus on. For instance, the chapter could shift to Azami's battle with the Hishaku sorcerer. Similarly, the chapter may showcase Chihiro Rokuhira demonstrating his powers against Samura.
Kagurabachi chapter 81 might also continue Hakuri's narrative and show him inching closer to the Shinuchi's location.
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