How many volumes of Chainsaw Man are there?

How many volumes of Chainsaw Man are there? As of 2024, there are 15 volumes of Chainsaw Man Part 1 available, with the series continuing to expand through its second part.

Chainsaw Man Part 1: Public Safety Arc

The original Chainsaw Man series, written and illustrated by Tatsuki Fujimoto, concluded its first part with 11 volumes published between October 2019 and December 2020. These volumes cover Denji's initial journey as the Chainsaw Devil and his experiences with the Public Safety Devil Hunters.

Volume Breakdown

- Volumes 1-11: Complete Public Safety Arc

- Each volume typically contains 8-10 chapters

- Total of 97 chapters in Part 1

Chainsaw Man Part 2: School Arc

In July 2022, Fujimoto launched Chainsaw Man Part 2, subtitled the "School Arc," which continues the story with new characters while maintaining connections to the original cast. As of late 2024, 4 volumes of Part 2 have been released, bringing the total count to 15 volumes.

Current Status

- Part 2 Volume 1: Released July 2023

- Part 2 Volume 4: Latest release as of 2024

- New volumes typically release every 3-4 months

Publication Schedule

Unlike Part 1, which was published weekly in Weekly Shonen Jump, Part 2 follows an irregular schedule on Shonen Jump+. This affects the volume release timeline, with longer gaps between publications compared to the original series.

What's Next?

Fujimoto has indicated that Chainsaw Man will consist of three parts total, meaning more volumes are planned for the future. The series has also spawned a successful anime adaptation and continues to be one of the most popular manga series globally.

With Part 2 ongoing and Part 3 planned, now is the perfect time to catch up on this acclaimed series and experience why Chainsaw Man has captured readers worldwide.