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JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is manga series written by Hirohiko Araki. The manga is separated into nine published parts, with the ninth currently ongoing.

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Starting in 2012, the series has been adapted into a TV anime by David Productions, and so far has adapted five seasons up to Part 6, with the sixth season having recently been announced.

Summary[]

JoJo was serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 1987 until 2004, then to monthly Ultra Jump from 2004 to present.

There are 137 volumes currently published in Japan. English publication started in 2015, with only six out of the nine parts currently completed. Hardcover Part 7 volumes began serialization in May 2025.

JoJo is separated into two continuities, one that released from 1987-2003 that stretched across six of the nine parts, and the other from 2004-present day that go across the seventh, eighth, and ninth parts.

The series is an anthology that follows a new protagonist with new supporting allies and villains in each part. Most of the protagonists are all nicknamed "JoJo," and are part of the extensive Joestar lineage. These characters, in order of appearance, go as follows:

In the original continuity: Jonathan Joestar, his grandson Joseph Joestar, his grandson Jotaro Kujo, illegitimate son of Joseph, Josuke Higashikata, son of Dio Brando, Giorno Giovanna, and daughter of Jotaro, Jolyne Cujoh.

In the second continuity: Johnny Joestar, his complicated ancestor, Josuke Higashikata, and Johnny's great-great-grandson, Jodio Joestar

In summary, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is about the strange and bizarre adventures that follow the Joestar bloodline, as they defeat enemies with the use of supernatural abilities such as Hamon, Stands, and Spin.

Series Overview[]

Phase One: Dio's Curse on the Joestars (1987-1992)[]

The original trilogy, ending with the final confrontation against DIO. It begins with three different JoJo’s, who would– in some sort of way– all be descendants of each other, and that their lives would be linked by a common curse, started by the vampire Dio.

Part 1: Phantom Blood (1987)[]

Phantom Blood
Phantom Blood

The first part of JoJo, set in England 1880, follows Jonathan Joestar in his training of Hamon in order to defeat his evil adopted brother Dio, who is transformed into an immortal vampire by an ancient Stone Mask. Jonathan uses Hamon, an ancient breathing technique passed down through the Zeppeli family, to defeat Dio and his horde of zombies and other vampires. At the end of the story, Jonathan sacrifices himself to defeat his adopted brother once and for all, helping his pregnant wife to live another day.

  • JoJo: Jonathan Joestar
  • Main antagonist: Dio Brando
  • Villainous faction: Dio's Zombies
  • Final boss: Dio's head
  • McGuffin: The Stone Mask
  • Adaptations: PS2 game, Film, Musical
  • Anime Adaptation: 2012
  • OP: Sono Chino Sadame
  • ED: Roundabout
  • Chapters: 44
  • Volumes: 5
  • Episodes: 9
  • Genre: Horror
  • Released: 1987
  • English Release: 2015
  • Pilot: Dio the Invader
  • Finale: The Final Ripple!

Part 2: Battle Tendency (1987-1989)[]

Battle Tendency
Battle Tendency

The second part, set in the year 1938, follows Jonathan's grandson Joseph Joestar. He too is trained in Hamon through Hamon master Lisa Lisa, who happens to be his own mother. Joseph comes face-to-face with the creators of the ancient Stone Mask, the Pillar Men, who are much stronger than a typical vampire. He must defeat this ancient race of super-beings with the help of Caesar Anthonio Zeppeli, Lisa Lisa, and Rudol Von Stroheim before they can recover the Red Stone of Aja and become rulers of the world. Battle Tendency ends with Joseph defeating Kars, at the expense of losing his right hand, and ending the story of the Stone Mask for good.

  • JoJo: Joseph Joestar
  • JoJo's Stand: Hermit Purple (Part 3)*
  • Main antagonist: Kars
  • Villainous faction: The Pillar Men
  • Final boss: The Ultimate Life Form
  • McGuffin: The Red Stone of Aja
  • Anime Adaptation: 2012
  • OP: Bloody Stream
  • ED: Roundabout
  • Chapters: 69
  • Volumes: 8
  • Episodes: 17
  • Genre: Martial Arts
  • Released: 1987-1989
  • English Release: 2015
  • Pilot: New York's JoJo
  • Finale: The Man Who Became a God

Part 3: Stardust Crusaders (1989-1992)[]

Stardust Crusaders
Stardust Crusaders

The third part, set in 1989, follows Joseph's grandson Jotaro Kujo as he journeys across the globe in 50 days in order to save his mother from a curse. This part introduces the concept of Stands, supernatural abilities that manifest as the form of the user's fighting spirit. Because DIO has been revived, he has unlocked his own Stand, giving everyone in the Joestar family an ability as well due to their psychic connection to Jonathan's body, which DIO now inhabits. The part concludes with the defeat of DIO at the hands of Jotaro and his Stand, Star Platinum, however at the cost of losing several allies on the long journey.

  • JoJo: Jotaro Kujo
  • JoJo's Stand: Star Platinum; The World
  • Main antagonist: DIO
  • Villain's Stand: The World
  • Villainous faction: DIO's Agents
  • Final boss: DIO High-Voltage
  • Mission: Defeat DIO in 50 days
  • Adaptations: Super Famicon game, OVA, Heritage to the Future (Arcade game), CD Drama
  • Anime Adaptation: 2014
  • OPs: Stand Proud, End of the World
  • EDs: Walk Like an Egyptian, Last Train Home
  • Chapters: 152
  • Volumes: 17
  • Episodes: 48
  • Genre: Save the world/ road trip
  • Released: 1989-1992
  • English Release: 2016-2017
  • Pilot: A Man Possessed by an Evil Spirit
  • Finale: The Faraway Journey, Farewell Friends

Phase Two: Joestar's Legacy (1992-2003)[]

This phase introduces the Stand Arrow and how it plays a role in the Joestar's history, and how it ends with them as well. This arc also finished off the story that began with the Joestars and DIO all the way back in 1880. Each part introduces and focuses on the child of one of the previous JoJo's: Josuke, son of Joseph, Giorno (technically) son of Jonathan, and Jolyne the daughter of Jotaro.

Part 4: Diamond is Unbreakable (1992-1995)[]

Diamond is Unbreakable
Diamond is Unbreakable

The fourth part is set in 1999 in the fictional city of Morioh Japan, and follows Joseph Joestar's illegitimate son, Josuke Higashikata. The story revolves around the mysteries of the small town that Josuke and his friends inhabit, as well as discovering the truth about the Stand Arrow and how it tempts the people of Morioh. Josuke and his friends also track down the illusive murderer, and Stand User, Yoshikage Kira. The story ends at Yoshikage Kira's defeat, and the golden heart of Morioh being preserved.

  • JoJo: Josuke Higashikata
  • JoJo's Stand: Crazy Diamond
  • Main antagonist: Yoshikage Kira
  • Villain's Stand: Killer Queen; Sheer Heart Attack; Bites the Dust
  • Villainous faction: Morioh Stand Users
  • Final boss: Killer Queen's Third Type Bomb: Bites the Dust
  • McGuffin: The Bow & Arrow
  • Adaptations: Film, Film novel adaptation
  • Anime Adaptation: 2016
  • OPs: Crazy Noisy Bizarre Town, Chase, & Great Days
  • ED: I Want You
  • Chapters: 174
  • Volumes: 19
  • Episodes: 39
  • Genre: Slice of life/ mystery
  • Released: 1992-1995
  • English Release: 2018-2020
  • Pilot: Jotaro Kujo Meets Josuke Higashikata!
  • Finale: Goodbye, Morioh Town - The Golden Heart

Part 5: Golden Wind (1995-1999)[]

Vento Aureo
Vento Aureo

The fifth part, set in 2001 in Italy, follows DIO's son Giorno as he dismantles the Italian mob from the inside. Giorno is blessed with the good fortune and chivalry of a Joestar, technically being a descendant of Jonathan due to DIO inhabiting his body, as well as blessed with a Stand ability. Giorno joins Bruno Bucciarati, Guido Mista, Leone Abbachio, and the other members of Passione, attempting to take down the mob's illusive boss: Diavolo. The plot goes much deeper, as the lore behind the Stand Arrows is revealed, and the secrets that the Arrow's possess are finally brought out. The part ends with Giorno using the arrow to transform his Stand into Gold Experience Requiem, and defeating Diavolo once and for all, taking his place as the leader of Passione.

  • GioGio: Giorno Giovanna
  • Stand di GioGio: Gold Experience, Gold Experience Requiem
  • Primo avversario: "The Boss"
  • Stand di avversario: King Crimson; Epitaph
  • Fazione malvagia: La Squadra Esecuzioni e Unita Speciale
  • Avversario finale: Rolling Stones
  • McGuffin: Stand Arrow
  • Adaptations: GioGio's Bizarre Adventure (PS2)
  • Addattamento anime: 2018
  • OPs: Fighting Gold, Traitor's Requiem
  • EDs: Freak'n You, Modern Crusaders
  • Capitoli: 155
  • Volumi: 17
  • Episodi: 39
  • Genere: Crime
  • Rilasciato: 1995-1999
  • Rilasciato in Inglese: 2021-2023
  • Piloto: Gold Experience
  • Finale: Sleeping Slaves

Part 6: Stone Ocean (2000-2003)[]

Stone Ocean
Stone Ocean

The sixth part, set in Florida in 2011, follows Jotaro Kujo's daughter Jolyne Cujoh after she is sent to prison for a crime she did not commit. While learning about the bizarre rules and prisoners in the Green Dolphin Street Prison, Jolyne discovers the evil plot perpetrated by Enrico Pucci to steal her father's memory, and read the contents of a diary left behind by DIO, which tell of a way to reach "Heaven" and let Pucci be able to change fate. Jolyne is accompanied by Ermes Costello, Emporio Alniño, Foo Fighters, Narciso Anasui, and Weather Report, as they attempt to save Jotaro and stop Pucci. The story ends with five of them, including Jotaro, being killed by Pucci, as his plans come to fruition and the universe is reset. He is ultimately defeated by Emporio, which causes the universe to be reset again, creating a new world untouched by Pucci's influence, ending the curse of the Joestar bloodline for good.

  • JoJo: Jolyne Cujoh
  • JoJo's Stand: Stone Free
  • Main antagonist: Enrico Pucci
  • Villain's Stands: Whitesnake, C-Moon, & Made in Heaven
  • Villainous faction: Pucci's Agents
  • Final boss: Made in Heaven
  • McGuffin: "Heaven"
  • Anime Adaptation: 2021
  • OPs: STONE OCEAN, Heaven's Falling Down
  • EDs: Distant Dreamer, Roundabout
  • Chapters: 158
  • Volumes: 17
  • Episodes: 38
  • Genre: Prison break
  • Released: 2000-2003
  • English Release: 2022-2025
  • Pilot: Stone Ocean
  • Finale: What a Wonderful World

Phase Three: Parallel Universe (2004- )[]

Set in a totally new universe, this new lineage of Joestars are caught up in a story that revolves around one fateful cross country race all the way back in 1890 involving the Holy Corpse of Jesus Christ. Each part in this saga are "retellings" of some of the previous parts, with several easter eggs and references to them.

Part 7: Steel Ball Run (2004-2011)[]

Volume 81

Steel Ball Run

Steel Ball Run is the seventh part in the JJBA series, and the first set in a new continuity. The part is set in America in 1890 and follows paraplegic jockey Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli on a cross-country horse race from San Diego to New York for the prize money of $50,000,000. Johnny is taught the power of Spin through Gyro and develops his own Stand ability as well. Johnny and Gyro eventually uncover the dark truth of the Steel Ball Run race, which is for US President Funny Valentine to uncover the pieces of the corpse of Jesus Christ and put the United States at the forefront of the world. The part ultimately ends with Valentine's defeat, at the loss of Gyro and many of Johnny's other friends, and Johnny learning to walk again. Although he does not win the race, on his way to Italy to deliver Gyro's corpse to his family, Johnny meets Rina Higashikata, who will eventually become his wife.

  • JoJo: Johnny Joestar
  • JoJo's Stand: Tusk (ACT1, ACT2, ACT3, & ACT4)
  • Main antagonist: Funny Valentine
  • Villain's Stand: Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap; Love Train
  • Villainous faction: Valentine's Subordinates
  • Final boss: THE WORLD
  • McGuffin: The Saint's Corpse
  • Adaptation: VOMIC
  • Part correlations: Phantom Blood, Battle Tendency, and Stardust Crusaders
  • Anime Adaptation: TBA
  • OP: TBA
  • ED: TBA
  • Chapters: 95
  • Volumes: 24
  • Episodes: TBA
  • Genre: Western/ race
  • Released: 2004-2011
  • English Release: 2025 - Unreleased
  • Pilot: TBA
  • Finale: TBA

Part 8: JoJolion (2011-2021)[]

Volume 105

JoJolion

The eighth part, and second in the new continuity, is once again set in the fictional town of Morioh Japan, and follows an amnesiac man that goes by the name Josuke Higashikata. Josuke is first discovered lying in the dirt of the mysterious Wall Eyes by Yasuho Hirose, and the story revolves around the two of them attempting to find out Josuke's true identity. After meeting the bizarre Higashikata family, it is revealed that Josuke is the fusion of Yoshikage Kira and Josefumi Kujo as a result of being enveloped by the Wall Eyes and consuming the mysterious Locacaca fruit. The second half of the story revolves around Josuke, Yasuho, and their ally Rai Mamezuku, attempting to uncover the mysteries of the Locacaca and the Rock Humans that hunt it, as well as to save Josuke's mother Holy Joestar-Kira. In the end, Josuke fails to use the Locacaca for his own benefit, but stops the Rock Humans from cultivating it, finally ending the curse that the plant has on Morioh. Josuke joins his family as they celebrate their freedom.

  • JoJo: Josuke Higashikata
  • JoJo's Stand: Soft & Wet; Go Beyond
  • Main antagonist: Toru
  • Villain's Stand: Wonder of U
  • Villainous faction: Locacaca Organization
  • Final Boss: Radio Gaga
  • McGuffin: The New Locacaca
  • Part correlations: Diamond is Unbreakable
  • Chapters: 110
  • Volumes: 27
  • Genre: Mystery
  • Released: 2011-2021
  • First Chapter: Welcome to Morioh Town
  • Final Chapter: Higashikata Fruit Parlor
Volume 132

The JOJOLands (2023)

Part 9: The JOJOLands (2023 - Ongoing)[]

The ninth part, and third in the second continuity, is set in the US state of Hawaii in the 2020s. It follows 15-year old Jodio Joestar and his sister Dragona, who commit crimes in their home state to take care of their mother Barbara-Ann. The two of them are sent on a mission along with Paco Laborantes and Usagi Aloha'oe to steal a precious diamond from a Japanese tourist. This diamond is revealed not to be the most precious thing the tourist owns, that would be the mysterious hardened lava rock that attracts fortune. Jodio is tasked with protecting this lava rock at all costs, being promised great wealth if he does, while being chased after by others who seek its power.

  • JoJo: Jodio Joestar
  • JoJo's Stand: November Rain
  • Main antagonist: Acca Howler
  • Villain's Stand: Howler's Stand
  • Villainous faction: Howler Co.
  • McGuffin: Lava Rock
  • Part correlations: Golden Wind
  • Chapters: 23
  • Volumes: 5
  • Genre: Crime
  • Released: 2023 - Ongoing
  • First Chapter: Departure
  • Latest Chapter: Dolphin Banks Debt Collection, Part 2

Cast[]

Checklist[]

This is a list of all JoJo media in the order I have consumed it.

Key:

  • ✅ Completed
  • 🚫 Unstarted
  • 🔵 In progress
  • 🌟 Ongoing
  • 💀 Unavailable
Media Name Media Type Status Date of Completion
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: The Animation Anime 26/26 Episodes April 2019
Season 2: Stardust Crusaders Anime 48/48 Episodes June 2019
Season 3: Diamond is Unbreakable Anime 39/39 Episodes July 2019
Season 4: Golden Wind Anime 39/39 Episodes July 28th, 2019
Season 5: Stone Ocean Anime 38/38 Episodes December 1st, 2022
Season 6: Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Anime 💀 Unreleased TBA
Dead Man's Questions One-Shot 3/3 Chapters August 2019
Part 6: Stone Ocean Manga 158/158 Chapters August 2019
Part 7: Steel Ball Run Manga 95/95 Chapters August 2019
Part 8: JoJolion Manga 110/110 Chapters August 18th, 2021
Part 9: The JOJOLands Manga 🌟 24/??? Chapters TBA
Purple Haze Feedback Light-novel 9/9 Chapters September 2019
Part 1: Phantom Blood Manga 45/45 Chapters September 2019
Part 2: Battle Tendency Manga 74/74 Chapters September 2019
Part 3: Stardust Crusaders Manga 152/152 Chapters October 2019
Part 4: Diamond is Unbreakable Manga 174/174 Chapters November 2019
Part 5: Vento Aureo Manga 155/155 Chapters December 2019
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure OVA 13/13 Episodes 2020
Thus Spoke Rohan Kishibe OVA 4/4 Episodes March 25th, 2020
Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan Manga 12/12 Chapters May 20th, 2022
Rohan at the Louvre One-Shot Read November 2020
Jolyne, Fly High with GUCCI One-Shot Read November 2020
Dolce, and His Master One-Shot Read November 2020
Under Execution, Under Jailbreak One-Shot Read November 2020
Poker Under Arms One-Shot Read December 2020
Outlaw Man One-Shot Read December 2020
Say Hi to Virginia One-Shot Read December 2020
Gorgeous Irene Manga 2/2 Chapters December 2020
Coolshock B.T. Manga 7/7 Chapters December 2020
Baoh: The Visitor Manga 9/9 Chapters December 2020
Baoh OVA Watched December 2020
Diamond is Unbreakable - Chapter 1 Film Watched December 2020
Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan (Seasons 1, 2, 3 & 4) TV Drama 9.5/9.5 Episodes May 19th, 2024
Oingo Boingo Brother's Adventure One-Shot Read May 2021
The Lives of Eccentrics Manga 6/6 Chapters May 27th, 2021
Under Execution, Under Jailbreak Stage Play Watched May 25th, 2021
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: The Genesis of the Universe Light-novel 2/2 Chapters May 31st, 2021
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure SNES Game Played July 1st, 2021
The Book: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure 4th Another Day Light-novel 6/6 Chapters July 7th, 2021
GioGio's Bizarre Adventure II: Golden Heart, Golden Ring Light-novel 7/7 Chapters July 9th, 2021
Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan: Short Story Collection
  • Kushagara
  • Blackstar.
  • Blood-Stained Bookmark
  • Censored Equation
  • Okami-Sama
  • Box of Happiness
  • Yuyanagidai
  • Symmetry Room
  • Gleanings of Paradise
  • Golden Melody
  • Original Author Rohan Kishibe
  • The Five-Bedroom House With A...
  • The Doll Without a Past
  • Pair Repair
  • The Unseen Ritual
  • The Case of the Fan Happeita Kaburaki
Light-novel 🌟 Ongoing TBA
Chapter Read July 10th, 2021
Chapter Read November 6th, 2022
Chapter 💀 Untranslated N/A
Chapter Read January 1st, 2022
Chapter 💀 Untranslated N/A
Chapter 💀 Untranslated N/A
Chapter Read May 11th, 2025
Chapter 💀 Untranslated N/A
Chapter Read October 3rd, 2023
Chapter Read July 7th, 2022
Chapter Read February 2nd, 2023
Chapter Read June 8th, 2023
Chapter Read January 7th, 2025
Chapter 💀 Untranslated N/A
Chapter 💀 Untranslated N/A
Chapter 💀 Untranslated N/A
Chapter 💀 Untranslated N/A
Cool Shock Old B.T. Manga 2/2 Chapters December 25th, 2023
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Crazy Heartbreakers Manga 16/16 Chapters May 18th, 2023
Fujiko's Bizarre Virgin Art -Whitesnake's Miscalculation- One-Shot Read December 19th, 2021
Steel Ball Run VOMIC VOMIC Seen October 1st, 2022
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R PS4 Game Played October 4th, 2022
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: The Real 4-D 4D Event Watched October 14th, 2022
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Eyes of Heaven PS4 Game Played November 8th, 2022
I Testamenti Cremisi
  • Testimone di Gangster
  • There's No Love Like a Parent's
  • My Prized Hook and Line
  • The Stray Cat Leaves with the Spring Breeze
  • Risotto Nero Observes
  • Before the Gelato Melts
  • Cioccolata Gets a Dog
Light novel 🌟 Ongoing TBA
Short story 7/7 Chapters December 28th, 2022
Short story 3/3 Chapters December 28th, 2023
Short story 6/6 Chapters January 23rd, 2025
Short story 💀 Untranslated TBA
Short story 💀 Untranslated TBA
Short story 💀 Untranslated TBA
Short story 💀 Untranslated TBA
Diamond Records Mobile game Played September 9th, 2023
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Last Survivor Arcade game Played September 17th, 2023
Rohan au Louvre Film Watched September 23rd, 2023
Iggy the Stray Dog Light-novel 5/5 Chapters October 20th, 2023
Manga in Theory and in Practice Book 7/7 Chapters October 22nd, 2023
JOJO POKE Game Played January 15th, 2024
The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicholaes Tulp rough draft Novel 3/3 Chapters February 27th, 2024
La extraña aventura de JoJo: El Aleph Light-novel 20/20 Chapters March 11th, 2024
Cool Shock B.T. (Saikyo Jump Version) One-Shot Read April 30th, 2024
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood Musical Watched May 10th, 2024
Heaven's Door Short story Read October 22nd, 2024
Toshikazu Hazamada's Subpar Adventure One-Shot Read December 20th, 2024
Cool Shock Guy BT One-Shot Read December 25th, 2024
Echoes ACT50 One-Shot Read May 22nd, 2025
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Crazy Heartbreakers Novel 💀 Untranslated N/A
Hirohiko Araki's New Manga Technique Book 💀 Untranslated N/A
Synchronicity in Morioh Novel 💀 Untranslated N/A
JoJo Journey Show 💀 0/20 Episodes N/A

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Navigation[]

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Series


Parts

Phantom BloodBattle TendencyStardust CrusadersDiamond is UnbreakableGolden WindStone OceanSteel Ball RunJoJolionThe JOJOLands


Spin-Offs

Thus Spoke Kishibe RohanDeadman's QuestionsCrazy Heartbreakers


JoJos

Jonathan JoestarJoseph JoestarJotaro KujoJosuke HigashikataGiorno GiovannaJolyne CujohJohnny JoestarJosuke Higashikata (Part 8)Jodio Joestar


JoJo's Stands

The PassionHermit PurpleStar PlatinumCrazy DiamondGold ExperienceStone FreeTuskSoft & WetNovember Rain


JoJo Villains

Dio BrandoKarsYoshikage KiraDiavoloEnrico PucciFunny ValentineToruAcca Howler


JoJo Villain's Stands

The WorldKiller QueenKing CrimsonWhitesnake (C-Moon, Made in Heaven) ∙ Dirty Deeds Done Dirt CheapWonder of UAcca Howler's Stand


Other Stands

List of Stands

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