When did JoJo come out?

The JoJo's Bizarre Adventure manga, by Hirohiko Araki, first came out in Japan's Weekly Shonen Jump in late 1986/early 1987, with the first part, Phantom Blood, beginning in December 1986 or January 1987, depending on the source, making it nearly 40 years old as of 2026. The series has continued in various magazines, moving to Ultra Jump in 2005, with new parts and anime adaptations following over the decades.

When did the OG JoJo anime come out?

The first season, adapting the first two parts, Phantom Blood and Battle Tendency, aired in Japan between October 2012 and April 2013.

Is JoJo a LGBTQ anime?

Yes, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is widely considered LGBTQ+-friendly and features numerous queer characters and themes, with creator Hirohiko Araki incorporating influences from LGBTQ+ culture, fashion, and artists like David Bowie, leading to homoerotic undertones and explicit queer representation, especially in later parts like Golden Wind (Part 5) and Stone Ocean (Part 6). Confirmed queer characters include the gay couple Sorbet and Gelato, bisexual Dio (in some interpretations/sources) and Scarlett Valentine, and genderqueer Dragona Joestar in Part 9, alongside heavily coded relationships and androgynous designs. 

When did JoJo Part 1 come out?

Phantom Blood (ファントムブラッド, Fantomu Buraddo) is the first part of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. It was originally serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from December 1986 to October 1987 under the title of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part 1: Jonathan Joestar -His Youth-, [a] and was collected into five volumes by Jump Comics.

Is Stardust Crusaders 1987 or 1989?

Stardust Crusaders is set around 1988-1989, though early anime and some sources used 1987-1988, creating a timeline inconsistency that later parts of the manga (like Diamond is Unbreakable) clarified to 1988-1989, aligning with creator Hirohiko Araki's "100 years after Part 1" statement. 

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Can I skip season 1 of JoJo's?

No, you really shouldn't skip JoJo Part 1 (Phantom Blood) because it sets up the entire series' core conflicts, characters (like Jonathan Joestar and Dio), and the origins of the main power system, Hamon, making later parts much richer and understandable, despite its different tone and shorter length (only 9 episodes). Skipping it means missing crucial context for the ongoing Joestar lineage and the long-standing feud with Dio, which drives the plot.
 

Is Dio non-binary?

While Dio Brando from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is canonically bisexual, creator Hirohiko Araki has also described him as androgyne, a term sometimes associated with non-binary identities, implying he transcends typical gender norms, though he's often portrayed as a male vampire with a distinctly flamboyant and gender-bending aesthetic. Fans often debate his specific gender identity, with some interpreting "androgyne" as non-binary or trans, while others focus on his male presentation, but Araki's descriptions lean towards him being beyond simple male/female categorization. 

Is JoJo still ongoing?

JoJo was serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 1987 until 2004, when it then transferred to the monthly seinen magazine Ultra Jump, where the story continues. in history. Filling over 120 volumes, it is Shueisha's second longest-running manga series. Publication in English of the earlier parts of the series is ongoing.

Which anime is LGBTQ?

On June 3, 2021, the two part animated film, Sailor Moon Eternal, a continuation of the Sailor Moon Crystal series, premiered on Netflix. It featured Haruka Tenoh (Sailor Uranus) and Michiru Kaioh (Sailor Neptune), two characters in a same-sex relationship.

Why is Jesus in part 7 of JoJo?

In JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Jesus is a central figure in the Steel Ball Run, depicted similarly to the Latter-Day Saints' portrayal, suggesting he taught the Gospel in North America. He is associated with the Saint's Corpse, implied to be the biblical Jesus Christ.

Which JoJo is the strongest?

The strongest JoJo is generally considered Giorno Giovanna due to Gold Experience Requiem (GER) negating all actions and trapping foes in infinite death loops, making him virtually unbeatable in canon; however, Jotaro Kujo with Star Platinum: The World Over Heaven (non-canon game) is arguably more broken, able to rewrite reality, while Johnny Joestar<<! with Tusk Act 4 is a strong contender with infinite rotation, and Jonathan Joestar is cited as the strongest in raw physical/Hamon power. 

What is JoJo Snow's real name?

The "JoJo Snow" you might be referring to depends on who you mean, as it's a name used by different people; it could be Josiah "JoJo" Snodgrass, an emerging baseball prospect, or potentially related to former MLB player J.T. Snow, but if you're thinking of the viral social media personality, her real name is often cited as Jordan, with details about her life shared by creators like Grackle, though a full public name isn't always prominent for that figure. 

Is JoJo's scary or funny?

Kids say that the show is an incredible blend of comedy, violence, and captivating storytelling, making it a favorite among many, while also acknowledging that the content varies significantly across its different parts.

Is JoJo Part 7 anime coming out?

Yes, the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part 7 anime, titled STEEL BALL RUN, is officially coming and will be released worldwide on Netflix on March 19, 2026, following an announcement at Jump Festa 2026. The series adapts the popular manga arc and follows Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli in a cross-continental horse race.
 

Is JoJo Part 9 confirmed?

Yes, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part 9, titled The JOJOLands, is confirmed and currently ongoing, having started serialization in Japan on February 17, 2023, in the Ultra Jump magazine after a short break following JoJolion. The announcement was made by creator Hirohiko Araki, with teasers hinting at a story in the subtropical islands, following the story of the new JoJo, Jodio Joestar, and his quest for riches.
 

Who is LGBTQ in JoJo?

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure features several confirmed and heavily implied LGBTQ+ characters, including Dio Brando (bisexual/non-binary), Dragona Joestar (transgender), and antagonists like the gay couple Squalo & Tiziano, plus implied pairings like Sorbet & Gelato; the series is known for its camp aesthetic, flamboyant characters, and exploration of gender and sexuality through its diverse cast, though some openly queer characters appear more frequently on the villain side.
 

Who is the main villain in JJBA?

The main villain across JoJo's Bizarre Adventure's overarching narrative is Dio Brando, who appears as the antagonist in Part 1 (Phantom Blood) and returns as the iconic DIO in Part 3 (Stardust Crusaders), with his influence and legacy affecting many subsequent parts, even posthumously in Part 6 (Stone Ocean). While each part introduces new primary villains like Kars, Yoshikage Kira, Diavolo, Enrico Pucci, and Funny Valentine, Dio remains the foundational and most recurring archenemy of the Joestar family.
 

Is Araki done with JoJo?

Araki did make a statement that he wants to continue making Jojo forever, so there's always a chance he makes more parts after part 9.

What pronouns does God have?

The standard answer to this is 'he' – it has become automatic for us to refer to God, both God in Trinity and in the person of Jesus Christ, as masculine, male. For many centuries, it has been understood that God's being transcends human notions of gender, and yet 'he' has stuck around as the default pronoun for God.

What ethnicity are the Joestars?

The Joestar line has English and even Scottish roots, however, its members became more diversified with time, starting with Joseph Joestar marrying and having children with Italian and Japanese women.

Who is Dio's lover?

Throughout the series, his relationships with both male and female characters offer glimpses into the complexities of his personality and motivations. One of Dio's most significant relationships is with Enrico Pucci.

Who is the death 13 user?

The user of Death 13, a powerful dream-manipulating Stand from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders, is Mannish Boy, a seemingly harmless baby who serves DIO. Death 13's ability allows it to control the dream world, making it incredibly dangerous, though its power is balanced by the fact that the Stand and its user are vulnerable when awake, as its powers only work on sleeping victims.
 

What is JoJo opening 1 called?

JoJo ~Sono Chi no Sadame~: Opening 1 (From "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood") [For Piano Solo]

Is JoJo Part 3 filler?

There is no filler, but I will say that I found the second half of Part 3 better than the first half.