Dandadan fans are in for a short wait. Chapter 247 of Yukinobu Tatsu’s hit manga is officially set to arrive on Monday, September 28, 2026, following a two-week break tied to Japan’s Silver Week holiday period. The previous chapter, “Oni Sprout,” ended with a massive reveal about Okarun’s condition and a cliffhanger involving Vamola, leaving readers with plenty to think about before the next installment drops.
Dandadan Chapter 247 Release Date and Global Timings
Dandadan Chapter 247 will be released on Monday, September 28, 2026. The chapter will be available to read for free on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus and Viz Media‘s Shonen Jump app. Readers in Japan can access the chapter on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 12:00 AM JST, while international fans will get it slightly earlier due to time zone differences.
Here are the release times for major regions around the world:
- Pacific Time (PT): 4:30 AM
- Eastern Time (ET): 7:30 AM
- British Summer Time (BST): 12:30 PM
- Central European Summer Time (CEST): 1:30 PM
- India Standard Time (IST): 5:00 PM
- Philippine Time (PHT): 7:30 PM
- Japan Standard Time (JST): 8:30 PM
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): 9:30 PM
These timings are based on the official release schedule confirmed by the manga’s publishing platform.
What Happened in Dandadan Chapter 246
Chapter 246, titled “Oni Sprout,” shifted the story away from the immediate battlefield chaos and focused on a quieter but far more unsettling reveal. The chapter opens at a shrine where Shinobi is still operating under her disguise as Manjiro. Count Saint-Germain arrives and asks about Okarun, making it clear that he already knows something is growing inside the young protagonist.
Shinobi then explains the true purpose of the Oni Club, the weapon that was previously given to Okarun. It was not a simple supernatural artifact. The club planted an Oni Sprout inside Okarun, and the sprout has been developing every time Okarun has fought, suffered, or pushed himself beyond his limits. His struggles have effectively been feeding the transformation.
According to Shinobi, the sprout has now matured, and only one thing is missing: a final burst of overwhelming stress. This is a dangerous setup given that Okarun is unconscious, Momo is beside him, and the battlefield remains active.
Saint-Germain’s plan is not simply to hurt Okarun. He wants to push him into a complete Oni transformation and then use the resulting state to force a fusion involving Turbo Granny’s power. Okarun is being prepared as a supernatural weapon rather than treated as a simple target.
Why Okarun’s Oni Transformation Matters
The Oni Club was introduced earlier in the series, but Chapter 246 reframed it as a long-term trap rather than a helpful tool. Saint-Germain’s involvement means that Okarun’s recent power struggles and physical strain were not just consequences of the ongoing battles. They were part of a calculated plan to awaken something inside him.
A frightening vision of what Okarun could become was already shown in a previous chapter, and many fans believe Chapter 247 could finally reveal more of his transformation. The question is whether Tatsu will show the complete form or continue building tension before the full reveal.
Vamola’s Arrival and the Kaiju Fight
The latter half of Chapter 246 shifted focus to Aira and Evil Eye, who were struggling against a massive dinosaur-like creature. Despite their best efforts, they were not enough to win. Vamola arrived at the scene and declared that she could take over the battle.
Vamola is not a character who makes bold claims without reason. Her appearance suggests that the kaiju fight is about to shift in a significant way. Whether she can defeat the creature alone or will need assistance from the others is one of the main questions heading into Chapter 247.
Fan Reactions to Chapter 246
The reveal about the Oni Club and Saint-Germain’s involvement sparked immediate discussion among readers. On the MangaDex forums, one reader noted the long-term planning behind the twist: “I remember feeling like Manjiro was acting weird as hell and wondering why Seiko would give Okarun a weapon despite never wanting any of them to fight… I guess we know why now”.
Another reader compared Saint-Germain to a classic shonen mastermind: “St Germain is the real Aizen”.
The two-week break has also been a point of frustration for some fans, with one MangaDex user commenting, “Man, how did I know Tatsu was gonna cut away from what was happening to Okarun the very next chapter bruh?”.
On Tumblr, one reader shared a more patient perspective on the current arc: “It’s not my favorite arc – but – it’s had some amazing moments lowk. I’m trusting the process cuz dandadan is known for making you rip your hair out and then rewarding u in the greatest way. It’s all part of the fun”.
Where to Read Dandadan Online
Dandadan is officially available to read for free on Shueisha’s MANGA Plus and Viz Media’s Shonen Jump app. On MANGA Plus, the first three and latest three chapters are available to read for free, while the full catalog requires a subscription. Viz Media offers new chapters for free with English translations, and a subscription unlocks the entire series.
For readers in India, MANGA Plus and Viz Media are accessible, with the chapter arriving at 5:00 PM IST on September 28, 2026. The manga is also available in print through Viz Media for readers who prefer physical volumes.
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What to Expect from Chapter 247
Vamola is expected to take center stage in the battle against the dinosaur-like creature. The chapter may reveal whether she can handle the kaiju alone or needs help from Aira and Evil Eye.
Okarun’s condition remains the biggest question. Saint-Germain confirmed that the Oni Sprout is mature and only needs a final trigger. Chapter 247 could finally show the beginning of his transformation, though Tatsu may continue building tension before revealing the complete form.
Seiko and the other heroes may also begin to uncover Saint-Germain’s connection to Okarun’s weapon. The chapter could provide more clues about Turbo Granny’s location or reveal how the heroes plan to counter Saint-Germain’s scheme.
Also Read: Dandadan Chapter 246: Release Date, Time, Reading Guide and Chapter 245 Recap
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