God of Thunder is the 253rd chapter of Sakamoto Days, an installment of the New JAA Arc first printed in the March 30, 2026 issue of its magazine. The chapter keeps its focus tight on Shishiba and Gozu.
Summary
Titled God of Thunder, rendered in Japanese as Raijin, this entry lands as number 253 in the ongoing Sakamoto Days run. It falls within the New JAA Arc and reached readers on March 30, 2026. A full plot breakdown for the chapter has not yet been documented, so its recorded details center on the release information and the characters given page time.
Key Events
Shishiba and Gozu carry the chapter as its two featured figures, appearing together on the shared cover as well. No additional debuts, flashbacks, or off-page mentions are logged for this installment, keeping the cast small and concentrated on the pair.
Notes
The color spread pairs Shishiba with Gozu. Its Japanese title uses the kanji 雷神, romanized as Raijin. The chapter spans nineteen pages and was slotted for Volume 28, appearing in issue 18 of 2026. It follows Chapter 252 and leads directly into Chapter 254 within the New JAA Arc sequence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the English title of Sakamoto Days Chapter 253?
Sakamoto Days Chapter 253 is titled God of Thunder in English, rendered in Japanese as Raijin.
When did Sakamoto Days Chapter 253 come out?
Sakamoto Days Chapter 253 was published on March 30, 2026, appearing in issue 18 of that year within the New JAA Arc.
Who is featured on the cover of Sakamoto Days Chapter 253?
Sakamoto Days Chapter 253 features Shishiba and Gozu together on its cover, and they are the only two characters shown in the chapter.
How many pages does Sakamoto Days Chapter 253 have?
Sakamoto Days Chapter 253 runs nineteen pages and was slotted for Volume 28 of the manga.
Has Sakamoto Days Chapter 253 been collected in a tankobon volume?
As of its listing, Sakamoto Days Chapter 253 had not yet been collected in tankobon format.
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