👻 Origin & Publication
Jujutsu Kaisen (呪術廻戦) is a Japanese manga series created by Gege Akutami. It began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in March 2018 and quickly rose to mainstream popularity thanks to its dark fantasy vibes, high-stakes battles, and rich worldbuilding around curses and sorcery.
The story follows Yuji Itadori, an unnaturally athletic high schooler who becomes the host of a deadly Curse named Ryomen Sukuna, setting him on a path into the shadowy world of jujutsu sorcerers.
- Author/Illustrator: Gege Akutami
- Published by: Shueisha (JP), VIZ Media (EN)
- Serialization Start: March 2018
- Volumes: 30
- Status: Finished
Jujutsu Kaisen Volume 1 Cover
🎨 Manga Style & Themes
Jujutsu Kaisen blends brutal hand-to-hand combat with an eerie supernatural setting. Its themes dive deep into death, morality, and the power of emotion. Akutami’s art style evolves through the series—from gritty and raw to sharply cinematic—mirroring the ever-darkening tone of the story.
- Serialized in: Weekly Shonen Jump
- Notable Themes:
- Death & legacy
- Inner demons (literally and metaphorically)
- Sacrifice vs. survival
- The blurred line between good and evil
🎥 Anime Adaptation
Yuji Itadori
The anime adaptation launched in Fall 2020, animated by the powerhouse studio MAPPA. The series exploded in popularity with its slick animation, dynamic choreography, and unforgettable OST. It has become a cultural touchstone in modern anime.
- Studio: MAPPA
- Platforms: Crunchyroll, Netflix, Hulu
- Music: Hiroaki Tsutsumi, Yoshimasa Terui
- Dub: Available in multiple languages
📺 Seasons Overview:
| Season | Highlight Moments | Aired |
|---|---|---|
| S1 | Gojo vs. Jogo, Kyoto Exchange Arc | Oct 2020 – Mar 2021 |
| Movie | Jujutsu Kaisen 0 (prequel) | Dec 2021 |
| S2 | Gojo’s Past Arc, Shibuya Incident | Jul 2023 – Dec 2023 |
| S3 | Culling Game Arc | TBA (Expected 2025) |
🧙♂️ Main Characters
| Character | Role | VA (JP) |
|---|---|---|
| Yuji Itadori | Host of Sukuna, main protagonist | Junya Enoki |
| Satoru Gojo | OP sorcerer with Limitless power | Yūichi Nakamura |
| Megumi Fushiguro | Stoic summoner with a secret past | Yuma Uchida |
| Nobara Kugisaki | Bold and fierce jujutsu student | Asami Seto |
| Ryomen Sukuna | King of Curses, ancient evil | Junichi Suwabe |
| Suguru Geto | Antagonist & curse user mastermind | Takahiro Sakurai (S1), New VA TBA (S3) |
🌍 Global Impact
Jujutsu Kaisen is one of the most influential shonen titles of the 2020s. Its emotional depth and fast-paced action captured fans worldwide, with Gojo’s eyes alone generating millions of fan edits.
- 📈 Over 90 million copies in circulation
- 🏆 Anime of the Year (2020 Crunchyroll Awards)
- 🌀 One of the “Big 3” of modern shonen alongside Demon Slayer & My Hero Academia
- 🌐 Viral fandom on TikTok, Twitter, Reddit, and YouTube
🧧 Games & Merchandise
Jujutsu Kaisen has already left its mark in gaming, with crossover events, gacha game collabs, and a console game in the works.
- Mobile collabs: Puzzle & Dragons, Monster Strike
- Console game: Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash (2024)
- Merch: Figures, apparel, stationery—especially Gojo & Sukuna themed!
📖 Where to Read & Watch
- Read: VIZ Media, Shonen Jump app, Manga Plus
- Watch: Crunchyroll, Netflix (select regions), Hulu
- Buy Manga: Amazon, RightStuf, Local Bookstores
Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash
💬 Fandom Reactions
“Gojo could solo your entire verse.”
“Shibuya arc ruined me emotionally… and I loved every second.”
“Peak fiction. Period.”
“Akutami really said ‘no one’s safe.’”
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