The anime Dandadan, which premiered in the fall 2024 season, is based on the popular battle manga by Yukinobu Tatsu, serialized on the Shonen Jump+ app. The story follows Momo Ayase, a high school girl born into a family of spiritual mediums, and Ken Takakura, nicknamed "Okarun," a boy with a deep passion for the occult. Their adventure begins when they both encounter bizarre supernatural phenomena.

In this article, we will dive deep into the profile of "Jiji", exploring her abilities, personality, and relationships with other characters. Don’t miss the dynamic interactions and unique character setups that make Dandadan a standout series!

What is the Anime "Dandadan" Where Jiji Appears?

Dandadan combines thrilling battles against terrifying supernatural entities and aliens with the sweet, youthful romance of its high school protagonists. Its unique pacing and striking manga visuals have captivated fans and earned multiple awards. In the Kono Manga ga Sugoi! 2022 ranking by Takarajimasha, Dandadan placed fourth in the male category, following Look Back, Orb: On the Movements of the Earth, and Kaiju No. 8.

The anime adaptation retains the intensity of the original manga, further enhanced by a stellar voice cast and captivating theme songs.

Dandadan Character List

Momo (Ayase Momo)
Okarun (Takakura Ken)
Seiko
Aira (Shiratori Aira)
Jiji (Enjoji Jin)
Turbo Granny
Serpoians
Acrobatic Silky

Jiji's Plofile

■Official Profile
Momo's childhood friend and first love. Handsome and tall, but his words and actions are frivolous. He sought help from Seiko due to supernatural occurrences at his new home.

■Jiji Overview
Jiji, whose real name is Jin Enjoji, is affectionately called by his nickname, "Jiji."
He is Momo Ayase’s childhood friend from elementary school and her first crush. In Episode 1, Momo mentions that a boy she liked once teased her about the "protective ritual" her grandmother, Seiko, had taught her. It is later revealed that this boy was Jiji. Jiji regrets his actions and apologizes to Momo when they reunite, showing remorse for his past behavior.

Okarun initially imagines Jiji to be a stoic and serious person, given his reputation as a soccer-loving, athletic, and handsome young man who was Momo’s first love. However, Okarun is taken aback by Jiji’s extremely high-energy and over-the-top personality.

Despite his seemingly frivolous demeanor, Jiji has a welcoming and open-hearted nature that allows him to connect with others on an equal footing, without putting up walls. Because of his feelings for Momo, Okarun sees him as a rival.

Jiji’s Backstory

Jiji reveals that after moving to a new place, his parents attempted suicide under mysterious circumstances. Suspicious of their home, he sought spiritual cleansing, but all those who tried were defeated by the supernatural force residing there. As a last resort, Jiji turned to his aunt, Seiko Ayase, for help, eventually seeking refuge at the Ayase household. He later transfers to the school attended by Momo and Okarun, becoming their classmate.

Jiji frequently experiences paranormal events and has gained the ability to see supernatural entities that are invisible to others. These experiences leave him plagued by nightmares every night.

What Jiji’s Superpowers?

After visiting the Ayase household, Jiji joins Okarun and Momo in confronting a supernatural entity known as the Evil Eye. The Evil Eye is the vengeful spirit of a boy who was sacrificed as an offering to calm a volcano. Moved by its tragic past, Jiji resolves to offer his own body, merging with the spirit and gaining incredible powers.

Once merged with the Evil Eye, Jiji undergoes physical changes, including his hair turning white and a mark resembling an eye appearing on his forehead. In this state, he possesses extraordinary physical abilities and the power to create a barrier known as the **Cursed House**, making him one of the most formidable fighters in the series. However, the Evil Eye’s power is volatile and can spiral out of control, prompting Jiji to work with Okarun and Momo to find ways to manage it.

Jiji’s love of soccer plays a role in his combat style. He can create a cursed soccer ball infused with vengeful energy and kick it at enemies with devastating precision. Additionally, he develops a powerful special move called the Evil Gun (JP: Jagan), further showcasing his impressive combat capabilities.

Who is Jiji's Voice Actor in the Dandadan Anime?

Jiji is voiced by Kaito Ishikawa, a talented voice actor known for his roles in popular anime. Notable characters he has portrayed include Tobio Kageyama in Haikyuu!! and Kiyoka Kudou in My Happy Marriage.

Ishikawa has earned critical acclaim, winning the Best New Actor Award at the 8th Seiyu Awards in 2013 and the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 14th Seiyu Awards in 2019. His impressive combination of skill and popularity makes him a standout in the voice acting industry.

Jiji and Momo’s Relationship

Jin Enjoji (Jiji) and Momo Ayase have been childhood friends since elementary school. For Momo, Jiji was her first crush, but he occasionally teased her, which hurt her feelings. Jiji later regretted his actions.

After reuniting with Momo, Jiji transfers to her school. He harbors romantic feelings for her and has a strong desire to protect her. However, while Momo values Jiji as a dear friend, she also has special feelings for Okarun, creating a love triangle dynamic between the three.

Jiji and Evil Eye’s Relationship

Jiji encounters the supernatural entity known as the Evil Eye in the house his family moved into. The Evil Eye, seeking a host with high spiritual energy and a resilient body, possesses Jiji, causing severe consequences for his family, including driving his parents to a suicide attempt.

After learning about the Evil Eye’s tragic past, Jiji sympathizes with its suffering and chooses a path of coexistence rather than exorcism. Currently, Jiji and the Evil Eye coexist under the agreement that the Evil Eye will not harm others except in battles against Okarun. This delicate balance defines their relationship as they navigate their shared existence.

jiji's Key Moments and Images from Various Episodes

Next, we’ll take a look back at Jiji’s standout scenes from each episode of the anime, accompanied by images.

However, Jiji has not yet appeared in the anime, so there are no scene cuts available at this time. We will update this section as soon as official information is released—stay tuned!

Source : Dandadan Official