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This article provides an in-depth explanation of Yuji Itadori a character from jujutsu kaisen. It includes details about his height, abilities, past episodes, and images of his appearances in the anime.

What is the Anime Jujutsu Kaisen Where Yuji Itadori Appears?

Jujutsu Kaisen (呪術廻戦) is a dark fantasy series that began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in March 2018. The story follows Yuji Itadori, a high schooler who enters a world of curses and sorcery after unsealing a powerful “Cursed Object.” The series concluded in September 2024.

The Jujutsu Kaisen manga has surpassed 100 million copies in circulation. The anime adaptation aired its first season from October 2020 to March 2021, becoming a massive hit. The success continued with the theatrical release of Jujutsu Kaisen 0 in December 2021 and the highly acclaimed Season 2 airing from July to December 2023. Fans can also look forward to the production of Jujutsu Kaisen: The Culling Game Arc.

Yuji Itadori's Official Plofile

Name: Yuji Itadori
Yuji Itadori (虎杖 悠仁, Itadori Yūji) is the main protagonist of the anime series Jujutsu Kaisen. A first-year student at the Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School, Yuji possesses extraordinary physical abilities and a bright, optimistic personality. His life changes forever when he swallows a cursed object, "Ryomen Sukuna's Finger," becoming Sukuna's vessel. Despite his predicament, Yuji is driven by a strong sense of justice and loyalty toward his friends.

Age: 15
Birthday: March 20
Hometown: Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan
Height: 173 cm (still growing, as noted by the author)
Weight: Over 80 kg (with single-digit body fat percentage)
Hobbies and Skills: Karaoke, TV watching, impersonations
Favorite Foods: Rice bowls and noodles
Dislikes: Science subjects, especially molar calculations, which once caused him to give up entirely
Ideal Type: A woman with a strong presence, such as actress Jennifer Lawrence (as Yuji describes, "someone tall and curvy")
Voice Actor: Junya Enoki (榎木淳弥)

Source: Official Jujutsu Kaisen Fanbook, bonus pages from the manga volumes

Overview of Yuji Itadori

■Who is Yuji Itadori?
Yuji Itadori, a high school student from Sendai, became the "vessel" of the King of Curses after consuming the special-grade cursed object known as Ryomen Sukuna's Finger. Following this event, he is recruited by Jujutsu High and embarks on a journey as a jujutsu sorcerer under the condition of a suspended execution, which will only take place after he consumes all of Sukuna's fingers.

Yuji's principles are deeply influenced by the final words of his grandfather, Wasuke Itadori:

"You’re strong, so… Help people."

Yuji Itadori’s Appearance

■Hair and Face
Yuji Itadori sports a short two-block haircut with shaved sides in black and a pinkish light brown hue overall. This distinctive hair color, highlighted in both the anime and manga, reflects his bright and energetic personality. When Sukuna takes control, Yuji's appearance subtly changes, with his hair spiking upward.
His eyes are brown, matching his hair color, with a slightly sharp, sanpaku-eyed look. Unique lines resembling small grooves appear under the outer corners of both eyes. These lines are not just wrinkles but are considered part of the physical changes brought about by housing Sukuna within his body.

■Outfit
Yuji's Jujutsu High uniform, featuring a hooded design, has been customized by Satoru Gojo without permission. Yuji himself likes the hood and often wears it even outside of battles. As for casual attire, he frequently opts for hooded tops and practical, comfortable clothing, reflecting his preference for functionality over style.

■Scars
After the intense battles during the Shibuya Incident, Yuji's face now bears scars that tell the story of his struggles as a fighter. Notable scars near his right eye and mouth are particularly prominent, symbolizing both his growth as a warrior and the harshness of his experiences.

Yuji Itadori’s Abilities

■Divergent Fist (Keitei-ken)
One of Yuji’s signature moves, Divergent Fist, results from his raw physical speed and initially unrefined cursed energy manipulation. After a strike lands, the cursed energy follows with a delayed impact, delivering a secondary shockwave. While this was initially criticized as a “flaw,” Yuji refined the technique after experiencing Black Flash and began using it intentionally to disrupt opponents' movements and deliver devastating damage.

■Black Flash (Kokusen)
Black Flash is regarded as the “critical hit” of Jujutsu sorcery, occurring when cursed energy collides within 0.000001 seconds of a physical attack. This phenomenon magnifies the attack’s power by 2.5 times. Yuji first activated Black Flash during training with Aoi Todo from Kyoto Jujutsu High. Since then, he has consistently used it in battles against special-grade curses, including Mahito. The mastery of Black Flash demonstrates Yuji’s advanced energy manipulation and focus under pressure, marking a significant milestone in his growth.

■Soul Strike
As Sukuna’s vessel, Yuji has developed a unique ability to perceive the contours of souls. This capability allows him to directly target an enemy's soul with his strikes, making his attacks particularly effective against curses like Mahito, who manipulate souls. This ability adds a distinctive edge to Yuji’s fighting style and is especially potent against special-grade curses and reincarnated bodies.

■Traits as Sukuna’s Vessel
As the vessel of Ryomen Sukuna, Yuji possesses a unique physiology. He has complete immunity to poisons and benefits from enhanced cursed energy. It is suggested that Sukuna’s technique, Malevolent Shrine (Mizushi), may eventually become etched into Yuji’s body, hinting at potential future power development. However, being the host of such a powerful and malevolent entity comes with significant risks, making every battle for Yuji a high-stakes endeavor.

Yuji Itadori’s Family

■Grandfather: Wasuke Itadori
Wasuke Itadori, Yuji’s grandfather, is the only family member introduced at the beginning of the story. Hospitalized due to lung cancer, Wasuke played a parental role for Yuji, who cared for him deeply. Yuji often declined invitations to school club activities, choosing instead to spend his time visiting his grandfather in the hospital.

Before passing away, Wasuke left Yuji with these parting words:

"You’re strong, so help people."
"Just help people whenever you can."
"Die being surrounded by a crowd."

The last statement, “Die being surrounded by a crowd,” reflects Wasuke’s own regrets about living a solitary life and forms the foundation of Yuji’s strong sense of justice and devotion to his friends.

■Father: Jin Itadori
Jin Itadori, Yuji’s father, has little presence in the story, and much about him remains unknown. When Wasuke attempted to discuss Jin and his wife, Yuji interrupted, suggesting even Yuji himself might not know much about his father. Jin is depicted as a calm man with glasses and a striking resemblance to Yuji in appearance.

■Mother: Kaori Itadori
Even more enigmatic is Kaori Itadori, Yuji’s mother. The story hints that Kaori passed away, and Jin later remarried. As a key figure tied to the mysteries of Jujutsu Kaisen, Kaori’s role and backstory are expected to play a critical part in unraveling the series’ larger narrative.

Yuji Itadori’s Key Relationships

Megumi Fushiguro
Megumi is Yuji’s first trusted ally and someone who shares the same fate as a jujutsu sorcerer. The two meet when Megumi is tasked with retrieving Sukuna’s finger, drawing Yuji into the world of jujutsu. Despite their contrasting personalities—Megumi being calm and composed, and Yuji being emotional and action-driven—they complement each other and form a strong bond.

Nobara Kugisaki
Nobara, also a first-year student, is a confident and strong-willed individual who feels comfortable sharing her true thoughts with Yuji. Their teamwork strengthens during their battle against the Cursed Womb: Death Painting brothers, Eso and Kechizu, deepening their friendship. During the Shibuya Incident, Nobara sustains critical injuries while fighting Mahito’s clone, a moment that profoundly impacts Yuji emotionally, marking a pivotal point in his growth.

Satoru Gojo
Satoru Gojo saved Yuji from his "secret execution" and introduced him to Jujutsu High. As Yuji’s mentor, Gojo teaches him the basics of jujutsu sorcery, often combining humor with stern lessons. He recognizes Yuji’s immense potential, calling him “a prodigy not born in a thousand years.” Gojo’s sealing during the Shibuya Incident becomes a major challenge for Yuji and his friends, serving as a critical turning point in the story.

Kento Nanami
Kento Nanami serves as a senior mentor and emotional anchor for Yuji. Tasked by Gojo to train Yuji, Nanami provides guidance in both combat and the responsibilities of a sorcerer. Yuji admires Nanami’s serious and dependable nature, affectionately calling him "Nanamin." Nanami’s tragic death at the hands of Mahito during the Shibuya Incident devastates Yuji but also reinforces his resolve to carry out his duties as a sorcerer.

Choso
As the eldest brother of the Cursed Womb: Death Paintings, Choso initially seeks revenge against Yuji. However, during the Shibuya Incident, a phenomenon known as "false memories" leads Choso to perceive Yuji as his younger brother. Following this revelation, Choso becomes a protective figure for Yuji, fighting alongside him and forging a familial bond that proves to be vital.

Yuji Itadori’s Voice Actors

In the Japanese version, Yuji Itadori is voiced by Junya Enoki, while the English version is voiced by Adam McArthur. Both actors bring the character to life with their unique performances, capturing Yuji’s energy, determination, and emotional depth.

Yuji Itadori’s Key Scenes in the Anime

■Before Joining Jujutsu High: The Beginning of the Story
At the start of Jujutsu Kaisen, Yuji Itadori is depicted as an ordinary high school student attending Sugisawa Third High School in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. Despite being recruited to join the track and field club due to his exceptional athletic abilities, Yuji opts for the Occult Research Club so he can leave school by 5 PM to visit his hospitalized grandfather, Wasuke Itadori.

■Encounter with Sukuna’s Finger
The story begins to escalate when Yuji’s Occult Research Club seniors discover Sukuna’s Finger, one of the most dangerous special-grade cursed objects sealed for centuries.

Driven by curiosity, the seniors attempt to unseal and inspect the finger at school during the night, unwittingly attracting powerful curses to the area. This incident puts Yuji and his friends in grave danger. It is here that Yuji meets Megumi Fushiguro, a jujutsu sorcerer, and is introduced to the world of curses.

■Yuji’s Decision to Swallow Sukuna’s Finger
When curses attack and threaten the lives of his seniors and Megumi, Yuji decides to swallow Sukuna’s Finger in a desperate attempt to gain the power to fight back. While most people would die instantly upon consuming such an object, Yuji’s unique compatibility allows him to survive and become Sukuna’s vessel.

This pivotal moment marks the awakening of Ryomen Sukuna, the King of Curses, within Yuji’s body and sets the story into motion. It highlights Yuji’s selfless nature and his unwavering commitment to saving others, even at great personal risk.

■Transfer to Jujutsu High and the Suspended Execution
After swallowing Sukuna’s Finger, Yuji is sentenced to a secret execution by the higher-ups of the Jujutsu world. However, Satoru Gojo intervenes and proposes that Yuji’s execution be suspended until he consumes all of Sukuna’s fingers. Under this condition, Yuji transfers to Jujutsu High to begin his journey as a sorcerer.

Cursed Womb: Death Painting Arc
In his first mission as a jujutsu sorcerer, Yuji faces a special-grade curse haunting a juvenile detention center. Despite his remarkable physical abilities, he experiences fear and helplessness in the face of the curse’s overwhelming power.

Yuji releases Sukuna’s power to fight the curse, but Sukuna briefly takes control of Yuji’s body, exposing the risks of being Sukuna’s vessel. This arc emphasizes Yuji’s resolve to protect others while confronting the limits of his own strength.

Kyoto Goodwill Event Arc
During the exchange event with Kyoto Jujutsu High, Yuji grows significantly as a sorcerer by learning cursed energy manipulation and teamwork. His duel with Aoi Todo reveals Yuji’s untapped potential, prompting Todo to train him and eventually call him “brother.”

The arc features their coordinated battle against the special-grade curse, Hanami, during which Yuji successfully performs Black Flash, showcasing his growth as a fighter.

■Young Fish and Reverse Punishment Arc
In this arc, Yuji befriends Junpei Yoshino, a boy manipulated by the curse, Mahito. Despite Yuji’s attempts to save him, Junpei meets a tragic end at Mahito’s hands.

Fueled by grief and anger, Yuji confronts Mahito in a fierce battle. Utilizing his unique ability to perceive souls, Yuji is able to inflict significant damage on Mahito, marking an emotional and pivotal fight in the series.

■Shibuya Incident Arc
The Shibuya Incident is one of the most intense moments in Yuji’s journey. He faces Mahito once again, who wreaks havoc using his soul-manipulating technique, Idle Transfiguration, causing countless deaths.

This arc is emotionally devastating for Yuji as he witnesses the death of Kento Nanami and the critical injury of Nobara Kugisaki. These events push Yuji to the brink, forcing him to confront both his guilt and his resolve as Sukuna awakens within him after consuming 11 fingers. Sukuna's rampage through Yuji's body results in massive destruction, leaving Yuji deeply emotionally scarred and questioning his place in the world.

Source : Jujutsu kaisen Official