To celebrate the upcoming release of Jujutsu Kaisen: Theater Compilation - Hidden Inventory / Premature Death on the 30th, an official interview with Yuichi Nakamura, who voices Satoru Gojo, has been published.

On Geto’s Change of Heart and the Rift with Gojo

Q: In the “Hidden Inventory / Premature Death” arc, we see a shift in Geto’s ideology that impacts his relationship with Gojo. How did you interpret that change when watching the visuals?

Nakamura: Geto’s sense of disparity and inferiority toward Gojo gradually transforms into a rift. But I don’t think it’s about personal conflict. Rather, it stems from “a difference in the side each has chosen”—whether to walk the path of a jujutsu sorcerer or a curse user. It’s not that Geto outright denies Gojo; he simply begins to act in accordance with his own convictions. That’s how I see the change—not as a collapse in their bond, but a divergence in beliefs.

As for the incident involving Riko Amanai, which triggered Geto’s ideological shift, I don’t think Gojo felt its weight as heavily as Geto did. It served as a moment where Gojo realized that “no matter how powerful I am, there are things I still can’t protect,” or that someone like Toji Fushiguro—despite lacking cursed energy—can still be overwhelmingly strong. He took it as something that simply couldn’t be helped. But Geto couldn’t do the same. And Gojo failed to notice that.

Even in Jujutsu Kaisen 0, I don’t believe Gojo truly understood Geto’s reasoning. He grasped the logic, but ultimately chose to walk a different path, thinking, “That’s not how I fight.”

The Most Memorable Scene for Nakamura

Q: Was there a particular scene that stood out to you?

Nakamura: Every scene in “Hidden Inventory / Premature Death” is memorable, but if I had to pick one, it would be the confrontation between Gojo and Geto in Shinjuku. From the manga and from voicing Gojo in the first season and the movie, I had always seen Gojo as someone who doesn’t really connect emotionally with others. So at first, I intended to deliver his lines to Geto with raw emotion, expressing “I don’t understand what you’ve done.” But during the test take, I was advised to perform it as if Gojo came to hear Geto out.

Though it ends in a heated exchange, we changed the tone of the opening lines, and that shift really left an impression on me.

Experiencing the Film in Theaters

Q: The film includes a rearranged theme song, 5.1ch surround sound, and new arrangements—how did it feel watching it on the big screen?

Nakamura: The big screen and rich audio of a movie theater truly elevate the experience. There are many quiet scenes in “Hidden Inventory / Premature Death,” which makes it especially well-suited for the immersive, distraction-free environment of a cinema rather than a noisy home.

Thoughts on the New “Juju Sanpo” Short

Q: What was your impression of the new Jujutsu Kaisen mini anime “Juju Sanpo” inserted into the compilation?

Nakamura: The film runs for about two hours, and for viewers who already watched the TV series, it might feel a bit exhausting (laughs). I think some fans will watch it repeatedly, but once is enough for me (laughs). That’s why the “Juju Sanpo” segment offers a rare breather. It even includes that trademark Akutami-sensei humor—I remember thinking, “There it is!” (laughs)

A Message to Fans Awaiting the Movie Compilation

Nakamura: This is a work with far too much energy and quality to just leave on TV. Even during the broadcast, I kept wishing for an event-style screening in theaters. And that goes not just for “Hidden Inventory / Premature Death,” but for the future developments as well—they’ll go beyond expectations. Honestly, I wouldn’t mind if it were all turned into films from here on (laughs). I’m truly happy it’s being shown in theaters. You won’t regret it. Please enjoy it on the big screen.

Source : ORICON NEWS