Beyond Gojo and Yuji: 10 Underrated Jujutsu Kaisen Characters You NEED to Know!
Jujutsu Kaisen: Unearthing the Hidden Gems!
Jujutsu Kaisen is massive, one of the most popular shonen anime series around! Characters like Gojo Satoru and Yuji Itadori are practically cultural icons, beloved by fans across the world. But Jujutsu Kaisen is much, much bigger than these two alone. So many awesome characters never got the spotlight they deserved! We’re going on a deep dive today into ten of those tragically underrated characters–exploring those smaller, but still tremendously powerful, individuals; showcasing how deeply meaningful the world and those battles really are. Some were strong fighters; other characters showcase amazing loyalty; still others show some deep resilience. Get ready to discover your new favorite characters and a new understanding of why Jujutsu Kaisen has become so beloved!
10 Underrated Jujutsu Kaisen Characters You Need to Know
10. Hanami: The Nature-Loving Disaster Curse
Hanami is an awesome, nature-themed Disaster Curse with those incredibly powerful abilities. Their hatred of humanity stems from a strong sense of loyalty toward nature and is perfectly reasonable given how they see how mankind negatively interacts with their planet. Even in defeat (Gojo was the one to stop them) Hanami’s incredible strength during fights with heavy-hitters like Gojo, Yuji, and Todo deserves massive recognition; not to mention that surprisingly sympathetic backstory and this particular villain should not be forgotten so readily. They truly are a top-tier villain.
9. Miwa Kasumi: The Unsung Heroine
Miwa might not have insane strength, but she works extremely hard. Her New Shadow Style technique, killer katana skills, and this surprisingly profound determination all get downplayed in the fandom – and at points within the storyline! Sadly, Miwa faces losses—almost gets flattened by Maki Zenin; having to use up all her power for one last shot at stopping Kenjaku. Her journey and dedication made her an amazing and unforgettably inspiring character that deserves much better; someone to learn from.
8. Mechamaru/Kokichi Muta: The Genius in the Machine!
Mechamaru (also Kokichi Muta) needed a better fate! A seriously genius-level character who created a super-advanced robot because his own body is insanely weak. A deal with those Disaster Curses ended badly–a truly tragic end against Mahito and Geto! Had he lived? He would’ve absolutely changed the fight for the better; his cleverness coupled with immense amounts of dedication really stands out, highlighting those possibilities within that storyline and demonstrates this huge wasted potential within that particular plot arc which impacted others in significant ways.
7. Shoko Ieiri: The Healer Who Saved Countless Lives
Shoko Ieiri isn’t exactly known for front-line fighting. But this brilliant doctor’s role at Jujutsu High is enormous; she heals others! Using that unbelievably rare Reverse Cursed Technique, Shoko’s skills saved countless lives (including Kiyotaka Ijichi and Takuma Ino!), sharing knowledge with those that mattered. It was Shoko’s efforts which proved crucial in other places, too; her knowledge made those kinds of victories possible for those combat characters.
6. Mai Zenin: The Zenin Sister Who Chose Sacrifice
Of the Zenin sisters, Mai was frequently overshadowed by Maki. They were raised together in that horribly oppressive clan, but their choices really contrast! Mai followed those rules; but also became a powerful sorceress! Using guns because she lacked those power reserves in other key areas demonstrated the kind of unique creativity which is only achievable through understanding the weaknesses of this individual and crafting that specifically around these shortcomings. Her willingness to be killed by their father to save her sister, Maki? A profound sacrifice, one that is both tragically fitting and utterly memorable!
5. Yuki Tsukumo: The Special Grade Sorcerer with Star Power
Yuki Tsukumo was another powerful special grade sorcerer with incredibly powerful fighting prowess and unique combat choices! This powerful jujutsu sorcerer fought incredibly well. Using Garuda, this incredibly unique shikigami with immense capabilities (through Star Rage), demonstrated immense possibilities inherent within these fighting scenarios; she really shines among the others within those same contexts. This is really sad: Kenjaku took her down using the same method, which truly turned against Yuki, leading to the final collapse of this hero.
4. Toge Inumaki: The Unstoppable Power of Cursed Speech!
Toge Inumaki’s Cursed Speech was insanely creative! That semi-grade 1 jujutsu sorcerer only attacks using his voice– it's utterly unique and brutal! The fight during the Shibuya Incident was rough– he lost an arm! And despite having immense potential that makes him critically powerful within that context he soon faded after that massive and critical battle within that plot arc! Many were disappointed he wasn’t around to use his powerful capabilities in various situations that would later arrive.
3. Junpei Yoshino: A Tragic Tale of Exploitation
Junpei Yoshino's story is heartbreaking! A victim of bullying and the cunning of Mahito. Mahito’s terrible scheme, using those same weaknesses, led to Junpei's death; and this really shook many and greatly emphasized just how devastating and cruel certain actions may be. The profound impact it has on Yuji, this intense and emotionally memorable plot serves as that lasting source of drive in a very important character.
2. Todo Aoi: The Boogie Woogie Warrior
Todo Aoi was a seriously huge favorite. Eccentric, a totally awesome fighter, he had a great relationship with Yuji, working amazingly in various situations; this includes his contribution to Mahito's final battle. And fans wanted Todo to fight more after the Shibuya Incident, not the only instance but was definitely impactful; losing a hand as a cost. This amazing character got heavily underutilized–a truly devastating shame given that impressive show of prowess, and this is certainly a great moment missed.
1. Jogo: The Volcanic Disaster Curse!
Jogo was amazing– one of the best Jujutsu Kaisen villains; a powerful Disaster Curse (roughly equal to Sukuna's eight or nine fingers). His volcanic-themed powers had truly stunning visuals! His domain is hard to beat, and those repeated fights against Gojo alone were memorable. This powerhouse would’ve made much more of a lasting impact had it not been cut short; this incredible moment during the Shibuya Incident highlights that tremendous wasted potential; highlighting his immense growth that happened before he died; given enough time, Jogo might've been nearly unstoppable!
Conclusion: The Power of the Underdogs
Jujutsu Kaisen has these iconic, incredibly well-known characters – but we easily miss those equally significant but underappreciated characters highlighted above! They're vital; they show depth, tragedy, and intense loyalty! Some were brilliant strategists, others intensely fierce fighters, but their contributions, although limited to just various small areas throughout the show's storyline deserve serious recognition. Each has their unique moments which ultimately changed events and deeply impact viewers, and demonstrate just how truly extensive this story really is!
