Since it arrived in 2020, Jujutsu Kaisen has distinguished itself as one of the most dominant shonen anime on the market. With crisp animation, a fast-paced storyline, and just the right amount of horror, the show quickly became one of the year's most popular titles.
One of the things that make Jujutsu Kaisen so popular is its cast of quirky and interesting characters. Each of the students and faculty at Tokyo Jujutsu High is distinct, and any fan can easily connect to one of the main characters. From giant pandas to suited-up salarymen, the series offers something for everyone.
Satoru Gojo
A teacher at Tokyo Jujutsu High and a special grade sorcerer, Satoru Gojo is a complex individual who exudes an aura of mystery. Fans of Gojo are extremely confident in their abilities but are also laid-back and tend not to concern themselves with problems or people they deem to be beneath them.
Satoru acts arrogantly at times, but he is fully invested in the growth of his students because he wants them to one day surpass him in terms of strength. He acts carefree towards his peers and students, but he also has an anti-authoritarian streak and resents being told what to do. He loves to joke around and have fun, and even in combat appears to enjoy himself when challenged by a powerful opponent.
Masamichi Yaga
The principal of Tokyo Jujutsu High, Masamichi Yaga is a stern individual who takes his role as an educator very seriously. Fans of Masamichi take pride in their work and are very protective of their friends and inner circle.
Masamichi does not tolerate false emotions or weak motivations and pushes people to excel and to break through obstacles in their path. Masamichi acts stoic, but deep down he cares deeply for those close to him. He is a father figure to Panda and is not afraid to put in hard work to achieve results. He also has a love for cute things, as evidenced by his ability to create animated cursed objects in the guise of cuddly toys.
Yuji Itadori
The vessel for the spirit of Ryōmen Sukuna and the main protagonist of Jujutsu Kaisen, Yuji Itadori is an honest person who values human life. Fans of Yuji never back down from a fight and are highly ethical. Yuji is laid-back and sincere and does not get stressed or panic easily. He hates bullies and people who hurt others, and is hesitant to kill humans, even if they have evil intentions.
Yuji is willing to sacrifice his life for others and dedicates himself to ensuring that people have "proper deaths" free from needless suffering. He enjoys laughing and joking around with friends and often acts carefree, even in life-or-death situations. His ability to learn quickly and his desire to help others, along with his boosted abilities as Sukuna's vessel, means he has the potential to be a truly powerful sorcerer who could one day potentially match Satoru in strength.
Megumi Fushiguro
A first-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High and the deuteragonist of the series, Megumi Fushiguro is cool and calculating. Fans of Megumi do not believe in fairness, but at the same time believe it is important to fight for others' right to live. He has a strong sense of justice, as seen by his decision to spare Yuri from execution because he believes that good people deserve saving while those who do evil deserve to be punished.
He is rather stoic and serious and does not easily show his emotions to others. Megumi is quite reserved and tends to keep people at arm's length, but he is willing to let his guard down around his friends once he feels that they have earned his trust and respect.
Nobara Kugisaki
Another first-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High and the tritagonist of the series, Nobara Kugisaki is brash and confidant. Fans of Nobara are authentic and opinionated and are comfortable with taking charge of a situation and leading from the front. Nobara takes pride in her appearance and loves to go shopping and visit new places. She is very outspoken and voices her thoughts openly without embarrassment or stopping to think about the repercussions of her statements.
Her talkative nature comes out even during battle, and she enjoys belittling her opponents with her sharp wit. Nobara is unafraid of being herself, and while she takes time to warm up to others, once trust is earned, she will go out on a limb for her friends.
Maki Zenin
Currently a second-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High and the twin sister of Mai Zenin, Maki Zenin is a unique sorcerer who doesn't know the meaning of the word "quit." Fans of Maki are headstrong and self-motivated when it comes to achieving their goals. Even though she was born without cursed energy, Maki is so strong-willed that she does not give up trying to become a sorcerer.
She is a natural leader and carries out tasks quickly and efficiently. She is also tough, and her wish to be stronger leads her to push her classmates to get stronger as well. While she has a bit of a temper and can be hard on her peers, she is also widely respected by her classmates for her grit and fortitude.
Toge Inumaki
Another second-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High, Toge Inumaki is a powerful sorcerer who is very aware of his surroundings. Fans of Toge may seem quiet and aloof, but deep down, they are actually quite insightful and considerate.
Toge has the power of cursed speech, so he only speaks in cryptic phrases to prevent his speech from affecting those around him. He is extremely intelligent and manages to stay level-headed, even in stressful situations. Even when his life is in danger, Toge bravely faces the opponent in front of him and is willing to put himself in harm's way to protect his friends.
Panda
A second-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High, Panda is not actually a panda, but an Abrupt Mutated Cursed Corpse fashioned by Masamichi Yaga and raised as his adoptive son. Fans of Panda are optimistic and outgoing with a great sense of humor. He is very authentic and doesn't try to pretend that he's something he's not.
He has a sarcastic sense of humor and does not get mad easily. When he is goaded into anger, he still manages to make light of the situation and tends to empathize with his opponents. Panda sees people for who they are, not simply for what species they are who they pretend to be.
Aoi Todo
A third-year student at Kyoto Jujutsu High and a grade 1 sorcerer, Aoi Todo is as strange as he is strong. Fans of Aoi enjoy the thrill of competition and are not afraid to be themselves or live life to the fullest. Aoi gets bored easily, and will often start fights just to have something to do. He believes that he can tell what kind of person a man is just by asking him what sort of girls he likes, and this notion indicates that he has a very clear sense of self concerning others.
Despite his muscular physique, Aoi is also very intelligent and philosophical. Aoi is a master of his own emotions, and this mastery has elevated him quickly through the ranks of sorcerers.
Kento Nanami
A former student of Tokyo Jujutsu High and current mentor of Yuji Itadori, Kento Nanami is a former straight-laced salaryman who tends to keep his cool. Fans of Nanami are wise and reserved, and often act calm or indifferent even in the most stressful situations.
Nanami cuts straight to the chase and does not tolerate vague thoughts or questions. While he hates working off the clock, this desire to get done on time is born from his love of efficiency rather than a lazy personality. At the same time, he is quite sociable and takes his role as Yuji's mentor seriously. He knows the work of being a sorcerer is dangerous, yet does the job to feel that his work has a purpose.