It’s Official, Gojo Isn’t Even Close to Jujutsu Kaisen’s Most Popular Character
Ahmed Riaz
For years, fans of Jujutsu Kaisen have treated Satoru Gojo as the series’ ultimate fan-favorite. His overwhelming power, effortless confidence, and memorable personality helped turn him into one of modern anime’s most recognizable figures. However, a recent fan poll from Japan suggests that the franchise’s popularity rankings have shifted in a surprising way.
A survey conducted among thousands of Japanese viewers from Ranking! reveals that the most beloved character right now isn’t Gojo at all. Instead, the spotlight belongs to the series’ protagonist, Yuji Itadori, whose emotional struggles and determination during the latest storyline have made him the standout favorite among fans following Season 3.
Yuji Itadori Emerges as the Clear Fan Favorite
Yuji Itadori from Jujutsu Kaisen with a background of hearts
The poll, which gathered responses from nearly 2,500 participants ranging from teenagers to adults, ranked the most popular characters currently appearing in the anime’s third season. At the top of the list was Yuji Itadori, whose role in the intense “Culling Game” storyline has placed him at the center of the narrative.
Cursed Energy Assessment · Grade Evaluation Jujutsu Kaisen Trivia Challenge “Throughout Heaven and Earth, I alone am the honored one.”
Eight questions spanning the world of Jujutsu Kaisen — from cursed spirits and sorcerers to Domain Expansions and the King of Curses. Every wrong answer is a plausible decoy. Do you have Special Grade knowledge?
Cursed Archives Editorial 8 questions · 3 min read
👻CursesKing of Curses
✨SorcerersSpecial Grade
🌈DomainsExpand!
⚡TechniquesInfinity…
📘LoreGolden Age
01
The series begins when Yuji Itadori swallows a cursed object — the finger of a legendary curse known as the King of Curses, the most powerful cursed spirit in history. Who is this ancient being?
✓ Correct! Ryomen Sukuna is the King of Curses — an ancient, immensely powerful sorcerer from over a thousand years ago whose cursed essence was split into twenty indestructible fingers. When Yuji swallows one, Sukuna is reborn inside him, setting the entire story in motion.
✗ Cursed failure! The answer is Ryomen Sukuna. Mahito is a cursed spirit who manipulates souls, Jogo is a volcano-type curse, and Rika is the Queen of Curses from Jujutsu Kaisen 0. Only Sukuna holds the title of King of Curses.
02
The strongest jujutsu sorcerer alive is a blindfolded teacher at Tokyo Jujutsu High who possesses the legendary Six Eyes and the Limitless cursed technique. His birth alone shifted the balance of the jujutsu world. Who is he?
✓ Correct! Satoru Gojo is the strongest sorcerer in the modern era, wielding the Six Eyes and Limitless technique that grants him Infinity — an ability that makes him virtually untouchable. His confident declaration “Throughout Heaven and Earth, I alone am the honored one” became iconic.
✗ Cursed failure! The answer is Satoru Gojo. Suguru Geto is his former best friend turned enemy, Yuta Okkotsu is a Special Grade sorcerer from JJK 0, and Kento Nanami is a Grade 1 sorcerer and former salaryman. Only Gojo holds the title of the strongest.
03
The pinnacle of jujutsu sorcery is a technique that creates a separate space with a guaranteed hit against anyone trapped inside. This ultimate ability is declared by name before activation. What is it called?
✓ Correct! Domain Expansion is the supreme technique in jujutsu — a sorcerer manifests their innate domain as a physical space where their attacks cannot miss. Gojo’s Unlimited Void, Sukuna’s Malevolent Shrine, and Mahito’s Self-Embodiment of Perfection are among the most devastating.
✗ Cursed failure! The answer is Domain Expansion. A Binding Vow is a contract that trades conditions for power, Reverse Cursed Technique converts cursed energy into healing, and Black Flash is a critical hit that applies cursed energy within 0.000001 seconds of a physical hit.
04
Early in the series, Yuji Itadori develops an unintentional fighting style where his cursed energy arrives a moment after his physical punch, creating a devastating double impact. What is this technique called?
✓ Correct! Divergent Fist occurs because Yuji’s cursed energy is delayed behind his physical blow, creating two impacts in quick succession. While initially seen as a unique technique, it’s actually a sign of Yuji’s inexperience with cursed energy flow — he eventually learns to unify them properly.
✗ Cursed failure! The answer is Divergent Fist. Black Flash is a separate technique where cursed energy is applied within a fraction of a second of impact, creating a spatial distortion. Divergent Fist is Yuji’s signature early-series move caused by his lagging cursed energy.
05
A second-year student at Tokyo Jujutsu High possesses a hereditary cursed speech technique that imbues his words with cursed energy, forcing anyone who hears them to obey. To avoid accidentally cursing people, he only speaks using rice ball ingredients. Who is he?
✓ Correct! Toge Inumaki is the Inumaki clan descendant who wields Cursed Speech — his words become commands that others are forced to obey. He limits his vocabulary to onigiri ingredients like “salmon,” “tuna mayo,” and “kelp” to prevent accidentally harming people with his power.
✗ Cursed failure! The answer is Toge Inumaki. Maki Zenin has incredible physical prowess but limited cursed energy, Panda is a cursed corpse created by Principal Yaga, and Noritoshi Kamo uses Blood Manipulation. Only Inumaki speaks in rice ball ingredients to control his Cursed Speech.
06
Yuji, Megumi, and Nobara are first-year students at a school that trains jujutsu sorcerers to fight cursed spirits. This institution, where Gojo serves as a teacher, is located in Tokyo. What is it called?
✓ Correct! Tokyo Jujutsu High (Tokyo Metropolitan Curse Technical College) is where sorcerers train to exorcise cursed spirits. It’s one of two jujutsu schools in Japan — the other being Kyoto Jujutsu High, led by Principal Gakuganji. Their annual Exchange Event is a major arc in the series.
✗ Cursed failure! The answer is Tokyo Jujutsu High. The Zenin clan is one of the three great sorcerer families but not a school. Tokyo Jujutsu High is the institution hidden behind a barrier where Gojo, Nanami, and other sorcerers guide the next generation.
07
Sukuna’s Domain Expansion is unique — instead of creating an enclosed barrier, it manifests as an open shrine with a guaranteed hit range of up to 200 meters. This makes it one of the most powerful domains ever seen. What is it called?
✓ Correct! Malevolent Shrine is Sukuna’s Domain Expansion — a Buddhist shrine adorned with skulls that delivers relentless slashing attacks. Unlike other domains, it has no barrier, which is considered a Binding Vow that massively increases its effective range and power.
✗ Cursed failure! The answer is Malevolent Shrine. Unlimited Void is Gojo’s domain that overwhelms targets with infinite information, Chimera Shadow Garden is Megumi’s domain, and Coffin of the Iron Mountain is Jogo’s volcanic domain. Sukuna’s barrierless Malevolent Shrine is considered the pinnacle.
08
Jujutsu Kaisen became one of the best-selling manga series in history and a massive anime hit animated by Studio MAPPA. The manga was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. Who is the mangaka (creator) behind Jujutsu Kaisen?
✓ Correct! Gege Akutami is the creator of Jujutsu Kaisen, which began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2018. Akutami’s dark, complex storytelling and intricate power system have made JJK one of the defining manga and anime of its generation.
✗ Cursed failure! The answer is Gege Akutami. Tatsuki Fujimoto created Chainsaw Man, Koyoharu Gotouge created Demon Slayer, and Yuji Kaku created Hell’s Paradise. Only Gege Akutami is the mind behind the world of cursed energy, Sukuna, and Jujutsu Kaisen.
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Yuji’s popularity reflects how much viewers connect with his internal conflict. As the unwilling host of the terrifying curse Ryomen Sukuna, Yuji constantly struggles with the consequences of the power he carries. That emotional burden, combined with his unwavering resolve to protect others, has resonated deeply with audiences.
Fans often describe Yuji as someone who continues moving forward despite the weight of his responsibilities. His mixture of optimism, empathy, and stubborn determination has helped define the heart of the series. In many ways, Season 3 has highlighted the emotional cost of being a hero, making Yuji’s journey even more compelling.
Other JJK Characters Beat Gojo in the Rankings
Yuji Itadori
Panda
Yuta Okkotsu
Megumi Fushiguro
Maki Zenin
Ryomen Sukuna
Naoya Zenin
Mai Zenin
Choso
Kenjaku
Yuji wasn’t the only character to receive major recognition in the survey. Several familiar faces ranked just behind him, including the lovable cursed corpse Panda, whose emotional storyline and fierce loyalty have made him one of the season’s most memorable figures.
Another major favorite is Yuta Okkotsu, who previously led the story of the prequel film, Jujutsu Kaisen 0, and now plays a major role in the anime’s current arc. His calm demeanor hides extraordinary strength, and his complicated bond with the cursed spirit Rika continues to intrigue viewers as the story unfolds.
Other characters filling out the top rankings include Megumi Fushiguro, Maki Zenin, Naoya Zenin, Mai Zenin, Choso, and the mysterious villain Kenjaku. Their presence in the rankings shows just how wide the series’ cast appeal has become during the current storyline.
Gojo’s Absence from Season 3 May Explain the Surprising Result
Satoru Gojo, official llustration from Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade
One major factor behind Gojo’s absence from the rankings may simply be timing. The “Culling Game” arc currently dominating the anime’s story has not yet featured the legendary sorcerer, leaving fans focused on the characters actively involved in the conflict.
Because the story now centers on Yuji and his allies battling powerful sorcerers in a deadly survival game, viewers are spending far more time with this group of fighters. As a result, characters like Panda and Yuta have had more opportunities to shine on screen and build stronger connections with the audience.
Of course, that doesn’t necessarily mean Gojo has lost his legendary status among fans. His popularity has been cemented for years, and many viewers still consider him the most iconic character in the franchise. Still, the latest rankings prove that when the spotlight shifts, even anime’s biggest stars can be temporarily overshadowed.
With Season 3 continuing to unfold, animated by MAPPA and streaming on Crunchyroll, the popularity landscape could change again. For now, though, Yuji Itadori has officially taken the crown as the Jujutsu Kaisen character fans are cheering for the most.
