Jujutsu Kaisen: Toge Inumaki's Fate After the Shibuya Arc

The Shibuya Incident arc in season 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen resulted in devastating losses for the Jujutsu society due to intense battles in the city. While fans mourned the deaths of beloved characters in those confrontations with Cursed Spirits, the fates of other characters remain uncertain.

One of the much-loved characters, Toge Inumaki, was last seen helping citizens evacuate the Shibuya district in episode 13 of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2. With the city in ruins after the battles, fans grew concerned about Inumaki's well-being and questioned whether he will reappear in the story.

Toge Inumaki returns in chapter 220 of the Jujutsu Kaisen manga

Good news for Toge Inumaki fans, he does make a comeback in the Jujutsu Kaisen series after the Shibuya arc. However, he is missing from the manga for more than 100 chapters and finally reappears in a short scene in chapter 220.

Sukuna's use of the Malevolent Shrine against Mahoraga in the manga led to the deaths of numerous civilians. Inumaki, while evacuating the civilians, was caught in the destructive battle and sustained serious injuries, resulting in the loss of one arm. His survival was confirmed in chapter 137 by Yuta Okkotsu, who blamed Yuji Itadori for Inumaki's injury and sought to become his executioner.

Unexpectedly, it was actually a tactic to rescue Itadori, as Yuta clarified that Itadori was not at fault for the events in Shibuya. Yuta related to Itadori's situation, as he had experienced a similar predicament when he was a first-year student at Jujutsu High about a year ago.

Inumaki was noticeably absent for most of the Culling Games arc in the manga, only making a long-awaited appearance in chapter 220, much to the delight of fans. He briefly appears alongside Panda, and in chapter 221 he joins his comrades to help release Satoru Gojo from the Prison Realm. Interestingly, readers never see the moment when Inumaki loses his arm in Shibuya, as it happens off-screen, and it is expected that the anime will follow suit.

Episode 23 of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 is anticipated to feature the much-anticipated return of Yuta Okkotsu, signaling the conclusion of the Shibuya arc. With chapter 137 of the manga set to be animated in the upcoming episode, fans can expect to receive the official confirmation of Inumaki's survival.

Final thoughts

However, it will likely be a considerable amount of time before he makes a comeback in the anime. Given his return in chapter 220, it is improbable that fans will see Inumaki on the screen again until a potential season 4 of the Jujutsu Kaisen anime.

While Toge Inumaki is sidelined for most of the ongoing arc due to his injury, fans are relieved that the beloved character survived the horrific events of the Shibuya arc. However, it is uncertain when he will return to the anime as there has been no confirmation of a potential follow-up season, and it may take several years.

Editor's P/S

As a passionate fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I was thrilled to learn about Toge Inumaki's fate after the devastating Shibuya Arc. The news of his survival brought a sigh of relief, as his absence had left a void in the story. Inumaki's return in chapter 220, although brief, rekindled my excitement and anticipation for his future involvement in the series.

The revelation of Inumaki's injuries, including the loss of an arm, added a layer of depth and realism to his character. It showcased the consequences of the intense battles and highlighted the sacrifices made by the Jujutsu sorcerers. Despite his injury, Inumaki's determination to continue fighting alongside his comrades is truly inspiring. I eagerly await his return to the forefront of the story, where I hope to witness his growth and development as a sorcerer.