Unraveling the Gender of Uraume in Jujutsu Kaisen: A Closer Look
Delving into the enigmatic character of Uraume in Jujutsu Kaisen, this article explores the intriguing question of their gender Additionally, it analyzes Uraume's intriguing connection with Sukuna, adding depth to their mysterious presence in the series
In season 2 of Jujutsu Kaisen, Uraume reappeared in the series as a subordinate of the King of Curses Ryomen Sukuna. However, little is known about this character, leading fans to speculate whether Uraume is male or female. Uraume initially appeared in season 1, working alongside Pseudo-Geto and the Cursed Spirits, and made a return in the second season during the Shibuya Incident Arc.
Disclaimer: This article may contain spoilers from the Jujutsu Kaisen manga.
Has Uraume's gender been revealed in Jujutsu Kaisen?
The anime shows Uraume as a mysterious character in Jujutsu Kaisen, leaving their gender undisclosed. Despite fan speculation about Uraume being female, creator Gege Akutami has deliberately kept this detail hidden, fueling ongoing debate among fans.
During the Kyoto Goodwill Event Arc in the anime, Juzo Kamiya, when questioned, described Uraume as "that monk kid with the white hair." This revealed that he was unsure of the monk's gender, only recognizing their appearance.
Juzo Kamiya as seen in the anime (Image via MAPPA)
Juzo Kamiya calling Uraume a "kid" suggests that, despite being over 1000 years old, Uraume had a youthful physique similar to a teenager.
Some fans assumed Uraume was female due to having a female voice actor in both the Japanese (Mitsuki Saiga) and English (Erica Mendez) versions. However, it is common in the anime industry for children to be voiced by female actors.
Uraume as seen in the anime (Image via MAPPA)
Some well-known instances include Goku, Gohan, and Goten from the Dragon Ball series. All three characters are portrayed in Japanese by Masako Nozawa. Other popular characters such as Monkey D. Luffy and Naruto Uzumaki are also brought to life by female voice actors. Mayumi Tanaka provides the voice for Luffy, while Naruto is voiced by Junko Takeuchi.
Hence, the voice actor theory has been effectively debunked.
What is Uraume's relationship with Sukuna?
The official fanbook of Jujutsu Kaisen also disclosed that Uraume's preferred pronouns are they/them. This indicates that, for now, the character from the anime has been identified as non-binary. Consequently, it is not feasible to categorize Uraume as either male or female.
Sukuna and Uraume as depicted in the anime (Image via MAPPA)
Based on the anime's portrayal, Uraume was acquainted with Ryomen Sukuna prior to his division into twenty fingers, back in the Heian period. Their relationship indicates that Uraume served as a subordinate to Sukuna and yearned for his return. Their brief reunion in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 made it clear that Uraume intended to fully resurrect the King of Curses.
With the character finally making their move in the second season, fans can expect them to be more active in the series, subsequently.
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I find the character of Uraume to be one of the most intriguing and mysterious figures in the series. Their gender identity has been a topic of much debate among fans, and I appreciate that creator Gege Akutami has chosen to keep this detail ambiguous. This allows for a more nuanced and open-ended interpretation of the character, and it reflects the diversity and complexity of gender identities in real life.
I also find Uraume's relationship with Sukuna to be fascinating. Their shared history and Uraume's unwavering loyalty to the King of Curses add depth and complexity to both characters. It will be exciting to see how their relationship develops in future seasons of the anime and how Uraume's true intentions and motivations will be revealed. Overall, I believe that Uraume is a well-crafted and compelling character who adds a lot to the Jujutsu Kaisen universe.
