Unraveling the Mystery: Did Sukuna Uncover Yuji's True Identity in Jujutsu Kaisen?

Although season 2 of the anime recently ended, the manga has continued to progress rapidly. The members of Team Jujutsu High are currently engaged in a fierce battle with Ryomen Sukuna, aiming to finally defeat him without the assistance of Gojo Satoru.

Yuji Itadori, the protagonist of the series, has experienced many dark and challenging events. He is determined to stop Sukuna's reign of terror. Due to sharing the same body and witnessing Sukuna's crimes, Yuji has developed a strong hatred towards him. As a result, the two are now facing each other in a deadly confrontation.

Despite appearing to be just an ordinary person caught up in the world of Jujutsu, Yuji's true identity holds more significance. Fans are curious to know if Sukuna is aware of who Yuji really is.

Jujutsu Kaisen: Was Sukuna aware of who Yuji Itadori truly was?

Yuji Itadori in Jujutsu Kaisen (Image via MAPPA) - Jujutsu Kaisen: Was Sukuna aware of who Yuji Itadori truly was?

Yuji Itadori is the main character in Jujutsu Kaisen. To understand him better, let's take a closer look at who he really is. At first glance, he appears to be a talented young man with a strong physique. However, due to a chain of unlucky circumstances, he gets caught up in the perilous world of Jujutsu.

However, as the story progressed, fans learned that he was more than what meets the eye. Yuji is actually a Cursed Womb Death Painting, one of nine and likely the most "perfect" of the lot.

Death Painting Wombs are Cursed Objects created from the union of Cursed Spirit and Human blood. Fully incarnated Death Painting Wombs are ranked similarly to a Special-Grade Cursed Spirit. Their flesh and blood bodies liken them to normal humans and even sorcerers have trouble distinguishing them from Cursed Spirits or Curse Users.

Kenjaku had taken over Yuji's mother's body, Kaori Itadori (chapter 143). During this time, he changed Yuji in order for him to become a vessel for Ryomen Sukuna. This explains Yuji's extraordinary physical abilities and his capability to see Cursed Spirits.

By swallowing Sukuna's finger, Yuji sealed his fate and started on the journey to becoming a host for the Demon King. In conclusion, Yuji Itadori was created by Kenjaku and can be considered as his descendant.

Does Ryomen Sukuna know who Yuji actually is?

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Judging by what has happened in Jujutsu Kaisen so far, Sukuna doesn't seem to know who Yuji really is. To Sukuna, Yuji was just his vessel until he took over Megumi Fushiguro. However, there appears to be some sort of connection between Yuji and Sukuna.

In Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 248, Sukuna finally recognizes Yuji. He was annoyed by the fact that Yuji remained firm in his beliefs. Despite being knocked down multiple times, he always got back up. He stood by his beliefs so strongly that he was willing to confront someone like Sukuna no matter what.

In the same chapter, Sukuna mentions that the Jujutsu High sorcerers reminded him of someone he knew "1000 years ago". The identity of this person remains a mystery. One possible theory is that this "someone" could be Sukuna the Sorcerer, before he transformed into Sukuna the Curse.

Before gaining his immense power, he may have been a sorcerer who pursued a single goal relentlessly - to become the strongest. This drive may have led him to take extreme measures to gain power. However, after becoming Sukuna the Curse, he abandoned and despised such ambitions and chose to live according to his own desires.

Final Thoughts

Maki Zen'in and Toji Fushiguro (Image via Shueisha) - Final Thoughts

Maki Zen'in and Toji Fushiguro (Image via Shueisha)

To put it simply, Ryomen Sukuna may not be familiar with Yuji Itadori's true identity. Even though he knows about Kenjaku's unethical use of Jujutsu to achieve his goals, it is doubtful that he knows who the boy really is.

Sukuna believed that Megumi would be a better fit for reincarnation. After successfully completing the process, Sukuna is now fully reincarnated and ready to cause trouble once again.

With Gojo and Higuruma possibly out of commission, Yuta injured, and Yuji trying to rejoin the fight, Maki Zenin could be the crucial factor for turning the tide in this chaotic battle.

Related links:

Jujutsu Kaisen: How is Kenjaku related to Yuji Itadori? Explained

Jujutsu Kaisen: What it's like being Sukuna’s vessel

Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 252: Not Yuji or Yuta, but only Maki can inspire Megumi to fight

Editor's P/S:

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