Chapter 1
The birth of a phenomenon
Chapter 2
The mechanics of cursed energy
Chapter 3
Mythological roots and real-world folklore
Chapter 4
Global impact and artistic evolution
YOUR GOAL
Master of The world of Jujutsu Kaisen
Ch 3 · Mythological roots and real-world folklore
yuki Mythological roots and real-world folklore
Sukuna is a savior, Sukuna is a savior! A four-armed hero in the hills of Gifu!
yuki Gojo and Yuta share a common ancestor who was one of Japan's three legendary vengeful spirits.
Fun Fact
Local Hero: In Gifu Prefecture, Japan, Ryomen Sukuna is celebrated as a heroic figure who built ancient temples, rather than an evil demon.
Glossary
yokai (noun)
A class of supernatural monsters, spirits, and demons in Japanese folklore. Creator Gege Akutami modeled various cursed spirits directly on these traditional Japanese monsters.
A class of supernatural monsters, spirits, and demons in Japanese folklore. Creator Gege Akutami modeled various cursed spirits directly on these traditional Japanese monsters.
Quiz
In Shinto tradition, what are the straw ropes wrapped around sacred trees and rocks to ward off evil spirits called?
Quiz
In Japanese folklore, Sugawara no Michizane is deified as the patron god of which discipline?
Quiz
What traditional Japanese paper talismans are used in real life and Jujutsu Kaisen to seal cursed objects?
Quiz
Which real-world historical figure is revealed to be the common ancestor of both Satoru Gojo and Yuta Okkotsu?
Quiz
What real-world Japanese prefecture features a temple dedicated to Ryomen Sukuna as a heroic figure?
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Which Buddhist deity is associated with the hand gesture Satoru Gojo uses to activate his Infinite Void?
Quiz
In real Japanese history, what is the name of the 8th-century chronicle where Ryomen Sukuna is first mentioned?