A New Benchmark of Power: Gege Akutami Officially Confirms Adult Yuji’s Power Level

The conclusion of Jujutsu Kaisen left fans with many questions, but few were as pressing as the ultimate fate and power level of its protagonist, Yuji Itadori. For much of the series, Yuji was overshadowed by formidable sorcerers like Satoru Gojo and antagonists like Ryomen Sukuna. However, a recent and significant development has finally shed light on his potential. In a new sequel manga, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, created by Gege Akutami, Yuji Itadori’s adult self is officially described as one of the strongest sorcerers in Japan, placing him on a level comparable to Satoru Gojo himself.

This news has sent shockwaves through the fandom, solidifying Yuji’s journey from a high school student with unnatural physical strength to a true powerhouse of the jujutsu world. The revelation is a testament to Yuji’s immense growth and potential, which was hinted at throughout the original series but never fully realized. It recontextualizes his struggles and his role in the final battle against Sukuna, confirming that he was, in fact, the key to humanity’s victory.

The Post-Gojo Era: Yuji Takes the Mantle

The original Jujutsu Kaisen manga concluded in 2024, but the newly released short-term sequel, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, which is written by Gege Akutami, offers a glimpse into the future, 68 years after the main series’ conclusion. While many of the original characters are either dead or extremely old, a glimpse of adult Yuji and Gojo in the new manga describes them both as “Japan’s strongest sorcerers.” This description strongly implies that Yuji grew exponentially in the years following the Shinjuku Showdown. His power level is now considered to be on par with Gojo, a feat previously thought impossible by many within the fandom. This places him above other formidable sorcerers like Yuta Okkotsu and Maki Zenin, cementing his legacy as a jujutsu legend.

For a character who, for a long time, was perceived as lacking a significant cursed technique, this is a monumental confirmation. It shows that his unique abilities and physical prowess, combined with his role as Sukuna’s former vessel, allowed him to reach a pinnacle of power. The manga’s text points to the fact that Yuji’s growth continued long after the main story’s finale, a period where he was likely mastering his newfound techniques and understanding the full extent of his potential. He was, in the end, the main reason for humanity’s victory against Sukuna, a fact now given even more weight with this new information.

Unlocking the Full Potential: From Vessel to Master

Yuji’s journey to this level of power was far from easy. He began the series with immense physical strength but no cursed technique of his own. His true potential was unlocked through his connection to Sukuna and a series of brutal battles that pushed him beyond his limits. By the time of the final showdown, Yuji had awakened new powers, including the ability to utilize Blood Manipulation after consuming Death Painting Wombs. He also developed a unique, contact-based version of Sukuna’s Shrine technique, which allowed him to use physical slashes to damage his opponents. While these powers were impressive, they were still in their nascent stages.

The new manga’s revelation confirms what many fans had long theorized: Yuji’s potential was limitless. Gege Akutami had previously stated that Yuji possessed the same potential as Ryomen Sukuna himself. The description of him being on par with Gojo in adulthood confirms that he fully realized this potential. This confirms that Yuji’s unique blend of physical strength, immense cursed energy, and his innate abilities made him a force of nature, capable of standing shoulder to shoulder with the two most powerful beings in the series’ history. His mastery of these abilities likely came in the years after the final battle, culminating in the legendary status he now holds in the world of Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo.