Japanese also criticize the end of Jujutsu Kaisen

After years of intense action, plot twists, and memorable characters, "Jujutsu Kaisen" has officially come to an end in Japan (we had previously covered the leaks). The conclusion of Gege Akutami's manga has caused a wave of reactions on social networks and forums, where fans have shared their emotions and opinions about the end of this popular franchise. Although the outcome of the story has been received with a variety of comments, many agree that the final chapter left a deep mark on the community, both for its resolution and for the underlying messages.

One of the most commented data was a summary of the number of characters who survived or died throughout the series. According to some fan reviews:

• Surviving characters: 34, of which 12 suffered some type of loss or permanent injury.
• Number of deceased characters: 40.
• Characters with an uncertain fate: 1 (Remi).

This means that only 45.3% of the main characters managed to survive, while 53.3% passed away. This balance, characteristic of a story like "Jujutsu Kaisen", left many readers reflecting on the emotional impact of each of these deaths, especially that of beloved characters.

Divided opinions on the ending

Among the most frequent reactions, the fact that many fans mentioned that their love for the series was more tied to individual characters, such as Gojo Satoru and Suguru Geto, rather than the plot as a whole. One user commented, "I eventually realized that I didn't like 'Jujutsu Kaisen' as such so much, but rather Gojo Satoru and Suguru Geto."

Another aspect that has generated conversation was Akutami's apparent criticism of the excessive importance given to Gojo Satoru. One reader highlighted a phrase that resonates with what Akutami had mentioned in previous interviews, when he stated that the departure of "adults" from the story was necessary for younger characters to develop. This has been interpreted as a way for the author to seek for the new characters to overcome Gojo's legacy and find their own path:

"We shouldn't keep chasing Gojo, but learn from the important things he taught and build a fortress of our own." Another point that fans discussed was the tone of the final chapter. Many agreed that it was a surprisingly "beautiful" and "clean" conclusion to a series known for its darkness and complexity. One of the readers commented: "The ending was extremely clean, almost poetic. It connected with the first chapter and Yuji's grandfather's message, which was 'save those you can save'. That idea stuck until the end, and it was a very well achieved conclusion."

The Sukuna arc was also a topic of discussion. Some highlighted that although Sukuna was one of the scariest villains, his final story was not so much about his power, but about the loneliness of being the "king of curses." This more introspective approach surprised readers, who were expecting a more explosive ending, but appreciated Akutami's decision to give a deeper dimension to his antagonist.

A curious aspect that was also a topic of conversation is Weekly Shonen Jump's decision not to give the cover or a single color page to the final chapter of "Jujutsu Kaisen", something that some fans considered a lack of recognition of the magnitude of the work. However, this follows an editorial policy that gives preference to new emerging works: "It is a tradition of Shonen Jump not to give cover or color pages to the series that end. It's rare for this to change, only a few mangas have been the exception."

Like any ending of such an influential work, the denouement of "Jujutsu Kaisen" has left some satisfied and others with criticism. Some readers consider that the series ended abruptly, while others highlight the beauty and coherence of the final message. Whatever the fans' stance, there is no doubt that "Jujutsu Kaisen" has left a legacy in the world of manga, and its impact will be remembered for many years to come. As one fan mentioned, "This was the journey of Sukuna, the king of curses, and also the story of how Yuji Itadori tried to fulfill his grandfather's wish to save those within his reach. In the end, he fulfilled that mission."

Gege Akutami's work closed with a bang, and now readers can only look back and appreciate the full journey that was "Jujutsu Kaisen."

Source: Hachima Kikou