Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo shone yet missed the martyrdom flair, so naturally, Yuji Itadori returned. Sixty-eight years after the main story, Yuta Okkotsu and Maki Zenin’s grandchildren face alien Simurians stealing Cursed Energy and kidnapping children. What would be an interesting premise on its own just got even more thrilling with the return of Yuji Itadori.

Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo has captivated readers, but anticipation for Yuji Itadori’s return has been building steadily. The upcoming Chapter 19, releasing on January 25, 2026, marks the highly awaited reappearance of Yuji Itadori, a legendary figure whose presence alone commands attention.

Decades after the original series, Yuji Itadori remains remarkably youthful, a consequence of the cursed objects he consumed. He is portrayed as the strongest sorcerer, wielding powers that defy logic, while his reputation precedes him, inspiring awe and fear among both allies and enemies alike.

After decades in hiding, Yuji Itadori is expected to return to assist Yuta Okkotsu and Maki Zenin’s grandchildren against the Alien King Dabura. His experience, wisdom, and formidable skills are going to be pivotal in guiding the new generation through threats that would overwhelm ordinary sorcerers.

Yuji Itadori’s comeback hints that Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo has only just begun teasing its wildest surprises.

What other surprises to expect from Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo

The title Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo references a mathematical remainder, widely believed to signify Sukuna’s twentieth finger, which has remained indestructible since the original series finale. This hints at a potential climactic return, positioning Sukuna as the final remainder of the curse era.

A persistent mystery is Yuji Itadori’s unaging body, which remains unchanged sixty-eight years after the original series. Theories suggest his physiology transformed into a permanent Cursed Object after consuming the Death Paintings and acting as Sukuna’s vessel, granting him near-immortality and unique resilience.

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Written by

Iffat Siddiqui

Edited by

Aliza Siddiqui