Who is Yuji Itadori's Mother? 3 Shocking Truths About Kenjaku & Kaori
The protagonist of "Jujutsu Kaisen," Yuji Itadori, is deeply loved by fans for his superhuman physical abilities and kind-hearted personality. However, one of the biggest mysteries surrounding him is his mysterious family background. As the manga's plot progresses, the shocking truth about Yuji Itadori's mother is finally revealed, which not only answers readers' questions but also adds a dark and complex sense of destiny to the entire story.
This article will delve into Yuji Itadori's mother, "Kaori Itadori," and the mastermind behind her, "Kenjaku."
Yuji Itadori's Mother: The Woman Named "Kaori Itadori"
Early in the story, Yuji Itadori has almost no memory of his parents and was raised by his grandfather. However, in the "Culling Game" arc of the manga, key flashbacks reveal his family background:
- Father: Jin Itadori
- Mother: Kaori Itadori
However, this "mother" is full of doubts. In the flashback scenes, Kaori has a clearly visible stitched scar on her forehead, a feature that perfectly matches the mark left by the thousand-year-old monster "Kenjaku" after taking over someone's body.
Shocking Truth: The Thousand-Year-Old Sorcerer "Kenjaku" Inside the Mother
The truth is chilling—Yuji Itadori's mother "Kaori" had her body taken over long ago by the thousand-year-old sorcerer Kenjaku.
Kenjaku's Technique and Goals
Kenjaku's technique involves swapping brains to seize others' bodies and use them permanently. To achieve his grand plan of creating an "optimized cursed energy world," he has conducted countless experiments.
And giving birth to Yuji Itadori was the most crucial part of his plan. Kenjaku needed a powerful vessel capable of perfectly containing the "King of Curses," Ryomen Sukuna. To this end:
- He deliberately chose and took over Kaori Itadori's body
- He united with Jin Itadori
- Thereby "creating" Yuji Itadori
The Origin of Yuji's Superhuman Physique
This also explains why Yuji was born with physical abilities far surpassing ordinary people:
- Running 50 meters in three seconds
- Punching through a wall without steel reinforcement
Because he was not born naturally but was the product of Kenjaku's meticulous design.
The Father's Persistence and the Grandfather's Warning
In Chapter 143 of the manga, Yuji's grandfather warned his son, Jin Itadori:
Stating that being with "that woman" would lead to no good end, even hinting that the real Kaori might already be dead.
However, Jin Itadori insisted on having a child with Kaori, who was already taken over by Kenjaku, suggesting he might have known part of the truth or was deceived by Kenjaku in some way. This plot highlights that Yuji Itadori's birth was entirely orchestrated by Kenjaku.
Kenjaku's Intentions and Influence as the "Mother"
As Yuji Itadori's biological "mother," Kenjaku's motives were purely to use him. Yuji's existence was not only meant to serve as Sukuna's vessel but also to play a key role in Kenjaku's plan.
This fact also establishes a blood-related brotherhood between Yuji and Choso from the Cursed Womb: Death Paintings, as Choso and the other Death Paintings were also created by Kenjaku (who at the time was occupying Noritoshi Kamo's body).
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
Q1: Who is Yuji Itadori's mother?
A: Yuji Itadori's mother is named Kaori Itadori, but her body was taken over by the ancient sorcerer Kenjaku before she conceived him.
Q2: Why did Kenjaku give birth to Yuji Itadori?
A: Kenjaku needed a powerful vessel capable of perfectly containing the "King of Curses," Ryomen Sukuna. Therefore, he deliberately took over Kaori's body, united with Jin Itadori, and created Yuji Itadori.
Q3: What is the relationship between Yuji Itadori and Choso?
A: Yuji Itadori and Choso are biological brothers, as both were created by Kenjaku. Choso is one of the Cursed Womb: Death Paintings, also "creations" of Kenjaku.
Q4: Where does Yuji's superhuman physique come from?
A: Yuji's superhuman physique comes from Kenjaku's meticulous design. As a deliberately created "perfect vessel," Yuji was born with physical abilities far beyond ordinary people.
Conclusion
In summary, Yuji Itadori's mother is named Kaori Itadori, but her body was taken over by the ancient sorcerer Kenjaku before she conceived him. Therefore, Yuji Itadori can be said to be a "perfect vessel" deliberately created by Kenjaku to realize his thousand-year plan.
This dark origin not only reveals the source of Yuji's extraordinary abilities but also sets the stage for his fateful confrontation with Sukuna and Kenjaku, making his wish to "help others and die surrounded by loved ones" seem particularly ironic and tragic.