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Synonyms: Sorcery Fight, JJK
Japanese: 呪術廻戦
English: Jujutsu Kaisen
German: Jujutsu Kaisen
Spanish: Jujutsu Kaisen
French: Jujutsu Kaisen
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Type: TV
Episodes: 24
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Oct 3, 2020 to Mar 27, 2021
Premiered: Fall 2020
Broadcast: Saturdays at 01:25 (JST)
Licensors: VIZ Media
Studios: MAPPA
Source: Manga
Genres: ActionAction, Award WinningAward Winning, SupernaturalSupernatural
Theme: SchoolSchool
Demographic: ShounenShounen
Duration: 23 min. per ep.
Rating: R - 17+ (violence & profanity)

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Score: 8.571 (scored by 17704461,770,446 users)
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Ranked: #1062
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Popularity: #13
Members: 2,699,727
Favorites: 92,739

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Both recent phenomenon series with very similar premises and appeal. Both involve elite human warriors trained to face supernatural beings average humans are powerless against (demons & curses).  
report Recommended by JVskunkape
Both recent phenomenon series with a lot of similarities. The curses and the devils have a lot of parallels and we follow a group of characters who hunt/kill these entities. 
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I am a Bleach fan and I have notices so many similarities when I have started watching Jujutsu Kaisen. Characters (both personality and apperance-wise), atmosphere of the universe, how the events occur and such... So I decided to search up for it and I saw I wasn't alone thinking like this. There is an interview made with both series mangakas and apparently, Jujutsu Kaisen's mangaka said they decided to write a manga after they have read Bleach for the first time. Mangaka openly said they have influenced from Bleach. I guess that's enough reason to check it out Bleach if you like Jujutsu Kaisen. You  read more 
report Recommended by Seferbaz
A red-haired protagonist, with an evil being inside him, who grants him more power and tries to overcome his consciousness. So this protagonist fights with bad guys/curses. There's an ongoing bromance and rivalry with a cool dark-haired guy, and a senior white-haired guy with face covered by mask (but the masks are in reverse). And many charismatic supporting characters. 
report Recommended by Neesan-chan
it is simillar treat as spirit world and curses but Noragami is about easier and relaxed start but it makes development is actually scary. in jujutsu all curses is like chakra from naruto. it is more about fights and techniques both have fighs and spirit/curses. you may like only one or both. 
report Recommended by ArchNiki
Both feature unique power systems and amazing world building. Both series can have a dark gritty tone but perfectly balance it with it's more lighthearted bits. 
report Recommended by JVskunkape
-Both about the main character who thought they were normal and live normal lives, but then they ended up both having a demon inside of them. -Both of the main characters are then forced to transfer to a new city, new school that focuses strictly on magic. -Both typical, interesting shounen anime 
report Recommended by iNinjeek
- Itadori and Naruto have both something inside of them living that their world, I'd say, despise. - Three people per team: Naruto, Sakura and Sasuke; Itadori, Nobara and Megumi; and the three of them have similar personalities - Naruto is way longer than Jujutsu Kaisen 
report Recommended by Kaito1115
Both newer phenomenon JUMP series. 2 of the 3 manga that were dubbed "JUMP hell trio" alongside the now ended manga Chainsaw Man (although it's anime adaptation will soon join BnHA & JJK and likely be as big a phenomenon!!) Both experts at balancing their darker moments with their more lighthearted humour and lovable characters. 
report Recommended by JVskunkape
Very similar - 3 key characters - each with their backstory supernatural powers strong lead that obviously doesn't know he is strong strong antagonist lead that is always scheming.. 
report Recommended by nerdyslacker
The comparison is clear to anyone who has seen both. Someone even mistook me for watching a new Parasite anime when they briefly glanced over my watching JJK. They both have a foreign entity who inhabits their body and manifests themselves on that body in similar ways. 
report Recommended by JVskunkape
1. Master - Student pair in both ANIME. 2. Masters (Sensei) are very cool & funny character in both Anime. 3. Overpowered Protagonist. 4. Art & Animation are excellent. 5. Supernatural Anime with plenty of action.  
report Recommended by Doutei-kun
They have the same vibe Also I think the characters are similar but in different places of importance. Like the background characters are opposite in both series. 
report Recommended by WhiteBooks
Both have characters with certain special powers and use it to help solve strange mysteries in it. 
report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost
Supernatural action series with the same concept: a bunch of chosen ones - Jujutsu sorcerers/Spirit World warriors are fighting against different Curses/Youmu - most of them are just brainless monsters, but some can communicate and even imitate a human form. The most principal difference between these two shows is that Beyond the Boundary is a SoL moe romance while JJK is a classic battle shounen. 
report Recommended by kataneer
Both protagonists involuntarily became vessels to an op demon, but are still able to maintain control over their mind/body and remain "human". They use their powers to fight other demons for the greater good. Especially when others get hurt or are at risk, that's when they really kick into gear. Both series have great action scenes as well.  
report Recommended by ChibiChica
both are supernatural action themed shounen series with lots of nice to look at visuals,animation and art as well too. 
report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost
If Jujutsu Kaisen was to be a Slice of Life show about high school girls, it would be Mieruko-chan. The shows vibe really close with those Japanese monsters. Only Jujutsu Kaisen is a Naruto-like universe where the characters have all sorts of powers, and in Mieruko-chan it's about a high school girl who can just see them and tries to deal with them without them causing havoc in her and her loved ones' lives. 
report Recommended by Alex796
I'm doing this recommendation just because art/animation. These two anime has similar art and they are both shounen. Maybe it's happened because MAPPA has a connection with Madhouse in the past, i don't know. (Valid for OPM season 1 only.) 
report Recommended by SerhaTR0483-2
Dark themed Shonen's that still have overarching plots of being morally sound and justice will prevail. 
report Recommended by Coopsterrr
Both feature a lovable cast of main characters who hunt non human entities terrorising average humans (demons in YYH and curses in JJK) for the greater good. Both have great premises, world building & art styles with classic OSTs. 
report Recommended by JVskunkape
1. Similar proportion of humor and action. 2. Protagonists in both titles make others laugh. 3. There are monsters living inside both protagonists. 4. Moreover, both protagonists serves/studies in the organizations which fights such monsters. 
report Recommended by DollParanoid
Innately strong teen gains a power to fight demons 
report Recommended by Zoldyck_95
If you are a manga reader, you have probably heard the term 'The Dark Trio' which includes JJK, CSM, and Jigokuraku. They are pretty similar in the genre being dark action shounen mangas but just because they are pretty much the same genre, does NOT in any way make them copycats or boring. Each manga has such a unique story and world with AMAZING characters. If you loved the pacing of jjk and the characters you will love jigokuraku. What I love about all three of these mangas is that despite taking place in a completely different world and dealing with fictional monsters and such,  read more 
report Recommended by Ridzaxster
In both, the protagonist deals with an unknown demonic being inside his body. And constantly (based on the OP) decides a dilemma if he's a good or bad guy after all. 
report Recommended by Neesan-chan
Similar atmosphere of the story. Similar group of young trainees going out to face a great evil. Evil has a team as well. Very old school anime feel.  
report Recommended by Chai_
Both Protagonists Hunts some kind of Cursed Spirit both cursed spirit in anime have similar concept 
report Recommended by Yayuly
Both main characters bodies are inhabited by a powerful ancient spirit, which they share their body with. When these respective protagonists get into tight spots they rely on the strength of these more powerful spirits. Both have themes of bonds/friendship and their own takes on spirits & the supernatural. In both the main cast are also high-schoolers and often wear their gakuran. The similar charm and aesthetic to the shows make me confident fans of one will likely enjoy both. 
report Recommended by JVskunkape
Congratulations! You're a Japanese High schooler possessed by a demon! Other such similarities are not wanting the demon to plunge the world into chaos, having a core trio of fighters, and both having comedic moments. 
report Recommended by Calabre006
Both anime have OP characters fighting in puzzle fights. Almost every character in these two animes are really buffed. Every character has a different power to defeat a enemy. There also are Jojo refferences in Jujutsu Kaisen. 
report Recommended by OfficialNarwal
Pretty large cast with good characters. They use magic and they fight bad guys. The main characters are very similar to each other. 
report Recommended by blaavane
Strong main characters with moral compasses guiding decisions Amazing animation Side character similar to Uzui Strong Female Leads Short watch Shamelessy Shonuen 
report Recommended by INFPwithFe
have another entity inside the main character to protect others 
report Recommended by emileemacc
Both feature ranks of trained warriors (Jujutsu sorcerers in jjk and the Fire force in FF) who battle non-human dark entities (curses in jjk and infernals in FF). Both have great world building, art styles and humour. 
report Recommended by JVskunkape
Students battling otherworldy/spiritual monsters Normal population doesn't believe or see the monsters Gaining the ability to see and interact with stuff from this other world Main character is cursed by a demon Great animation Jujutsu kaisen has a much larger cast of characters and is edgy, Dandadan is focused more on a smaller group and is more comical 
report Recommended by mecchist
Highschoolers, the supernatural, action & goofy humour. These series share a lot of similarities and I'd recommend fans of one consider looking at the other! :) 
report Recommended by JVskunkape
Shingeki no kyojin is about killing titans instead of curses. Both Protagonist is something that they also want to kill. For example, the main character of jjk is a curse while the main character of Snk is a titan. Both animes also have a guy that every fangirl is simping on. 
report Recommended by Animelord_16
Bible to Gege for jjk, very similar as stated in the jjk fanbook, one of his favorite manga's and big inspiration - this is where Gege got his curses inspiration from - Similar character design  
report Recommended by StariaSan
Both a group of people working together to stop something. 
report Recommended by 0Grepaze0
- To start off, both anime have really good animation, MAPPA and ufotable both did fantastic jobs. Kara no kyoukai centers it’s plot around mystery while jjk prioritses action. - In particular, Nobara does remind me of Shiki, short haired with an attitude (I find that hot btw) which means they both provide us with some damn entertaining fight sequences and badassery. - If you’re looking for something different to watch, this is the one.  
report Recommended by Mo168
- Cool shounen story where the protagonist evolves incredibly fast and most importantly with charisma - Beautiful animation - Magnificent characters - Can't stop watching it/ must watch type of anime  
report Recommended by kyo_04
I think Jujutsu Kaisen and Boku no Hero have somethings in common like Gojo Saturo and All Might are powerful character of both the series feared by the villains. Both are overpowered. Similarly we can compare Deku, Bakugo and Todoroki to Itadori, Megumi and Nobara as they seems to be the main in lead. Both have a good concept, are exciting and have great fighting scenes.  
report Recommended by theUchihaMaster
- Both protagonists deal with monsters born from humans' negative emotions - 'Both protagonists 'exorcise' the monsters born from human's negative emotions' - Both protagonists experience growth throughout the show. - Both protagonists are kinda overpowered I feel the animes are rather similar because of these reasons. They might have a few more but I have already forgotten some details from Sousei no Onmyouji as I watched the show awhile back but these are the main similarities. Happy watching ! 
report Recommended by deionize
Both have their main characters train in a school specifically for their powers, and have great characters, animation, and fights, however Jujutsu kaisen is better in all of those categories. 
report Recommended by ThickTomato
-Protagonists are tasked with eliminating supernatural pests -Lots of battles shonen style -Powerful mentor -There are human enemies that work in team and try to infiltrate the opposition  
report Recommended by Kareblis
A group of students and adults have to fight spirits that most people cannot see unless they have an ability of their own to fight said spirits. Both shows also contain a lot of action and dramatic fates for some characters.  
report Recommended by azreiiiel
Both shows make me connect and feel for each character. Then a hand grenade is thrown and your fighting the Onion cutting gods and you can't hold back the tears. 
report Recommended by tazmo505
If you need a perfect person but has many personality characteristics including the crazy hilarious type then you need this anime which you can't get in the real world 
report Recommended by Fansolit
Both are battle shounen.High emphasis on combat, same shounen formula... 
report Recommended by Sohaibcha9
It's probably the closest thing in terms of likable characters, interesting plot, and high stakes. Additionally JJK straight up steals a good portion of it's ideas -- not to say it's derivative, they're both great works. 
report Recommended by finalegoist
Both of these shows share bloody action and lots of fast-paced fights. They also emanate a similar vibe that I think both fanbases like about their shows. I don't think all fans of either show will definitely enjoy the other, but I definitely think they should give it a try.  
report Recommended by Sir_Zedmore
The art in jujutsu kaisen is what really got me into the show. Takt OP. was a perfect choice for MAPPA. Such beautiful animation and great fight scenes. I love the colors and the fact I am interested in an anime about music, blows me away. 
report Recommended by oilbuds
NARRATIVE: It might look like a stretch, but some plot points are similar 1. -Special forces- to hunt down -threats hiding amongst public- (Latent criminals/Cursed Spirits) 2. MC being in full control of their minds (clear hue/prevent Sukuna taking charge) 3. MC refusing to kill a human, under any circumstances 4. MC and their friends getting responsibility of -big risky tasks- from the start ANIMATION: the fighting scenes are awesome CHARACTERS: Memorable badass characters (Kyogami/Satoru) *PP has a complete overall story arc, but JJK is the start and the foundation for future seasons 
report Recommended by hz6el
Both have characters with crazy Supernatural powers and hold a fight against one all-powerful villain. In Jujutsu Kaisen, the all-powerful villain is Sukuna, who Yugi Itadori is in a constant fight with. In Mob Psycho, it is Suzuki, who is the boss of the Claw organization. 
report Recommended by soxterna
- They both fight supernatural entities - both MC fight to protect people - They are both in modern Japan - they use weapons specials to fight against entities - both seal/exorcise the entities - both mc they had bad experience with the entities - Both mc have a certain physical resemblance 
report Recommended by CrankyBluey
- Both have incredible action sequences. - both have the same director They are quite different programs but definitely if you like one you will like the other 
report Recommended by CrankyBluey
Listen, you loved how they shmoved around were very epic... Let me tell ya, this show is that. It will take some time for it to get there but it is incredibly good. 
report Recommended by Gaerrot
As main characters, Shirou (Fate/stay night) and Yuuji (Jujutsu Kaisen) have a strong moral code that determine their behaviour toward strangers, friends, and foes. They will not hesitate to endanger themselves to save someone else, even to the point of being reckless. Fate/stay night and Jujutsu Kaisen represents some of the best action anime series. 
report Recommended by lancelot200
There are demons/curses, which are similar, as well as exorcists to destroy them. both in a school like setting for others who are training their own power to fight. Great fight scenes and well crafted story lines. 
report Recommended by emmyspirit
In both, the MC's deal with supernatural beings and are trying to defeat those to help other people. In JK the MC is forced to rely on the cursed spirit to fight back, in UtT the MC teams up with a powerful youkai. They both are against evil acts and wrongdoings, being similiar in their fate and also in character. Both are kind of episodic dealing with 'monsters' but also follow the main storyline in the process. Both have great trio/duo dynamics and same sense of comedy in between..., also they give off the same Shounen, action vibes.  
report Recommended by TheWhiteDemon
Jujutsu Kaisen is a fantastic show all around. From the story to the characters to the action, everything is executed phenomenally. However if the thing that sold you the most was the silky smooth fighting animation by Mapa or just he fights in general, I would highly recommend checking out Tenjou Tenge. The shows packed with mind blowing fight sequences. Swinging strong right out the gate with Ep.2, which contains one of my all time favorite anime fights.  
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Very similar premises and storylines. Both stories incorporate a substantial group of members with supernatural powers trying to save the city from terrorism and evil, but at the same time add twists of humor to lighten up the mood. 
report Recommended by wluo329
Both deal in supernatural shit, as well as a strong female lead in it as well too and stopping the paranormal shit that causes nothing but misery to others and also nice art and character designs too. 
report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost
Why am I recommending a baseball anime? Because you need something happy after the Shibuya Incident depression. The MCs are both very bright and sunny (Eijun is a lot more stupid than Yuji). The (sub) voice actor of Geto plays one of the MCs (Miyuki) except his character is very similar to Gojo. Choso's VA also is one of the MCs. The characters are super lovable and its just the right amount of comedy to pull you out of your depression :) You don't have to like baseball to enjoy this one. I did not when I first watched it. Just think of this as  read more 
report Recommended by Leadle_Lee
Both have sorcerers as an integral theme and characters with physical abnormalities. 
report Recommended by JVskunkape
Both contain non human entities intrinsically woven into the lives of our main cast (monster spirits, curses). Both also have the concept of two beings inhabiting the same body.  
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Both great shonen with extremely lovable characters and amazing OSTs. Both main characters are similar in that they are both almost blockhead-y strong men driven more so by their intense emotions rather than thinking too deeply into a situation. Both also have impeccable world building with gorgeous art styles, characters and character designs.  
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Both have super natural entities that toy with human lives as they see fit and the small group of elite humans who are aware of their existence. 
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Both feature supernatural beings in curses (jjk) and the demon society (blood lad). Both have great humour with very lovable characters & OSTs.  
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both are duel action themed anime with a supernatural twist with them nice art and character designs as well as suspense too. And also an mc having a dark side as well too and some horror elements included.  
report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost
Both share supernatural themed stories set in a modern Japan as well as a malvolent force behind the events and also, lots of stylish visuals and animation as well too. And charismatic white haired characters too. 
report Recommended by Disapeared_Ghost
Possessive curses. At first glance, it looks weird to entangle Princess Mononoke and JJK, though I can say that both stories are similar in the respects that they have a protagonist who is cursed with a great evil force. Then they made everything in their power go forward with their ideals with the curse holding them back. Princess Mononoke does this with Ashitaka trying to save his life whilst stopping the ongoing war between the forest and Iron Town. JJK does this with Itadori fighting in the name of good so that he dies a hero with the new cursed power he has. Both are highly acclaimed  read more 
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Similarities: Both have a bromance thing were the 2 dudes deals with the supernatural. Both have that situation , that they have to get into some school for training to become exorcises.... Dissimilarities: TR: One guy has some romance with a girl in the same school. Guy's friend happens to be a monster himself. Guy has a familiar that assist him in his fight against Dark Forces. JK: The main character itself is one half stupid and one half risk taker. The main character is someone even his own circle is to watch for.  
report Recommended by Horn_dawg_2019
-Both deals with a tale showcasing sorcery -Spells/Jujutsu works as similar power systems -Deals with fighting/exorcising monsters -Digs into the depths of living vessels and curses -Violent themes 
report Recommended by UltraDEBUNKED
Both series have a dark undertone to them. In both of them, the protagonist is looking for something that is very important for them and play a big part in the overall plot. In both, we follow these youngster as they grow; through the path they have chosen. 
report Recommended by Sani_animerec
Both shows deal with the supernatural, the macabre, curses and spirits. The protagonists live a regular life, until one day, when they unintentionally get bond with a world of shadows they know nothing about. They understand that going back to their previous life is impossible, so they try to live as peacefully as possible, without results: they start to draw the attention of new allies but also of bad guys...  
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Similarities: Both start off as cheeky guy having special ability , suddenly finds himself facing the supernatural. Both , also have that same situation with cheeky guy got drafted into the club that deals with them so called supernatural forces... Dissimilarities: JK: Mostly on action and horror HsDxD Mostly on Comedy and ecchi. 
report Recommended by Horn_dawg_2019
- has possession of demon/void - has great action aspect - subject to eradicate - the difference is jjk focuses on sorcery while tt on martial arts 
report Recommended by ochinchinpai6969
Two series centered on exorcists defending humanity from supernatural beings. Jujutsu Kaisen is essentially a traditional shounen: training scenes, power scaling, naming techniques, mentors, fighting arcs, etc. It is a great anime, but it is still formulaic. Ga-Rei-Zero has an equal amount of action, but its heartbeat is the relationship between Kagura and Yomi. It is likely most remembered for its shocking opening episodes that rivals Elfen Lied and Goblin Slayer, but unlike them Ga-Rei-Zero delivers on its expectations. The years have not been favourable to Ga-Rei-Zero, which has not been able to build its fanbase compared to Elfen Lied despite being a better  read more 
report Recommended by lancelot200
They basically the same bunch of school kids fighting super natural creators and people with abilities but i would Tokyo Majin is more hardcore the deaths have more weight. You feel like the kids are in danger with Majin.  
report Recommended by Guts-Valley
- Both of them are about fighting something evil - Both are the same only the chosen one can see and fight that evil thing If something evil in jujutsu kaisen is called cursed spirit, then in mahou shoujo madoka is called majo. If in jujutsu kaisen someone who fights something evil is called shaman, then in mahou shoujo madoka is called mahou shoujo.  
report Recommended by Na0kiKun
Both have similar versions of humor and character development. Even though these anime are vastly different you will find many of the same themes and quirks that are similar. 
report Recommended by JCPrp
Similar settings with Youkai/Curses, contrast between really well animated action scenes & drama and more lighthearted comedic segments. Fun cast of characters (both main and side), interesting antagonists. Good soundtracks, awesome openings/endings. Chances are high that if you enjoyed JJK you'd probably find some value in YZQ as well! 
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