Every Major Event in Jujutsu Kaisen Shibuya Arc, Ranked

The Shibuya Incident Arc in Jujutsu Kaisen completely shifted the story’s original status quo and raised the stakes several times higher. It wasn’t just about everyday sorcery and fighting curses anymore; it turned into a life-and-death situation for literally everyone. And as expected, many deaths and shocking twists followed, along with some insane revelations.

So, here we’ve ranked every major incident that took place during the Shibuya Incident Arc, which will also serve as a quick reminder before diving into the Culling Game Arc in Season 3. Without further delay, let’s get right into it!

12 Naobito Zenin’s death

Naobito Zenin’s death in Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: MAPPA

It might not have been as emotional as some others, but as the head of the Zenin clan and one of the strongest sorcerers alive, Naobito Zenin’s death was quite the shock for the jujutsu society. It showed that even top-tier veterans weren’t safe anymore and just how dangerous things had gotten.

His death also kicked off a messy power shift within the Zenin clan. With Naobito gone, Naoya took charge, and that chaos eventually led to Maki’s revenge and the complete fall of the clan. Thus, Naobito’s death actually set the stage for one of the biggest shake-ups in the entire series.

11 Introduction of Yuki Tsukumo

Yuki Tsukumo from Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: MAPPA

Tsukumo’s introduction in the Shibuya Incident arc was a total game-changer. Up until then, no one really had seen her in person, but her appearance shocked everyone. She was close to Gojo’s level. Also, she showed up right when things were at their worst, along with Choso and others.

More than that, Yuki’s arrival hinted at the bigger picture behind cursed energy and the jujutsu system itself. She wanted to eliminate the root cause rather than just exorcising the spirits. It made her presence feel like the start of something much deeper brewing beyond Shibuya.

10 Nobara’s “Death”

Kugisaki Nobara’s Death in Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: MAPPA

Being one of the OG characters that fans grew up watching from Season 1, Nobara’s supposed death in the Shibuya Incident arc was one of the most heartbreaking moments in Jujutsu Kaisen. She was such a core part of the main trio. Thus, her death hit both Yuji and the audience hard, and some are still in disbelief. However, it was later revealed that she was not entirely dead, and there was a really small chance that she could survive.

Now, beyond the emotional impact, Nobara’s supposed death also served as a major turning point for Yuji’s character arc. Losing someone that close broke him completely and forced him to face the cruel reality of being a sorcerer. This is what led him to his current status as being hunted.

9 Toji Fushiguro’s Resurrection

Fans were not ready for Toji, and that’s most positively. The moment he came back, the entire tone of the battlefield shifted. It was like watching a wild force of nature unleashed with no restraint. It reminded everyone just how terrifyingly strong he really was, even without cursed energy.

Furthermore, in a shocking twist, Toji’s return also led him to meet his son, Megumi. That moment brought a strange sense of closure to his character, as if like a monster finding a sliver of peace before disappearing again. Thus, every second of screentime he had was intense in the arc.

8 Choso vs Itadori (Blood Manipulation fight)

Choso vs Yuji from Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: MAPPA

Now, talk about intense fights, the Choso vs Itadori was surely one of them. Although initially it started as a brutal, high-speed brawl, it soon turned into something way more personal. Cause when it was revealed that they are half-brothers in relation, fans went into disbelief.

That one revelation completely flipped their dynamic and turned them into unexpected allies. So, canonically, it became more than just a cool fight; it was a turning point that added layers to both characters and set up one of the most surprising partnerships in the series.

7 Dagon vs the Sorcerers

Dagon fights the sorcerers | Credits: MAPPA

The fight between Dagon and the sorcerers was pure chaos from start to finish. In the anime, it was even visually insane. Seeing Nanami, Maki, and Naobito team up against a fully manifested curse showed just how deadly Dagon really was.

But the fact that Toji alone was enough to take down Dagon is the reason why it’s so high up in the list. It essentially shifted the power balance of the series, as Cursed Energy didn’t seem to be the ultimate weapon anymore. It was a reminder of how unpredictable and brutal Shibuya had become.

6 Megumi vs Toji (Father and Son Clash)

Megumi vs Toji from Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: MAPPA

This fight hit just as hard emotionally as it did physically. In fact, it was quite intense to see Toji face his own son after being resurrected. The moment Toji realized who Megumi was mid-battle and chose to end things himself made it one of the most quietly tragic moments in the Shibuya arc.

The fight also showed how much Megumi had grown as a sorcerer. Even though he stood no chance, he stayed calm and determined to survive. It was a short but powerful clash, giving closure to Toji’s wild story and pushing Megumi’s character a huge step forward for the future arc.

5 Nanami’s Death

Nanami’s death scene from Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: MAPPA

Many fans are still not recovered to this day. Knowing they have to head into season 3 without Nanami is like a curse for them. After everything he’d been through, losing his comrades and pushing past exhaustion, his final moments felt painfully human. The anime really did justice to the scene.

Even for the story, his death marked a major turning point for Yuji. Losing both Nobara and Nanami in a single season surely took a huge toll on him. This is what shaped him into who he is today, and that we’d get to see in the Culling Game arc.

4 Sukuna’s Rampage

Sukuna from Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: MAPPA

The moment Sukuna took over Yuji’s body and started slicing through everything in his path, including Mahoraga and countless civilians, we realized how far things had escalated. Against him, it wasn’t a fight anymore; it was pure destruction on a godlike scale.

But the aftermath hurts even more. When Yuji regained control and saw the innocent lives lost because of him, it completely shattered him. That guilt and helplessness became a major driving force in his growth later in the series. Plus, the animation in the anime was S-tier with Studio MAPPA pulling their masterclass once again throughout the fights.

3 Mahito’s Death – Absorbed by Kenjaku

Mahito from Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: MAPPA

When Mahito got absorbed by Kenjaku, it left many with a chilling yet oddly satisfying feeling. After causing so much pain and chaos throughout the series, seeing him finally cornered and terrified for the first time, honestly, was oddly satisfying to see.

But, at the same time, his death smoothly set up the next stage of the story. Kenjaku absorbing Mahito’s Cursed Technique wasn’t just about power. Sure, it marked the end of Mahito’s terror, but it was also the beginning of an even bigger threat, which Kenjaku is.

2 The Reveal of Kenjaku (Fake Geto)

Kenjaku from Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 | Credit: MAPPA

When Kenjaku was revealed to be the Fake Geto, it was one of the biggest jaw-dropping moments in the Shibuya Incident arc. Up until then, everyone thought Geto had somehow come back, but the fact that his body was being controlled by an ancient sorcerer was absolute madness.

This reveal also raised the stakes for the entire story going forward. It turns out, Kenjaku wasn’t just another villain; he was someone who had been pulling strings for centuries, manipulating sorcerers, curses, and even the foundations of jujutsu society. It was absolute cinema.

1 Gojo Getting Sealed in the Prison Realm

Fans couldn’t believe their eyes. After defeating so many cursed spirits and cursed civilians throughout the whole arc, when even Gojo got sealed, it took the stakes to the next level. Now no one is safe anymore. The strongest protector has been defeated.

And guess what? It was also Kenjaku’s plan all along. It actually worked, and Gojo was trapped. The tension skyrocketed, and you could almost feel the panic spread through both the sorcerers and the readers.

His sealing didn’t just take the strongest sorcerer out of play – it completely reshaped the story. Without Gojo, the younger sorcerers were forced to step up and face threats far beyond their level. For anime-only fans, it raises the question: Will the new generation be able to stand on their own now?

The Jujutsu Kaisen anime is currently available to watch on Crunchyroll, and you can also read the manga online on Viz Media.