Miwa’s Family Connection in Jujutsu Kaisen

In the universe of Jujutsu Kaisen, where sorcerers and cursed spirits constantly clash, Kasumi Miwa is a surprisingly modest and diligent sorcerer. Despite lacking a natural ability, she was able to gain admission into Kyoto Jujutsu High through her mastery of the New Shadow Style. However, some fans have speculated that Miwa’s enrollment at Jujutsu High may not be a mere coincidence.

According to the theory, Kusakabe, a seasoned sorcerer and a member of the school’s staff, is actually Miwa’s uncle who assisted her in getting accepted. This is suggested by the way they interact and the strong resemblance between Miwa and Kusakabe’s sister.

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Possible Relationship between Kasumi Miwa and Atsuya Kusakabe in Jujutsu Kaisen

It is evident that both Miwa and Kusakabe are practitioners of the New Shadow Style, lacking any specific techniques. However, their similarities go beyond their shared combat style.

It is evident that Miwa and Kusakabe are acquainted with each other. In Season 2, Episode 22, Miwa directly addresses Kusakabe by his name after he rescues her, suggesting that they already have a relationship. This is further supported by their frequent appearances together in the manga, solidifying their bond.

Kusakabe's sister as shown in the manga (Image via Shueisha) — Kusakabe’s sister as shown in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

Moreover, there is a striking similarity between Kusakabe’s sister and Miwa, which prompts inquiries. Kusakabe has a known nephew named Takeru, while Miwa happens to have two brothers. This happenstance has sparked speculation that Miwa’s family may also have a hidden cursed puppet brother.

As a staff member, Kusakabe could have easily explained how Miwa was recruited into Jujutsu High. He may have recognized her potential and facilitated her recruitment, considering her possible possession of cursed energy.

Despite the fact that Kusakabe lacks the naturally blue hair that Miwa has, this minor difference does not necessarily discredit the theory. The theory that Kusakabe and Miwa share a familial connection still holds considerable weight and cannot be easily disregarded.

Jujutsu Kaisen: All you need to know about Kasumi Miwa

Kasumi Miwa has no relationship with Atsuya Kusakabe.

In the Jujutsu Kaisen series, Kasumi Miwa is a compassionate and hard-working second-year student at Kyoto Jujutsu High. Unlike some of her classmates who may be more pessimistic, Kasumi maintains a down-to-earth and well-balanced personality.

Despite being ordered by Principal Yoshinobu Gakuganji, her motivation to become a sorcerer is driven by her caring and steadfast nature, as she desires to support her two younger brothers. She is a fan of Satoru Gojo, but was visibly uncomfortable with her class’s attempt on Yuji Itadori’s life and later apologized for it.

Kusakabe and Miwa are users of Simple Domain (Image via MAPPA)

Despite her frequent bouts of self-doubt, Kasumi shows great bravery when she is driven by a strong motivation. This was evident when she fearlessly used her Simple Domain technique to protect Maki Zenin from Sukuna’s attacks, risking her own life in the process.

Despite not possessing an innate cursed technique, Kasumi possesses the ability to see curses and has become proficient in anti-domain techniques such as Simple Domain and Batto Sword Drawing. The latter technique involves a swift and powerful sword draw infused with cursed energy. Despite her mastery, Kasumi has made a binding vow to never wield a katana again in order to further enhance her abilities. Unfortunately, her sword was ultimately destroyed during a clash with Pseudo-Geto.

Conclusion

Miwa’s role in Jujutsu Kaisen takes on a greater significance when considering her connections, abilities, and the theory proposing Kusakabe as her uncle. Whether through familial relations or shared techniques, Miwa’s character is elevated by these potential links, adding complexity to her role in the world of sorcerers.

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