Jujutsu Kaisen is set to conclude soon with only three chapters remaining in the manga, leaving several important plot points to address. One character that hasn’t received much attention is Yuko Ozawa, a former classmate of Yuji Itadori who had a crush on him. She sought to arrange a date with Yuji, with assistance from Nobara Kugisaki and Megumi Fushiguro.
Following their encounter before the Shibuya Incident arc, Yuko has not appeared again in Jujutsu Kaisen, and there is no indication of her survival throughout recent arcs. This raises the question of why author Gege Akutami introduced her character and developed a romantic subplot if it was never to be resolved.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for the series.
Potential Return of Yuko Ozawa in Jujutsu Kaisen
Gege Akutami introduced Yuko Ozawa in chapter 64, revealing her as a friend of Nobara Kugisaki and expressing a significant crush on Yuji. Although Nobara attempted to help Yuko connect with Yuji, she eventually gave up and has not been seen since.
Many fans expected Yuko to return, possibly as a love interest for Yuji, leading to speculation that she may have been among the civilian casualties during the Shibuya Incident and Culling Games arcs. Although this matter remains unresolved, the conclusion of recent battles offers Gege a chance to address it.
While Yuko is a minor character, she represents one of Yuji’s few connections to normal life and someone who appreciated him for who he is. Her potential return could serve as a rewarding moment for Yuji after his confrontation with Ryomen Sukuna and the hardships he has faced.
What to Expect in the Upcoming Chapters
The final chapters will need to resolve various plot points, including the fate of Yuta Okkotsu and whether he has survived through Satoru Gojo’s body, a cliffhanger from chapter 268. Gege will confront this issue, along with other subplots such as clarifying the survivors of the Sukuna battle and the implications of the recent events on Jujutsu society.
Additionally, significant questions remain about the current state of curses and the outcome of the merger, as well as Master Tengen’s situation.
Final Thoughts
While there is no guarantee that Yuko Ozawa will reappear in Jujutsu Kaisen, many fans would welcome her return. Yuji Itadori has endured numerous challenges throughout the series, and encountering a potential romantic interest would be a meaningful reward for his character.
- The official translation for Gojo’s letter in chapter 268 highlights the sorcerer’s dark humor
- Yuji recalls Mahito’s Shibuya moment against Sukuna in chapter 268
- Gojo’s letter to Megumi in chapter 268 serves as the perfect farewell, explained
- In chapter 268, Yuji defeats Sukuna while Yuta’s ultimate fate is hinted at
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