Gojo’s death explained in Jujutsu Kaisen

The Gojo’s death has become one of the most talked-about occurrences in Jujutsu Kaisen. Australian anime and manga enthusiasts are still talking about how shocked they were to lose such a cherished character. His collapse during the Shinjuku Showdown arc isn’t merely a plot twist; it’s a turning moment that changed the whole series. This article discusses when and how it happens, what the creator has said and what Australian fans can expect.

When does Gojo die?

Chapter 236 of the manga, which was out in September 2023, is where Satoru Gojo dies. This happened during his long-awaited duel with Ryomen Sukuna, which many readers thought would be the biggest struggle of power. At the end of the manga in September 2024, Gojo is dead for good. There is no way for him to come back to life or change his mind.

Anime enthusiasts should know that this event has not yet been adapted. It is known that Season 3 is in the works as of August 2025; however, there is no official release date yet. When the anime catches up, Australians will be able to watch it on Crunchyroll, just like they did with previous seasons.

How Gojo dies in the manga

Gojo and Sukuna are in a high-stakes fight in the Shinjuku Showdown. When Sukuna takes over Megumi Fushiguro’s body, he can use the Ten Shadows technique. He uses Mahoraga’s ability to adapt to make a slash that goes around Gojo’s Limitless Infinity.

Sukuna doesn’t assault Gojo directly; instead, he changes the attack so that it cuts through space itself, making Infinity ineffective. A follow-up scene shows Gojo talking to old friends in a way that makes it clear that this wound is deadly.

Why Sukuna was able to win

For a long time, many admirers believed that Gojo’s Six Eyes and Limitless powers rendered him invincible. But Sukuna’s smarts and patience were crucial. He learned from Mahoraga’s changes and came up with a way to cut not Gojo, but the space he was in. His plan was the only way to beat Infinity and deal the final blow.

This smart plan showed that Sukuna’s status as the King of Curses wasn’t just about being strong; it was also about being smarter than his strongest enemy.

What the creator revealed later

Gege Akutami talked about it in April 2025 at an expo in Osaka. He said that Gojo’s failure was partly due to being too sure of himself. After defeating Mahoraga, Gojo weakened his defences, believing the worst was over. Sukuna was able to attack because of that one mistake.

Akutami also said that Gojo’s death was planned a long time ago. The ending was never meant to be changed because it fit with the story’s larger themes of development, responsibility, and passing the torch.

Is Gojo revived later?

Even though fans have come up with hypotheses and suspicions online, Gojo’s death is not undone before the end of the manga in September 2024. Chapter 260 sparked various rumours; however, the last chapters make it clear that he doesn’t come back. The creator’s own words in 2025 make it even clearer that Gojo’s voyage is over.

Why his death matters to the story

Gojo’s death takes the strongest sorcerer out of the fight; therefore, younger characters like Yuji Itadori and Megumi Fushiguro have to step up. It changes the story from being about one all-powerful force to being about a group of people fighting to stay alive.

It also connects to prior storylines, such as Hidden Inventory and Shibuya, where Gojo’s fate was formed by themes of pride, timing, and sacrifice. His death fits with the belief that even the strongest people can die.

What Aussie fans should know about the anime

Anime fans in Australia won’t see Gojo die until the Shinjuku Showdown arc is adapted for Season 3 of Jujutsu Kaisen, which is still being made. The Culling Game arc, which leads up to the major fight, will be the main emphasis of the upcoming season.

If you don’t want to know what happens in the manga, you should stay away from unofficial leaks and wait for news on the anime via Crunchyroll and MAPPA.

Conclusion

Gojo’s death isn’t just a shocking turn of events; it’s a choice that shapes the rest of Jujutsu Kaisen. For Australian fans, it’s a reminder that even the biggest heroes can fall, making place for new ones to flourish. His death is sad, but it makes the series more meaningful and gives it stronger themes of progress, teamwork and legacy.