Let's break down the drawing process for some of the most popular Jujutsu Kaisen characters.

[ High Collar ] ---- Solid, stiff structure framing the jaw | [ Loose Torso ] ---- Semi-baggy fit allowing for high mobility | [ Sharp Creases ] -- Angular folds at the elbows, armpits, and waist

Before finalizing your artwork, run through this quick checklist to ensure your drawing hits all the key stylistic notes of Jujutsu Kaisen: JJK Style Requirement Sharp, angular, and squared at the chin. Eyes

Unlike the soft, round faces of Sailor Moon or the spiky simplicity of early Naruto , JJK demands muscle definition, chaotic action lines, and intense emotional scowls. Whether you want to draw Yuji Itadori consuming his first finger, Gojo Satoru removing his blindfold, or Sukuna’s malicious grin, this guide will break down the anatomy, line art, and shading specific to the series.

A timelapse of drawing Gojo Satoru or Yuji Itadori, followed by a step-by-step breakdown slide.

Yuji Itadori is defined by his energetic spirit and athletic build.

Simplify the nose into a sharp, angular wedge or a simple defined line with a small shadow underneath.

Start by sketching a light circle for the cranium. Draw a vertical line down the center of the face, curving slightly to represent the three-quarter turn. Add a horizontal line across the middle of the circle to mark the brow line, and a lower parallel line to mark the base of the nose. Step 2: Sculpting the Angular Jaw

Small and sharp, often shrinking during intense combat scenes to convey madness or extreme focus.

Are you working with or traditional paper and pencil ?

Draw the hair bigger than the skull. JJK has fantastic volume. Add a shadow layer near the roots to give depth.

Step 7 — Shading, tones, and lighting

Use thick lines for the outer silhouette of the character and clothing folds. Use thinner lines for interior details like facial features, eyes, and hair texture.

Keep the outer edges of the aura erratic and wispy, tearing away into small, floating droplets.

Sharp and defined, often drawn with a flat bottom edge rather than a perfect point.

Cursed energy is fluid, chaotic, and flame-like, but it follows specific visual rules.

This is the most iconic part of the JJK look. Look at Gojo, Nanami, or Geto—the eyes are dramatic.

Eyes in JJK are highly detailed, often featuring unique pupil designs (like Gojo’s Six Eyes or Sukuna’s dual sets) and heavy upper eyelids.