Jujutsu Kaisen - S01e09 - Small Fry And Reverse Retribution.mkv -

: We meet Junpei Yoshino , a bullied student whose deep-seated resentment makes him the perfect target for Mahito’s manipulation. The episode brilliantly parallels Yuji’s search for purpose with Junpei’s descent into vengeance.

: The episode introduces Nanami Kento , the ex-salaryman who returned to sorcery because "work is shit" but "sorcery is also shit". His pragmatism perfectly balances Satoru Gojo’s chaos. Fans frequently cite his quote about adulthood as a standout moment: "The accumulation of those little despairs is what makes a person an adult" . : We meet Junpei Yoshino , a bullied

: We see the results of Yuji’s training—a punch with a "time lag" that delivers a devastating second impact of cursed energy. His pragmatism perfectly balances Satoru Gojo’s chaos

: One of the most haunting reveals is that the "curses" Yuji and Nanami fight are actually transfigured humans —victims of Mahito’s soul-warping technique. This is the first time Yuji has to confront the reality that not every monster is born from cursed energy; some are made. Technique Highlights : : One of the most haunting reveals is

This episode marks a major tonal shift, moving from high-octane battles to a psychological exploration of what it means to be an adult—and what happens when a person’s kindness is twisted by malice.

: Nanami’s ability to forcibly create a weak point by dividing his target’s length into a 7:3 ratio.

Check out these deep-dive reviews and fan reactions to experience the episode's major reveals and character introductions: