The Jujutsu Kaisen franchise has never shied away from emotional storytelling, but fans just got one of the most heartwarming reveals in its history. In the recently announced sequel series, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, creator Gege Akutami confirmed what many had long suspected: Yuta Okkotsu and Maki Zenin not only ended up together but built a family.
After years of speculation, this romance becoming canon has electrified the fandom. Though bittersweet due to their fates, fans are celebrating that the couple’s bond grew into a life filled with love, children, and grandchildren. While the new series moves forward with an entirely new generation of sorcerers, it ensures that Yuta and Maki’s love story will forever remain part of Jujutsu Kaisen history.
Yuta and Maki’s Romance Confirmed
For years, readers speculated that Yuta and Maki shared a deeper connection beyond their battles. Subtle hints suggested affection between the two, but Akutami never explicitly confirmed it during the original manga’s run. That all changed with Modulo, where the opening chapters make it clear that Yuta and Maki were married and raised a family together.
This reveal wasn’t entirely out of the blue. A one-shot epilogue hinted at Yuta having grandchildren who bore a strong resemblance to Maki, fueling fan theories about their union. Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo finally validated those suspicions, giving fans the closure they had craved. For many, this official confirmation turned long-standing wishful thinking into reality.
The timing of the reveal adds emotional weight. Although Yuta and Maki are already gone when the sequel begins, their legacy endures through their grandchildren, Yuuki and Tsugiri Okkotsu, who now take center stage. Their existence ensures that the couple’s story lives on while also propelling the new narrative into uncharted territory.
A Bittersweet Jujutsu Kaisen Legacy
Of course, the reveal comes with heartbreak. Modulo confirms that Maki passed away first, followed shortly by Yuta, who seemingly lost the will to keep living without her. Their love endured until the very end, but their absence from the sequel marks the beginning of a generational shift. Fans won’t see them in action, but their story still resonates deeply.
This bittersweet twist reflects the natural passage of time. Set nearly seven decades after the Shinjuku Showdown, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo pushes the narrative far beyond the original cast. Most familiar characters are likely gone, with only slim chances that someone like Yuji Itadori might still be alive. The spotlight now firmly belongs to the next generation of sorcerers.
Even so, the confirmation of Yuta and Maki’s love story provides a sense of closure for fans who invested in their journeys. Their relationship may not play out on the page in real time, but its lasting influence ensures they remain a vital part of the Jujutsu Kaisen franchise’s heart. It’s a reminder that, even in a dark world, love leaves behind an unshakable legacy.
