The *Jujutsu Kaisen* manga may have wrapped up its six-and-a-half-year run last September with chapter 271, but the anime is far from over. With the third season, the "Culling Game Arc," in production, Japan is also gearing up for the May 30th theatrical release of the *Jujutsu Kaisen Hidden Inventory / Premature Death Arc* compilation film, bringing the story of Gojo and Geto's high school days to the big screen.
Following up on their recent interview with Satoru Gojo's voice actor, Yuichi Nakamura, the team has now released a chat with Takahiro Sakurai, the voice of Suguru Geto. Sakurai dives deep into his experience with the character and his time in the recording booth with his fellow cast members.
Here's a breakdown of the official interview:
Q: What was your first impression of Geto when you encountered the "Hidden Inventory / Premature Death" arc?
Sakurai: I read the manga for this arc after we finished recording the first season, so I was naturally looking at Geto as "the character I'm going to portray." My first thought was, "Wow... this guy is incredibly complex." I already knew he was a complicated person from the detailed direction I received for the first season and the movie.
So, going into the prequel arc felt like peeling back the layers of his heart, which was a really interesting experience for me. I think being able to play the present-day Geto first and then go back to his past was a fantastic setup. It helped me understand him on a much deeper level.
Q: What was the most fun or challenging part of the voice acting process?
Sakurai: I loved the scenes in the first episode of season two, like the banter with Gojo, and the part where he reminds Gojo on the phone, "You should probably stop using 'ore' to refer to yourself." Those moments really show their chemistry.
Actually, that kind of lighthearted, everyday dialogue is the hardest part. Especially in a series like this, I didn't want to make those daily interactions feel forced. I wanted to create a natural atmosphere, which is a very subtle but difficult challenge.
Q: What were your thoughts after watching the *Jujutsu Kaisen Hidden Inventory / Premature Death Arc* compilation film?
Sakurai: It's a completely different experience from watching it episode by episode. When you see it all together, Geto's earlier monologues carry so much more weight later on. It made me feel like this version was edited specifically for the big screen. The whole thing is about two hours long, and the pacing is just perfect.
Q: At AnimeJapan 2025, it was mentioned that Geto's opening line, "Monkeys...," was voted by fans as a classic scene. What are your thoughts on that?
Sakurai: That scene is definitely unforgettable! Saying "Monkeys..." with those empty eyes really sticks in your mind (laughs). Being able to see his entire journey to that point in one sitting in the compilation film helped me connect more with his internal struggle. There were emotions I might have missed when watching week-to-week that I truly felt this time around.
Q: Do you have any standout memories from the recording sessions?
Sakurai: The most memorable moments were the scenes with Takehito Koyasu (Toji Fushiguro). Toji is such a powerful character, and Mr. Koyasu himself has an incredibly strong presence. Even when his delivery was calm during recording, the underlying sense of pressure came through perfectly. I later heard that he was already a huge fan of the series and specifically wanted to play Toji, which made me think, "No wonder it's such a perfect fit!"
Q: What about Yuichi Nakamura (Satoru Gojo)?
Sakurai: I think there are parts of him that are actually quite similar to Gojo (laughs), especially his deadpan sense of humor. He has that classic line in the arc, "Throughout heaven and earth, I alone am the honored one." I was reading the manga and wondering, "How is he going to deliver this?" He ended up choosing a very restrained performance, not overplaying the emotion, which in turn felt much closer to the character. I think his control in that moment was brilliant.
Q: Do you feel you have anything in common with Geto?
Sakurai: While it's not a true commonality, Geto is the character I resonate with the most. Though his choices stray from the righteous path, I don't think he's a villain. I'd say he's just too kind, and that's what slowly twisted his understanding of the belief to "protect the weak, crush the strong." The anime shows his transformation over two hours, but in reality, it must have been a gradual process of realization over several years.
I was struck by how, when he reunites with Gojo, he doesn't say "I've made my decision," but rather, "I've decided to live this way." His expression becomes much brighter, too. I think phrases like Yuki Tsukumo's "Which one will you choose to be your true feelings?" and Haibara's "It feels great to do the best you can at what you can do" all influenced Geto's final choice.
Q: Who is your favorite character in the "Hidden Inventory / Premature Death" arc?
Sakurai: It's still Geto! Partly because I feel a bit of a similarity with him, and partly because I love the details of his character presented in this arc.
Q: Finally, a message for the fans looking forward to the film's release!
Sakurai: Even if you've seen the TV anime, I highly recommend experiencing the compilation film in a theater. You'll notice small details you missed before or gain a new perspective on the characters. If you thought the anime had a "blue" feeling, after watching the movie, you might feel that blue has become deeper and richer. I hope everyone can experience the weight and beauty of this story on the big screen with great sound.
Every fan has their own interpretation of the characters in *Jujutsu Kaisen*, but hearing Takahiro Sakurai's deep understanding reveals how he shaped his performance by exploring the character's personality and profile during the voice acting process.
The *Jujutsu Kaisen Hidden Inventory / Premature Death Arc* compilation film is an exciting opportunity for fans to re-experience a pivotal chapter on the big screen, and it's clear the cast poured their all into bringing this tragic story to life.
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