“Can’t touch me like Gojo,” sings Megan Thee Stallion, but these lyrics might apply more to Gege Akutami, the creator of Jujutsu Kaisen, where Gojo Satoru is a character.
Forget touching, the world hasn’t even seen the mangaka’s face let alone know if they are dating or married. And, Gege Akutami is actually a pen name. This clearly explains fans’ frenzy just to get a tad of the comic artist’s personal life.
The Enigma Surrounding Their Gender: Male or Female or Cat?
Fans may love the manga and anime of Jujutsu Kaisen, but they’re equally fascinated by the mystery surrounding Gege Akutami’s gender. Though Gege is often referred to with he/him pronouns, they’ve never confirmed their gender, keeping fans on their toes. The speculation started in 2015 when Gege drew a self-portrait without their usual one-eyed cat mask, sparking rumors they might be a woman—though it was likely just a joke aimed at an old editor.
Then in January 2021, Gege did a rare TV interview in full Mechamaru cosplay, revealing nothing but their voice. The deeper tone made some fans believe Gege is a man, especially with mentions of an all-boys school. But with Gege, things are never that simple, and many think it’s all a clever ruse to throw us off the scent.
The mystery deepened when Love Hina creator Ken Akamatsu casually mentioned during a Twitter space that the author of Jujutsu Kaisen is a woman, sending fans into a frenzy. And then there’s the most out-there theory: some believe Gege is actually a one-eyed cat, inspired by their avatar.
Yeah, you heard that right! This wild idea stems from Gege’s own avatar—a one-eyed cat that pops up in all their work. When asked why they chose this quirky mascot, Gege simply said,
Drawing one eye is easier, and no one hates cats.
And honestly? That just adds to the mystery.
A master of deception, or something even stranger? We might never know. But one thing’s clear: In a world where everyone’s online and constantly sharing, Gege remains a mystery.