[2026] Summary of Jujutsu Kaisen Theme Songs and Insert Songs

AIZONEW!King Gnu

King Gnu – AIZO

King Gnu is a rock band that blends an alternative sensibility with outstanding pop instincts, continually staying at the forefront of the music scene.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: Culling Game Part 1 and released in January 2026, this track explores themes of conflicting emotions—love and hate—as well as urban restlessness.

With an ensemble that expresses primal impulse through an acoustically engineered approach—almost like human-powered drum’n’bass—it delivers a powerful impact.

The anime’s tension aligns with the band’s aggressive edge, creating an irresistibly immersive appeal.

Its whirlwind structure makes it a definitive rock tune, highly recommended for blowing away everyday stress.

Song of dawnNEW!jo0ji

jo0ji “Song of Dawn” Official Music Video | TV Anime Jujutsu Kaisen “Culling Game Part 1” Ending Theme

This work carries a warmth that gently embraces guilt and regret as if they were sinking into darkness, and softly lets a ray of hope shine in.

It explores the universal theme that, simply by living, we inevitably affect others—and it resonates deeply.

Selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen: Culling Game Part 1, the song was created by singer-songwriter jo0ji, who continues his music career while working at a fishing port in Tottori.

It will be released digitally in January 2026, with a CD to follow in March of the same year—his first major anime tie-in.

I recommend it as a quiet, encouraging anthem that stays close to those spending nights on the verge of being crushed by unbearable anxiety, gently giving them a push forward.

LOST IN PARADISE (feat. AKLO)NEW!Ali

ALI – LOST IN PARADISE feat. AKLO（Re-edit ver.）

Many of you were probably captivated by the stylish visuals of the anime’s ending sequence.

This track, with its urban, sophisticated mixture sound that brilliantly blends funk, jazz, and hip-hop, is incredibly cool.

Chosen as the ending theme for the first cour of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, it features a collaboration between ALI and rapper AKLO.

Pre-released in October 2020 and issued on CD in November of the same year, the work received high acclaim, including a win at the 2021 Crunchyroll Anime Awards.

It’s also known for being Shohei Ohtani’s walk-up song, making it a top-recommended anthem for heading into a high-stakes moment or when you want to seriously amp up your mood.

Kaikai KitanNEW!EVE

Kaikai Kitan – Eve MV

Even if you’re not into anime, you’ve probably heard it, right? It’s the song used as the opening theme for the smash-hit anime Jujutsu Kaisen Season 1.

Released in October 2020 by singer-songwriter Eve—also known for the classic album Smile—this track became a major hit.

You can really feel the protagonist’s strong will as they confront the emptiness and inner conflict lurking in the human heart, cut through their doubts, sweep away the darkness, and fight their destiny.

The structure is also emotionally cool, shifting from a chant-like melody to a grand, soaring sound in the chorus.

With over 100 million views on YouTube, this song is perfect for anyone who needs the courage to overcome obstacles and keep moving forward.

SPECIALZNEW!King Gnu

King Gnu – SPECIALZ

This track, created by the rock band King Gnu, was selected as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, “Shibuya Incident.” Released as a CD single in September 2023, it was later included on the album THE GREATEST UNKNOWN.

The intertwining vocal personalities of Tsuneta and Iguchi, combined with a bewitching yet aggressive sound, brilliantly capture the anime’s chaotic worldview.

The hefty ensemble, which conveys both destructive impulses and the fervor of an ensemble drama, showcases their distinctive fusion sensibilities to the fullest.

It’s a cool, eccentric rock tune that’s perfect not only for fans of the series but also for those looking to blow off everyday stress.

single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestNEW!King Gnu

King Gnu – Ichizu

This track captivates with a sound where tight guitar cutting and high-speed beats spark off each other.

Straightforward feelings and a sense of urgency are expressed with gripping tension through the contrasting, crisp vocals of Tsuneta and Iguchi.

Created by King Gnu, it was released as a single in December 2021 and was chosen as the theme song for the blockbuster film Jujutsu Kaisen 0: The Movie.

Despite its complex development, the melody shines with catchiness.

Its breathless, high-velocity progression is perfect for moments when you want to let your emotions burst or instantly lift your mood.

Highly recommended for those who want to get fired up—say, at karaoke—while recalling the film’s intense battle scenes.

reverse dreamNEW!King Gnu

King Gnu – Sakayume

With majestic strings and a gentle piano melody that softly enfold the listener, this song weaves the characters’ love, conflicts, and prayer-like emotions through poetic word choices, leaving a resonance that goes far beyond standard pop.

Crafted by King Gnu—the rock band leading the scene with an alternative allure and genre-defying musicality—it was chosen as the ending theme for the film Jujutsu Kaisen 0, released in December 2021.

This work lets you fully savor their refined sound following the acclaimed album CEREMONY.

Why not lend an ear on nights when you want to quietly reflect on cherished memories, or when you’d like something to gently accompany a pang of sorrow?

Blue HabitatNEW!Kitanitatsuya

Where Our Blue Is / Tatsuya Kitani

Tatsuya Kitani, who showcases his multifaceted talents as a singer-songwriter and bassist, delicately portrays the protagonist’s complex emotions as the boundless possibilities and innocent bonds of youth shift over time into distance and regret.

This song, which brilliantly contrasts the beautiful memories of a pure past with the bittersweetness carried into adulthood, is the title track of an EP released in July 2023.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death, it closely links with a worldview that evokes the past bond between the two characters.

Its propulsive sound and chiming tones create an emotional atmosphere, making it a recommended rock tune to sink into on nights when you find yourself reminiscing about an old friend.

lampNEW!Sakiyama Soshi

Soushi Sakiyama / Akari [Official Music Video]

An emotional number that delicately portrays the inner turmoil swaying between ideals and reality, as well as the regret of almost losing sight of one’s goodwill.

Beginning with the quiet resonance of an acoustic guitar and unfolding into a magnificent sonic world where strings intermingle, this track was created by singer-songwriter Soushi Sakiyama, who started playing guitar at age four and has drawn attention for his unique linguistic sensibility.

Released as a single in July 2023, it was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death and was later included on the album i: Touching SAD UFO.

For those who want to reevaluate the precious presences in everyday life, it may offer a chance to quietly face your own heart.

more than wordsNEW!Hitsuji Bungaku

Hitsujibungaku – more than words (Official Music Video) [TV Anime “Jujutsu Kaisen” Shibuya Incident Arc Ending Theme]

An alternative rock number whose charm lies in its literary word choices and a sound that feels warm even within its inorganic texture.

In this work, Hitsujibungaku incorporates a four-on-the-floor rhythm for the first time, unfolding a fantastical melody where the band’s timbre fuses with programmed beats.

Selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: Shibuya Incident, the track was released in September 2023 and continues to enjoy enduring popularity.

It was later included on the album 12 hugs (like butterflies), where it sparked a reaction that pushed its play count past 100 million.

It’s highly recommended for nighttime moments when you want to reflect on your own way of moving forward, or when you need a gentle push on your back.

Why not savor it while immersing yourself in the world of the piece?