Akutami Predicts in Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo that One Piece and Hunter X Hunter will still be popular in 2086

Yuka and Tsurugi Okkotsu from Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo
Yuka and Tsurugi Okkotsu from Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo (Image Source: Shueisha)

One Piece pirates sail through time itself in Gege Akutami's new manga. Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo drops readers into 2086, where Simurian aliens share Earth with sorcerers. Manga panels show children still reading classic series. Training sequences mirror Zoro's dedication. The future preserves what matters most.

Akutami’s prophecy unfolds through intentional visual storytelling in Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo. A spiky-haired character trains exactly like Gon from Hunter X Hunter while channeling One Piece philosophy. These aren't random easter eggs. They're cultural predictions. The creator believes exceptional manga transcends technological revolutions, alien invasions, and generational shifts to remain eternally relevant.

Manga books scattered, showing a reference to Luffy and Shanks (Image Source: Shueisha)
Manga books scattered, showing a reference to Luffy and Shanks (Image Source: Shueisha)

In 2086, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo introduces readers to a totally new landscape while maintaining ties to its predecessor. The story follows Yuka and Tsurugi Okkotsu, grandchildren of the beloved character Yuta Okkotsu. They navigate a world where extraterrestrial beings called Simurians have arrived on Earth. This futuristic setting provides the perfect background for Akutami to portray his appreciation for manga history.

The inclusion of One Piece references in this distant future setting speaks volumes about the series' enduring impact. Fans have identified several panels that pay homage to Eiichiro Oda's masterpiece, suggesting that even in a world transformed by alien contact.

Yuki watches Tsurugi's hard training (Image Source: Shueisha)
Yuki watches Tsurugi's hard training (Image Source: Shueisha)

Perhaps the impressive homage occurs in a panel featuring a spiky-haired character, Tsurugi Okkotsu, engaged in training. This scene bears a notable resemblance to Gon Freecss from Hunter X Hunter, specifically echoing the training methods reminiscent of how Roronoa Zoro from One Piece hones his skills. The visual similarities are undeniable, with the character's appearance and training posture literally referencing these iconic protagonists.

This special scene serves multiple intents within Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo's narrative. It specifies continuity with manga traditions while suggesting that the fundamental concepts of dedication and training remain unchanged, even in an alien-influenced future. The nods to both One Piece and Hunter X Hunter highlight Akutami’s admiration for these cornerstone series.


Cultural Persistence of One Piece and Hunter X Hunter Through Generations

Tsurugi, 11 years old, looks like Gon Freecss (Image Source: Shueisha)
Tsurugi, 11 years old, looks like Gon Freecss (Image Source: Shueisha)

The strategic sequence of these respects within Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo shows deeper implications about cultural longevity. By showing a child reading manga in 2086, with clear visual links to both One Piece and Hunter X Hunter, Akutami illustrates a future where these stories persist to inspire new generations. This artistic choice reflects the creator's belief in the timeless nature of exceptional storytelling.

The combined effort between Gege Akutami as writer and Yuji Iwasaki as illustrator has produced a work that successfully bridges the past and future. Published in Weekly Shonen Jump, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo portrays a time capsule preserving manga culture while analyzing new frontiers.

By 2086, according to Akutami's vision, children will still find inspiration in the adventures and training mindsets that have delighted readers for decades. This forecast speaks to the universal themes these series explore.

Through Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo, Gege Akutami has produced a clear prediction about the future of manga culture. The careful inclusion of One Piece and Hunter X Hunter references tells that exceptional stories retain the power to transcend time and technological change.

The effective use of these references in the debut chapter suggests that readers enjoy this deeper link to manga history. It will be alluring to see whether further homages appear or not and how they will contribute to the overall narrative.

Edited by Akihito Chakma