In the Jujutsu Kaisen Official Guidebook, Gege Akutami, the manga’s author, offers fascinating insights into the characters, including revelations about their origins and designs. Among these revelations is the inspiration behind Choso’s appearance, the eldest of the nine Cursed Paintings.
Akutami disclosed that Choso’s character design was influenced by a fashion model he once encountered. Unlike his fellow Cursed Paintings, Choso bears a completely human appearance, a trait that sets him apart.
Akutami further elaborated that the appearance of Cursed Paintings is often shaped by the vessels they inhabit, with stronger vessels resisting the influence of the cursed object and retaining their original appearances.
In the case of Choso and his brothers, their appearances are a reflection of their own identities rather than the vessels they occupy.
Moreover, Akutami clarified that in addition to appearance, a cursed object also acquires general knowledge about the universe from its vessel. Choso, like Sukuna, derives his understanding of things from his vessel, shaping his perspective and behavior.
The Jujutsu Kaisen Official Fanbook provides insight into Choso’s formidable skills, including Blood Manipulation techniques such as Slicing Exorcism, Convergence, and Supernova, among others. These techniques stem from Choso’s innate cursed abilities, showcasing his prowess in combat.
In terms of personality, Choso holds deep affection for his younger brothers while harboring disdain for Noritoshi Kamo, also known as Kenjaku. Choso’s popularity among fans is further affirmed by Akutami’s revelation, solidifying his status as one of the most aesthetically pleasing characters in the series.
Akutami’s interview not only validates fans’ admiration for Choso’s model-like appearance but also adds depth to the character’s backstory and development within the Jujutsu Kaisen universe.
