Satoru Gojo has secured a major fan-voted victory, but this time, his reputation as the strongest sorcerer is not what earned him the top spot. The Jujutsu Kaisen character has been voted the best teacher in an annual Japanese anime poll, finally surpassing a rival who had dominated the category for years.
The poll was conducted by Japanese anime news outlet Anime!Anime! in celebration of World Teachers’ Day. Gojo received 16% of the votes, placing him ahead of Koro-sensei from Assassination Classroom, who had repeatedly topped the category.
The result gives Gojo a significant win in a category that reflects a different side of his character. Although his overwhelming strength, confidence, and distinctive personality have made him one of modern shonen anime’s most recognizable figures, his influence as a teacher remains central to his role in Jujutsu Kaisen.
GOJO ENDS KORO-SENSEI’S LONG REIGN AS ANIME’S BEST TEACHER
Gojo received 16% of the votes in the poll, finishing two percentage points ahead of Koro-sensei, the eccentric teacher from Assassination Classroom. Koro-sensei had held the top position for six consecutive years, making Gojo’s victory a notable change in the results.
The achievement is particularly significant because Gojo had reportedly finished second in this category for four consecutive years. His latest ranking finally puts him at the top, recognizing his contribution to his students rather than his abilities in battle.
The poll results emerged from Anime!Anime!’s World Teachers’ Day feature, published on October 14, 2026. While the result reflects the preferences of participating fans rather than a universal ranking, it highlights the lasting appeal of Gojo’s role as an educator.
Gojo’s importance in Jujutsu Kaisen extends beyond his reputation as the strongest modern sorcerer. As a teacher at Tokyo Jujutsu High, he trains young sorcerers who will eventually face increasingly dangerous curses and enemies. His students include Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Yuta Okkotsu, all of whom possess abilities and potential that Gojo believes deserve to be developed.
His teaching philosophy also reflects his dissatisfaction with the existing jujutsu world. Rather than relying exclusively on his own strength to solve every problem, Gojo wants to nurture a new generation capable of challenging the system and creating meaningful change. He recognizes that protecting the future requires more than being powerful enough to defeat individual opponents.
Yuji’s introduction to the jujutsu world illustrates this approach. Although Yuji becomes the vessel of Ryomen Sukuna, making him a potential threat, Gojo sees an opportunity to guide him instead of immediately treating him as a danger that must be eliminated. His willingness to support students who face difficult circumstances distinguishes him from characters who prioritize established rules over individual potential.
Gojo’s confidence can sometimes make him appear arrogant, but that same confidence influences how he approaches teaching. He expects his students to grow stronger and encourages them to develop abilities that could eventually surpass the limitations of the current generation.
GOJO’S LEGACY GOES BEYOND BEING THE STRONGEST SORCERER
Gojo’s victory in the poll offers another perspective on why he remains so popular among Jujutsu Kaisen fans. His battles and extraordinary techniques contribute to his reputation, but his relationships with his students give his character a broader purpose.
His role as a mentor also carries weight because he cannot personally resolve every conflict facing the jujutsu world. By preparing his students to confront threats independently, he invests in a future that extends beyond his own abilities.
The latest poll result recognizes that aspect of Gojo’s characterization. After years of finishing behind Koro-sensei, he has finally claimed the top position in a category that celebrates the educators of anime. For a character so frequently defined by his strength, being recognized as the medium’s favorite teacher represents a different kind of achievement.
| Date Aired (Start) | October 3, 2020 |
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| Studio | MAPPA |
| Director | Sunghoo Park |
