Jujutsu Kaisen: 10 anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title

In the vast world of animated storytelling, the title of "The Strongest" has been awarded to several anime characters over the years who proved their worth by wielding unrivaled power.

In Jujutsu Kaisen, for instance, Satoru Gojo and Ryomen Sukuna are the most prominent holders of the title. Gojo is widely considered the strongest sorcerer of the modern era, whereas Sukuna is regarded as the strongest sorcerer in history.

Being the strongest is certainly no easy task and is usually accompanied with overwhelming loneliness and isolation. Furthermore, those with unparalleled powers and abilities can only hold the title. That being said, let us look at the 10 anime characters who deserve the title "The Strongest."

Disclaimer: This list is ranked in no particular order and reflects the author's opinions. Reader's discretion is advised.

10 anime characters deserving of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title

1) Yoriichi Tsugikuni (Demon Slayer)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Yoriichi Tsugikuni (image via Ufotable)

While talking about the best representations of the "strongest," the name of Yoriichi Tsugikuni is among the first that comes to mind. He is one of the very first Demon Slayers who lived in the Sengoku era, almost 500 years before the events of the main story. He is considered to be the most powerful Demon Slayer, who even brought the Demon King Muzan to his knees.

In a world filled with powerful demons, Yoriichi is the pinnacle of perfection when it comes to swordsmanship. His extraordinary physical abilities and Sun Breathing style made him a one-man army. Yoriichi even defeated his brother, Michikatsu Tsugikuni, aka the Upper Rank One Demon Kokushibo, in a single strike before dying due to old age while still on his feet.

2) Levi Ackerman (Attack on Titan)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Levi Ackerman (image via WIT Studios)

For the longest time, Levi Ackerman was hailed as "Humanity's Strongest Soldier," and for good reason. Known to be a one-man army who thrives in impossible odds, Levi's unrivaled strength and combat skills made him a force to be reckoned with.

Additionally, his Ackerman lineage gave him superhuman strength, speed, and reflexes, making him a warrior who could bring down even the strongest Titans.

3) Reinhard van Astrea (Re:ZERO)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Reinhard van Astrea (image via White Fox)

Apart from being Felt's Knight and the current Sword Saint, Reinhard van Astrea is not just the strongest person in the Kingdom of Lugunica but the strongest being in the entire Re:ZERO series.

In addition to his master swordsmanship and inhuman physical attributes, Reinhard possesses Divine Blessings that make him practically invincible. From his immunity to all poisons and curses to his ability to gain blessings as needed, Reinhard is the epitome of perfection. His immense strength, speed, and battle intelligence make him a nightmare for any and every opponent, ensuring that the outcome of any battle that he steps into is already decided.

4) Saitama (One Punch Man)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Saitama (image via Madhouse)

The protagonist of One Punch Man, Saitama, certainly needs no introduction. The simplicity of his power lies in the title of the series itself—he can end any and every battle in a single punch.

Although there's no denying that Saitama is merely a gag character, it's impossible to ignore the staggering implications of his power. In fact, there is no quantifiable limit to his strength—he can grow as strong as he wants to, that too, depending on the strength of his opponent.

Given that his feats include blowing off the surface of Jupiter with a sneeze, kicking away a hyperspace portal, and landing a punch that went back in time and landed before it was thrown, it's hard not to include him in the list of the strongest anime characters to have ever been created.

5) Kishou Arima (Tokyo Ghoul)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Kishou Arima (image via Studio Pierrot)

Renowned as the CCG's Reaper, Kishou Arima is a combat genius whose mastery over quinques makes him nigh-invulnerable. In fact, there hasn't been a single fight that Arima has lost in the entirety of the series, except his final fight against Ken Kaneki, where he chose to end his own life.

To this day, Arima remains one of the best depictions of "The Strongest" in the anime industry. Moreover, he made fighting even the most powerful ghouls seem like an effortless and mundane everyday task. As strong as Kaneki became by the end of the series, there's no denying that there still remained a considerable gap between his and Arima's power levels.

6) Anos Voldigoad (The Misfit of Demon King Academy)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Anos Voldigoad (image via Silver Link)

Anos Voldigoad isn't just strong—he's absurdly strong. In fact, he is so strong that he makes every single battle look like a piece of cake. His effortless displays of immeasurable feats convinced fans that no matter who Anos goes up against, he will always emerge victorious in the end.

As the reincarnated Demon King of Tyranny, Anos bends reality itself to his will with powerful spells capable of resurrecting allies as well as obliterating entire armies with a flick of the wrist. What's even more terrifying about Anos is the fact that we still haven't seen the full extent of his true power. Everything he has done so far in the series is only a fraction of his true capabilities, making him one of the strongest beings in fiction.

7) Yujiro Hanma (Baki)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Yujiro Hanma (image via TMS Entertainment)

Yujiro Hanma's reputation of being the strongest creature on Earth isn't an exaggeration—rather, it's an understatement. He is a literal human hurricane of destruction, whose physical strength, speed, and durability defy all logic.

Yujiro Hanma is not only capable of taking on an entire country's army all by himself, but he also somehow fights natural disasters head-on. However, the most terrifying fact about Yujiro is that, unlike most warriors, he thrives on chaos, making him the worst possible opponent for anyone, no matter how insanely strong they are.

8) Thors Snorresson (Vinland Saga)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Thors (image via WIT Studio)

Known as the "Troll of Jom" due to his phenomenal combat skills in battle, Thors Snorresson is a true warrior who represents strength rooted in wisdom and honor.

Although he used to dominate entire battlefields in his prime, Thors eventually grew tired of the constant battles and decided to give up on his warrior lifestyle after the birth of his daughter. He is perhaps the best representation of "The Strongest" in Vinland Saga, as he not only defeated Askeladd with relative ease, but he sacrificed himself for the well-being of his crew and died standing.

9) Meruem (Hunter X Hunter)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Meruem (image via Madhouse)

Meruem, the undisputed King of the Chimera Ants, is undoubtedly one of the biggest threats that the world of Hunter X Hunter has ever faced. He is the epitome of raw power and evolution, as he mastered Nen in a short span of time, following which he dominated anyone who dared to cross his path.

He even defeated Isaac Netero, the Chairman of the Hunter Association and the most powerful Nen user in the world, in their climactic showdown. Had Netero not poisoned Meruem with the Miniature Rose nuclear bomb, it's likely that the King of the Chimera Ants would have taken over the entire world in a matter of days.

10) Sung Jin-Woo (Solo Leveling)

Anime characters worthy of Jujutsu Kaisen's "Strongest" title - Sung Jin-Woo (image via A-1 Pictures)

Despite starting off the series as the "World's Weakest Hunter," Sung Jin-Woo began leveling up his power endlessly after the "System," a mysterious program, gave him a second chance at life and at becoming stronger.

Soon, Jin-Woo embarked on dangerous quests and put his life on the line in almost every battle he took part in, which resulted in him becoming stronger at a rapid pace. By the end of the series, Jin-Woo became the strongest being in his universe, surpassing the power of all Monarchs and rivaling the power of the Itarim, a race of Outer Gods responsible for creating all of existence.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, the above list showcases the 10 anime characters who define the concept of strength itself and are thus hailed as the strongest characters in their respective universes. While their individual powers may certainly vary, each of these characters is a perfect representation of the very concept of "The Strongest."