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- I shall be waiting for you.
- — Uraume to Sukuna
Sukume is the non-binary ship between Ryomen Sukuna and Uraume from the Jujutsu Kaisen fandom.
Canon[]
Though not much is known about their relationship, Uraume has been Sukuna's servant for a thousand years, all the way back from the Heian Era before Sukuna split his soul into 20 cursed objects. The creator of Jujutsu Kaisen, Akutami Gege, said that Sukuna never had wife or children, he only had Uraume as a servant. Akutami also added that Uraume is Sukuna's close aide whom he trusts[2][1]. Despite Sukuna's rather kind behaviour towards Uraume, the full nature of their relationship is still, unknown.
While there is not much known about Uraume as well, they are very loyal and devoted to Sukuna. As for Sukuna, his relationship with Uraume hasn't been fully disclosed, but he seems to respect them nonetheless. Sukuna is also shown to be more nice and forgiving towards Uraume in contrast to the way Yorozu treats her servants.
Shibuya Incident Arc[]
The two reunited when Jogo was defeated. Uraume had come to find Sukuna and escort him, and he seemed very surprised upon seeing them, as he didn't recognize them initially. Once Sukuna realized who they were, Uraume smiled and told him that it was nice seeing him again. And when the time came that the two had to part ways, Sukuna told Uraume that he'd see them later. Uraume replied "I shall be waiting for you" after he left.
Culling Game Arc[]
In Chapter 215, Uraume interrupts the battle between Sukuna, Maki and Yuji, and bows to Sukuna, apologizing for intervening. They ask Sukuna to forgive him, to which Sukuna responded with: "You're forgiven." When he asked Uraume to get the "Bath" ready, Uraume replied that it was already ready, and they needed to depart. Sukuna smiled at Uraume, and said: "As meticulous as always..." which made Uraume very happy. At the end of the chapter, flying away on Nue, the two laugh and mock Yuji.
Sukuna bathes in the bath prepared by Uraume under their supervision and Kenjaku's. When Sukuna meets up with an unsealed Gojo and Kenjaku, Uraume accompanies him. As Gojo insults Sukuna, Uraume takes offense, insulting him back. However, when Gojo punches Uraume in retaliation, Sukuna jumps out the way, letting them fly offscreen.
Uraume gathers the remaining Sukuna fingers but is unable to find the last one, which they apologise for. Sukuna forgives them because he is convinced the last finger is Gojo's possession, which means they couldn't have gotten it. Uraume hates Gojo for humiliating them in front of their master Sukuna twice.
Shinjuku Showdown Arc[]
Uraume waits for the beginning of Sukuna's fight with Gojo but is separated from him when they are hit by Gojo's Hollow Purple attack.
Throughout this arc, Uraume fights with Hakari. Most of the fight was off scene, but the end of the fight was shown to us. When Sukuna dies, Uraume knows immediately, despite not being in close proximity. Learning the news, Uraume freezes themself and dies.
The End[]
At the end of the manga, we see Sukuna talking about going down two paths: one leads to a Shinto shrine maiden, speculated by some to be Yorozu, who harbored feelings for Sukuna, and the other to Uraume, whose loyalty to Sukuna runs deep. Comforting and choosing Uraume, they both walk into the darkness together, holding hands. Confronted by Mahito's accusation of being soft, Sukuna acknowledges this with a simple "Obviously. I lost, after all."[2] Ultimately, it is Uraume who remains by Sukuna's side, which by some can be interpreted as romantic.
Epilogue[]
In the four-page epilogue by Gege Akutami, a slighly younger Sukuna encounters Uraume in their early year. Sukuna asks Uraume to freeze a bison he has just killed. This is marking the beginning of their long-standing relationship. From that moment on, Uraume chooses to follow him.
The epilogue ends with a quite emotional exchange between both of them, walking into their north, held each other hand.
Uraume asks," Why is that even though Sukuna-sama is near me, you didnt get cold ?" and Sukuna responds with a chuckle,
"Ha ha, that goes for you as well, Uraume. Why didnt you get cold being by my side?"
Moments[]
- As Uraume fights Choso and Yuji Itadori, Sukuna's vessel, Yuji breaks Choso out of the ice that Uraume had contained him in, and an angry Uraume yells at him: "Who's body do you think that is?!" referencing Sukuna.
- In the second opening of Jujutsu Kaisen before Sukuna shows up on screen, Uraume's icefall is seen underwater.
- When Jogo, Mimiko and Nanako awaken Sukuna using his fingers, Sukuna makes them bow down to him. Nanako and Mimiko both bow down right onto the floor, while Jogo only bows with one knee. The action makes Sukuna almost slice his head off since Jogo is nowhere near the same level as him. But when Uraume bows down on one knee, and even stands next to him despite being a servant, Sukuna doesn't say or do anything.
- Uraume and Sukuna laugh and mock Yuji together when they depart in Chapter 215.
- Uraume commits Seppuku (ends their lives) after learning Sukuna lost in Chapter 268. Seppuku was carried out by partners of Samurais who would end their lives after their husbands lost in battle.
- Sukuna acknowledges he has two options to live his life, and despite having a master and servant relationship, Sukuna walks "North" side-by-side with Uraume, holding hands.
Quotes[]
- “It's nice to see you again.”
- — Uraume upon seeing Sukuna again after a thousand years.
- “See you later, Uraume.”
- — Sukuna telling Uraume that he'll see them later.
- “It's good to see you again after such a long time.”
- — Official Spanish translation of what Uraume says to Sukuna in Chapter 116.
- Uraume – “Please forgive me.”
- Sukuna – “You're forgiven.”
- — Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 215
- “Very happy.”
- — The caption around Uraume when Sukuna smiles at them
- “Whose body do you think that is?!”
- — Uraume to Yuji after he damages himself.
- “As meticulous as always...”
- — Sukuna upon hearing Uraume say the "Bath" was ready
Fanon[]
SukUme, the ship between Ryomen Sukuna and Uraume, is particularly popular among fans who’ve read the Jujutsu Kaisen manga. A major reason fans gravitate toward this pairing is the striking dynamic built on eternal loyalty, silent devotion and hundred years of shared history. Uraume has remained by Sukuna’s side for centuries, not just as a servant but as a trusted constant. Sukuna, known for his cruelty and disdain for others, allowing anyone to stay close to him for that long is rare, almost unthinkable, making fans to speculate that he may have a “soft spot” for Uraume.
Despite limited information about their relationship, many fans find their connection deeply endearing and enigmatic. Their dynamic leaves just enough space for interpretation, allowing the fandom to breathe life into them through fanfiction, art, and alternate universes.
One fan-favorite headcanon is that Uraume makes the perfect partner for Sukuna because of their culinary skills—playing into the idea that “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” This idiom is often used by fans to describe their relationship in a playful yet meaningful way.
In fan content and alternate universes (AUs), Sukuna and Uraume are often imagined living together, navigating domestic life in surprisingly tender ways. A song that’s frequently associated with their dynamic is "home with you" by FKA twigs—its haunting, vulnerable tone is seen as a fitting reflection of Uraume’s unwavering loyalty and the emotionally complex bond between the two.
The Symbolism Behind “Ume” and the Plum Tree[]
Uraume’s name carries deep symbolic weight. The kanji “梅” (Ume) translates to “plum,” “plum tree,” or “plum blossom.” which could translated as " the hidden plum blossom" . In East Asian philosophy and poetry, the plum blossom represents endurance, resilience, purity, and quiet strength all traits that beautifully echo Uraume’s character. Despite the chaos and cruelty surrounding Sukuna, Uraume remains steady and unmoved, embodying a fierce but subtle loyalty. Fans often connect Uraume to the philosophical symbolism of the plum blossom, turning their devotion into something almost spiritual.
The Sugawara Theory[]
A compelling theory within the SukUme fandom suggests a symbolic connection between Sugawara no Michizane, Sukuna, and Uraume. Sugawara was deeply associated with plum blossoms, composing many poems about them during his life. One legend tells of a beloved plum tree, the Tobiume, which flew through the sky to reunite with him after exile. Fans draw a parallel to Uraume traveling to escort Sukuna, suggesting a poetic mirroring of that same devotion.
Sukuna's Domain Expansion also bears visual resemblance to Sugawara’s Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, further fueling theories of thematic linkage. Some fans even speculate that Sukuna, who shares several symbolic and visual traits with Sugawara, may harbor romantic feelings for Uraume—with the Tobiume legend as an allegorical backdrop.
Parallels Across Fandoms[]
Interestingly, SukUme also resonates with fans outside the Jujutsu Kaisen fandom—especially among shippers of iconic pairings like EreMika (Attack on Titan). Both ships contain emotional and cinematic parallels:
- Devotion and Farewell: Just as Mikasa devoted her life to Eren and ultimately said goodbye with a soft “See you later,” Uraume receives a strikingly similar farewell from Sukuna. This phrase, quiet and emotionally loaded, becomes symbolic of an unbreakable bond even at the end.
- Tragic Loyalty: Both Eren and Sukuna are destructive figures with grand, violent goals. Yet, they are each anchored by someone who remains loyal to them, unwavering and almost holy in their devotion.
SukUme is also playfully compared to Zutara (Avatar: The Last Airbender) because of their fire and ice visual contrast, Sukuna with his burning power and Uraume with their icy techniques, evoking Zuko and Katara’s elemental dynamic.
Epilogue and Interpretations[3][4][]
After the epilogue reveals an early meeting between Sukuna and Uraume, though canon offers little detail about their ages and the nature of their bond at that time. Interpretations may vary, but many fans continue to view their relationship through the lens of ritual devotion and mythic loyalty.
Fandom[]
FAN FICTION
- Sukuna/Uraume tag on AO3
- Sukuna & Uraume tag on AO3
TUMBLR
- Sukuna/Uraume posts on Tumblr
- SukUme posts on Tumblr
- Sukuna x Uraume posts on Twitter
- SukUme hashtag on Twitter
Trivia[]
- Akutami Gege stated that Uraume had been associated unwaveringly with Sukuna for a thousand years[3].
- Akutami Gege referred to Uraume as Sukuna's close aide in a character poll for Jujutsu Kaisen. In another translation, Uraume is called "Sukuna's trusted aide."[5][4]
- Akutami Gege said that Sukuna did not have a wife nor did he have children a thousand years ago, he only had Uraume by his side as a servant[5].
- It was said in the Jujutsu Kaisen Fanbook that Sukuna's only interest is food[6]. Sukuna ate humans and the only person who could excellently cook them was Uraume. For that reason, Sukuna tolerated Uraume.[7]
- Sukuna and Uraume are both powerful sorcerers who contrast each other's powers. Uraume has ice abilities while Sukuna has fire abilities.
- Sukuna and Uraume wear very similar kimono. Both have the same white and blue colors in the Anime and the same black and white colors in Manga, they also wear the same colored haori. Since Sukuna's kimono is loose akin to a ladies kimono, many fans thought that Uraume could've given him those clothes since they have an identical one themselves.
- In the original Japanese translation of chapter 116, when Sukuna and Uraume are about to part ways Sukuna says to Uraume: “See you later, Uraume” "Mata (na), Uraume." Mata (na) would be casual, the way you'd say bye-bye to your friend at the end of an activity when you go your separate ways. It would be soft, cute, and friendly. It doesn't explicitly means "see you later", it just has that kind of a feeling because you expect to see your friend again at some point. Mata (na) is more manly sounding than Mata ne which would be neutral. It implies a wish to meet again, and it's just a nice thing to say, like "I'll be seeing you". Which led many fans to notice how Sukuna talks to Uraume.[8]
- In chapter 116 when Uraume says "I shall be waiting for you" in the original Japanese translation it's "I am waiting for you." Uraume also said "お待ち" (omachi) "Omachi" is a VERY formal version of 待って ("matte" = wait) people only say this to someone who they deeply respect.[9]
- In the official Spanish translation of chapter 116 and 117, instead of Uraume saying "I have come to escort you" they say "Master Sukuna, I have come to welcome you." as well as the line "It's nice to see you again" is changed to "It's good to see you again after such a long time."
- Uraume won Sukuna’s trust and favor because they're an excellent cook of his favorite meal.
- Gege Akutami confirmed Uraume's was a man during the Heian Era, but reincarnated in a woman's body.
- Some fans speculate Uraume asked Kenjaku to reincarnate in a woman's body in order to be with Sukuna; this information is not confirmed.
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