Let’s be real for a second. The "subs vs. dubs" war is probably never going to end, but if there is one show that makes a rock-solid case for the English version, it’s Jujutsu Kaisen. Honestly, the casting directors for the English dub hit the jackpot. It’s not just about matching a voice to a face; it’s about capturing that weird, specific energy Gege Akutami wrote into these characters—the mix of high-stakes trauma and goofy, "we’re probably going to die tomorrow" humor.
When you look at the JJK English voice actors, you aren’t just looking at a list of names. You’re looking at a group of industry veterans and rising stars who had to figure out how to make "Domain Expansion" sound cool without being cringey.
The Core Trio: Yuji, Megumi, and Nobara
Adam McArthur voices Yuji Itadori, and honestly, it’s hard to imagine anyone else doing it now. Most people know him as Marco Diaz from Star vs. the Forces of Evil, which is about as far from a cursed-energy-eating teenager as you can get. But McArthur brings this specific, earnest "golden retriever" energy to Yuji that makes the darker moments in Season 2 (looking at you, Shibuya) hit way harder. He’s also a legitimate martial artist in real life—specializing in Wushu—which he’s mentioned helps him understand the physicality of Yuji's fight scenes.
Then you’ve got Robbie Daymond as Megumi Fushiguro. Robbie is everywhere. If you’ve played Persona 5, he’s Akechi. If you like Sailor Moon, he’s Tuxedo Mask. For Megumi, he has to play it incredibly straight and stoic, but with those flashes of "I'm about to summon a giant Mahoraga and end us all" intensity. It’s a delicate balance.
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Anne Yatco rounds out the trio as Nobara Kugisaki. Her background is actually super interesting—she has a degree in biomedical engineering. She moved from the Midwest to LA to pursue acting, and she’s said in interviews that Nobara’s journey from a small town to the big city really resonated with her. She gives Nobara that "prickly pear" vibe—tough, a bit mean, but fiercely loyal.
The Gojo Factor: Kaiji Tang
We have to talk about Satoru Gojo. You can't talk about JJK English voice actors without mentioning Kaiji Tang. Voicing the "strongest sorcerer" is a massive responsibility because the character is so arrogant yet somehow incredibly likable.
Kaiji Tang manages to capture Gojo’s playfulness—that high-pitched, mocking tone he uses with villains—and then flip a switch to the cold, terrifying voice he uses when he’s actually trying. Tang has been in the game for a long time (he’s Archer in Fate/stay night and Ichiban in Yakuza: Like a Dragon), but Gojo has arguably become his most iconic role. He’s gone on record saying that despite the fame of these roles, voice acting in anime is a grind, often requiring supplemental work like audio description just to pay the bills in LA. It’s a reminder of how much work goes into these performances behind the scenes.
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The King of Curses and the Master of Tragedy
Ray Chase pulling double duty as Ryomen Sukuna and Choso is a masterclass in range. As Sukuna, he uses this deep, gravelly, regal-yet-evil tone. It sounds like someone who has been bored for a thousand years and is finally finding something worth killing. Then, as Choso, he shifts into a much more emotional, strained voice that perfectly fits the "big brother" trauma.
And then there’s Lex Lang as Suguru Geto. Lang is a two-time Emmy winner and a veteran who has been around since the 90s (he was Dr. Neo Cortex in Crash Bandicoot!). The way he handles Geto's transition—and the specific way he voices the character once Kenjaku takes over—is subtle but creepy.
Quick Reference: Who Voices Who?
- Yuji Itadori: Adam McArthur
- Megumi Fushiguro: Robbie Daymond
- Nobara Kugisaki: Anne Yatco
- Satoru Gojo: Kaiji Tang
- Ryomen Sukuna / Choso: Ray Chase
- Kento Nanami: David Vincent
- Suguru Geto: Lex Lang
- Maki Zenin: Allegra Clark
- Panda: Matthew David Rudd
- Toge Inumaki / Aoi Todo: Xander Mobus
- Yuta Okkotsu: Kayleigh McKee
Why the JJK Dub Stands Out
A lot of English dubs feel like they’re just translating words. Jujutsu Kaisen feels like it’s translating the vibe. When Xander Mobus voices Aoi Todo, he leans into the absolute absurdity of the character. You can tell the actors are having fun, especially during the slice-of-life moments before everything goes to hell.
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The technical skill involved here shouldn't be overlooked either. Voice acting for battle shonen is physically exhausting. Anne Yatco has spoken about the importance of vocal health and using the diaphragm because shouting "Black Flash" or screaming in agony for four hours straight can literally wreck your vocal cords if you aren't careful.
What's Next for the Cast?
With Season 3 (the Culling Game arc) on the horizon, the workload for these actors is only getting heavier. New characters like Naoya Zenin and more screen time for Yuta Okkotsu (voiced by Kayleigh McKee) mean the cast is expanding even further. McKee’s performance in Jujutsu Kaisen 0 was widely praised for how she handled Yuta’s evolution from a trembling mess to a confident sorcerer.
If you’re a fan, keep an eye on the convention circuit. Most of this cast, especially the "LAVA" trio (Robbie Daymond, Max Mittelman, and Ray Chase), are staples at anime cons. They often share behind-the-scenes stories about how they record—usually solo in a booth, rarely with their co-stars—which makes their chemistry on screen even more impressive.
To get the most out of the experience, try re-watching the Shibuya Incident arc specifically to hear the emotional shifts in Adam McArthur and Ray Chase’s performances; the nuance in the "I am you" scene is worth a second listen. Following the actors on social media is also a great way to catch "pocket watch" sessions or live script reads they occasionally do for fans.