In Jujutsu Kaisen Manga Chapter 125, the story shifts to Nobara Kugisaki’s childhood, offering a glimpse into the relationships that shaped her. As a young girl, Nobara didn’t get along with most people in her small countryside village. However, she formed a close bond with a classmate named Fumi after a simple trade involving a light blue backpack that caught Nobara’s eye. This exchange marked the beginning of a lasting friendship.
Nobara spent much of her childhood visiting Fumi’s house, where they would play Super Smash Brothers with Fumi’s father. Over time, Nobara’s frustrations with village life grew, particularly as the villagers gossiped and isolated newcomers. Their small circle expanded when Saori, a kind and cheerful girl, moved into the village. Saori quickly became dear to both Nobara and Fumi.
However, Saori’s stay was short-lived. After enduring repeated harassment and vandalism from the villagers, Saori’s family was forced to leave. This loss deeply affected Nobara, and for the first time, she allowed herself to cry in front of Fumi — a pivotal emotional moment that cemented the bond between them and fueled Nobara’s determination to one day leave the village behind.
