Weekly Shonen Jump celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2018. Among its many works, there are many that have shaped the era. One of the most popular and famous manga among these era-shaping works is Yu Yu Hakusho by Yoshihiro Togashi. Yu Yu Hakusho is home to many memorable scenes and quotes, and is still talked about online today. So what are some of Yu Yu Hakusho's famous quotes? In this article, we will introduce some of Yu Yu Hakusho's famous quotes.
What is Yu Yu Hakusho?
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Yu Yu Hakusho is a fighting manga that was previously serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. The story follows Yusuke Urameshi, a delinquent boy who is hit and killed by a car while saving a child. Afterward, he becomes a spirit detective who solves all kinds of problems. The story primarily focuses on his battles with demons and evil spirits from the demon realm. The manga has a total of 19 volumes, and was a popular manga that supported Weekly Shonen Jump alongside Slam Dunk and Dragon Ball. Even after the serialization ended, its explosive popularity has not stopped, and it has been adapted into many media formats, including multiple anime and games.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #1: "I won't abandon you! I'll protect you even if I have to cling to you!"
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The first Yu Yu Hakusho quote I'd like to introduce is, "I won't abandon you! I'll protect you even if I have to cling to you!" This famous line is spoken by the protagonist, Urameshi Yusuke, and it expresses his determination to never give up on his comrades or his humanity, no matter what the situation. It is also a statement that stops Jr. Toguro's extraordinary power and rejects him. It can also be said to be a famous scene that mixes complex emotions such as sadness and regret over Kuwabara's death.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #2: "Bring it all on! All the power you gained in exchange for giving up your soul... Use it all! I'll destroy everything about you and win."
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The next Yu Yu Hakusho quote is also from the battle between Yusuke Urameshi and Toguro Jr. These are the words spoken by Urameshi Yusuke after Toguro Jr. exerts 100% of his power and kills Kuwabara in order to get Urameshi to get serious. This scene also conveys the tense atmosphere of the final stage of the battle between the two. These words also reject Urameshi Yusuke's determination to become stronger without abandoning his connections with his friends, and Toguro Jr., who gave up everything to obtain the greatest power, and they are also famous quotes as they occur at the end of the Dark Tournament.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #3: "Koenma... You risked your life for Urameshi. I'll risk mine too, though it's a humble one... I'm a competitive person at heart."
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #4: "Uramishi... I'm the same... I just chose a different path when faced with two options. Make sure you come back alive... I'll definitely pass. I'll brag about it."
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The next famous quote from Yu Yu Hakusho is, "Uramishi... I'm actually the same... I just chose a different path when faced with two options. Make sure you come back alive... I'll definitely pass. I'll brag about it." This quote is spoken by Kuwabara as he bids Urameshi a brief farewell before heading off to the Demon Realm. It's Kuwabara's way of encouraging Urameshi, and it also shows the strong friendship between the two. Kuwabara then studies hard to prepare for his entrance exams, while Urameshi excels in tournaments in the Demon Realm. Though they take different paths, they continue to strive, just as Kuwabara said.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #5: "You don't even deserve to die."
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"You don't even deserve to die" is another famous quote from Yu Yu Hakusho. This famous line is spoken by Kurama, a friend of Urameshi Yusuke, and is the catchphrase he uses when defeating Toguro Brother, Sensui's subordinate. Toguro Brother regenerates instantly and cannot die, so he defeats him by causing him to hallucinate with plants from the Demon Realm, causing him to continue to suck out nutrients forever, effectively defeating him. The line conveys Kurama's anger and is also a very cool line. Kurama has many brilliant techniques, but he is also merciless towards his enemies, often ending battles with brutal results. Among them, this line in particular gives us a glimpse of Kurama's coolness. Many readers will likely feel relieved, as Toguro Brother was such a nasty enemy.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #6: "It's ironic, but the blood of villains produces more beautiful flowers."
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The next quote from Yu Yu Hakusho is, "It's ironic, but the blood of villains produces more beautiful flowers." This quote is also spoken by Kurama, and is his signature line after defeating an enemy. These are also the words spoken when Kurama defeats an enemy who has taken his mother hostage, and he defeats his opponents by planting seeds from a plant in the demon world that will bloom by sucking their blood. Many people have become fans of Kurama's overwhelming attack style, which is perfectly suited to his character.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #7: "There's no one without past scars. If there is, it's a shallow person."
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The next quote from Yu Yu Hakusho is, "There's no one without past scars. If there is, it's a shallow person." This quote is from Hiei. These words are a firm belief that can also be applied to life, showing that everyone has scars from their past. They also convey that a person without scars is simply someone who has never taken on challenges or taken on challenges, and is therefore shallow. Although he has a harsh mouth, these words are filled with conviction in life, and are therefore persuasive, especially from someone like Hiei, who is always taking on challenges and striving to improve.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #8: "For the first time, I've met my 'enemy'... Let's have a good match..."
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The eighth Yu Yu Hakusho quote I'd like to introduce is, "For the first time, I've met my 'enemy'... Let's have a good match..." This quote is spoken by the enemy, Toguro Jr. These are also the words he says when he finally acknowledges Urameshi as his enemy and unleashes his full, 100% power. It's strangely eerie to see him say this with his slender body, having released all muscle control from his previous muscular body, and these are words befitting the strongest enemy. Furthermore, even though he is an enemy, he still has the samurai spirit of "Let's have a good match," which also shows his strength, making these famous lines unsettling.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #9: "You can give 120% of your power for someone else... That's your strength..."
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The next quote from Yu Yu Hakusho is, "You can give 120% of your power for someone else... That's your strength..." This famous quote was spoken by the enemy, Toguro Jr., and was also his final words after being hit by Urameshi's Reigun. It was also uttered at the end of the Dark Tournament, and was chosen as a famous quote because it was the scene where Urameshi's victory was decided. Furthermore, it proves that it is stronger to use your power for others rather than for yourself, and can be said to be a famous quote that is typical of a classic Shonen Jump work.
Yu Yu Hakusho Quote #10: "When you get older, I'll get older too. And that's fine."
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The last quote from Yu Yu Hakusho I'd like to introduce is, "When you get older, I'll get older too. And that's fine." This famous quote was spoken by Master Genkai to Junior Toguro after the Dark Tournament. It was his final words that reformed Junior Toguro, who had become a demon in his quest for power despite being an old acquaintance, and it is also a quote that shows Master Genkai's kindness.
A flagship work that once supported Jump! A thorough introduction to Yu Yu Hakusho's famous quotes
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This time, we've introduced some famous quotes from Yu Yu Hakusho, one of Weekly Shonen Jump's most popular works. Yu Yu Hakusho is packed with exciting battle scenes, and despite its short run of 19 volumes, it's a highly enjoyable work. Although it is an old work, it can be said to be the foundation of modern battle manga, so you can enjoy it without feeling dated. If you haven't seen it yet, why not check it out along with the famous quotes?
