Kiyotaka Ijichi, born April 20, 1991, entered Tokyo Jujutsu High in 2007 determined to become a jujutsu sorcerer. His trajectory shifted when upperclassman Satoru Gojo urged him to prioritize obtaining a driver’s license over combat roles. Heeding this advice, Kiyotaka redirected his ambitions toward administrative support, rising to become the school’s assistant manager post-graduation. Though devoid of innate cursed techniques, he honed barrier creation and shikigami summoning skills, yet his contributions stayed firmly logistical.
Tasked with mission coordination, operational logistics, and real-time communication, Kiyotaka often chauffeurs sorcerers while deploying concealment barriers—Curtains—to mask cursed activity from civilians. A methodical administrator, he thrives in managing finances, analyzing data, and drafting documents, showcasing notable Excel proficiency.
Reserved and outwardly composed, Kiyotaka privately wrestles with guilt, particularly over authorizing Yuji Itadori’s ill-fated mission that led to the boy’s temporary death. This regret fuels his efforts to shield students from perilous assignments, though strong-willed figures like Gojo frequently override his cautious counsel. His interactions with Gojo carry lingering unease, rooted in their student days when blunt critiques made him feel undervalued. Gradually, he recognizes Gojo’s intent to steer him away from frontline dangers.
In the Shibuya Incident, Kiyotaka orchestrated vital communications between sorcerers and auxiliary teams before being ambushed by curse user Haruta Shigemo, who left him critically stabbed. Kento Nanami located him and secured emergency care from Shoko Ieiri, saving his life. Post-recovery, he resumed duties with renewed tenacity.
Later conflicts, including the Shinjuku clash against Sukuna, saw Kiyotaka solidify his resolve. He erected barriers to mask Gojo’s techniques during the battle and escorted Tsumiki Fushiguro into the Culling Games’ Tokyo No. 1 Colony, underscoring his operational indispensability.
Personal quirks include a fondness for udon, avoidance of spicy foods, and stress induced by Gojo’s unpredictability. His name—kanji denoting purity, height, and wisdom—reflects his analytical nature. Despite self-identifying as a “fighter,” his battlefield remains strategic, marking his evolution from a hesitant coordinator to a steadfast pillar of jujutsu operations.