If you are sad about Gojo’s death, please seek therapy from your friends who like Naruto. From Jiraiya to Itachi, Masashi Kishimoto never let fans feel a scarcity of emotional deaths. Naruto fans have been living with trust issues before trust issues were a thing.
So when Edo Tensei was later introduced in the series, the obvious question of fans was: Where was this technique when Jiraiya died? However, it is crucial for you to know that Jiraiya’s death had purpose, which would have been completely defeated, had he been revived.
In an interview regarding The Last: Naruto the Movie, Kishimoto explained why he never revived Jiraiya.
Why Masashi Kishimoto Never Brought Jiraiya Back With Edo-Tensei
Jiraiya’s death in Naruto anime | Crunchyroll
Jiraiya is one of the most central characters in Naruto. He became a tutor to the future Hokage and guided him through life. With his...
So when Edo Tensei was later introduced in the series, the obvious question of fans was: Where was this technique when Jiraiya died? However, it is crucial for you to know that Jiraiya’s death had purpose, which would have been completely defeated, had he been revived.
In an interview regarding The Last: Naruto the Movie, Kishimoto explained why he never revived Jiraiya.
Why Masashi Kishimoto Never Brought Jiraiya Back With Edo-Tensei
Jiraiya’s death in Naruto anime | Crunchyroll
Jiraiya is one of the most central characters in Naruto. He became a tutor to the future Hokage and guided him through life. With his...
- 5/25/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
The final war between the Heroes and All for One in My Hero Academia has come to an end. Kohei Horikoshi’s masterpiece has brought the conclusion in the most unique way possible, and fans couldn’t have hoped for anything else. Chapter 423 showcased the final moments of the battle as Izuku landed his last punch on All for One.
Izuku Landing a Punch on All for One | Viz Media
While the ending of the series was spot on, many fans believed that My Hero Academia might follow the path of Naruto and make the antagonist of the series, Shigaraki Tomura, switch sides and help the heroes take down the main villain. This would have made My Hero Academia a copy of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto.
Fortunately, Horikoshi knew what he was doing, and he gave his story the perfect ending that did justice to the characters of Shigaraki, Izuku,...
Izuku Landing a Punch on All for One | Viz Media
While the ending of the series was spot on, many fans believed that My Hero Academia might follow the path of Naruto and make the antagonist of the series, Shigaraki Tomura, switch sides and help the heroes take down the main villain. This would have made My Hero Academia a copy of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto.
Fortunately, Horikoshi knew what he was doing, and he gave his story the perfect ending that did justice to the characters of Shigaraki, Izuku,...
- 5/24/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Naruto and Shin Chan will be a part of Sony Yay!’s fourth edition of The Giant Wheel Festival, a three-day extravaganza of family fun and entertainment, which will take place from May 31, 2024, to June 2, 2024, at R City Mall, Ghatkopar.
In addition to Naruto and Shin Chan, attendees will have the opportunity to interact with Oggy, Honey Bunny.
The Giant Wheel Festival will feature over 25 activities catering to families, including theatrical performances, puppet shows, Zumba classes, magic displays, creative workshops, and storytelling sessions.
Adding to the excitement, Bollywood celebrity Karisma Kapoor and esteemed TV celebrities, such as Kishwer Merchant, Nisha Rawal, Mohit and Aditie Malik, Gautam Rode and Pankhuri Awasthy, and Gurdeep
Punjj, are expected to grace the event, participating in various activities alongside attendees.
Weikfield will be the presenting sponsor for the event, with Complan as co-powered by sponsor, Havmor as special partner, and Rasna and Navneet Youva as associate sponsors.
In addition to Naruto and Shin Chan, attendees will have the opportunity to interact with Oggy, Honey Bunny.
The Giant Wheel Festival will feature over 25 activities catering to families, including theatrical performances, puppet shows, Zumba classes, magic displays, creative workshops, and storytelling sessions.
Adding to the excitement, Bollywood celebrity Karisma Kapoor and esteemed TV celebrities, such as Kishwer Merchant, Nisha Rawal, Mohit and Aditie Malik, Gautam Rode and Pankhuri Awasthy, and Gurdeep
Punjj, are expected to grace the event, participating in various activities alongside attendees.
Weikfield will be the presenting sponsor for the event, with Complan as co-powered by sponsor, Havmor as special partner, and Rasna and Navneet Youva as associate sponsors.
- 5/24/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Masashi Kishimoto loves character development more than anything and the theme is prevalent even in his villains. The backstories of characters like Itachi and Obito were what made Naruto iconic.
The author loves to draw out characters bit by bit, but unfortunately, his ideas did not receive enough appreciation from his editors, causing him to cut his ideas short. Regardless, he still came up with some memorable characters.
Masashi Kishimoto’s Original Idea for Naruto‘s Classmates
Chunin Exams Prelims | Naruto Fandom
According to an interview, Masashi Kishimoto had never intended to create the 4 people teams out of Naruto’s classmates. The original plan was to focus on various missions that Naruto would venture out on. Thus, Naruto and his team would meet teams from other villages, who would serve as rivals.
However, this idea was not approved by Kishimoto’s editor. :
He was told there wouldn’t be...
The author loves to draw out characters bit by bit, but unfortunately, his ideas did not receive enough appreciation from his editors, causing him to cut his ideas short. Regardless, he still came up with some memorable characters.
Masashi Kishimoto’s Original Idea for Naruto‘s Classmates
Chunin Exams Prelims | Naruto Fandom
According to an interview, Masashi Kishimoto had never intended to create the 4 people teams out of Naruto’s classmates. The original plan was to focus on various missions that Naruto would venture out on. Thus, Naruto and his team would meet teams from other villages, who would serve as rivals.
However, this idea was not approved by Kishimoto’s editor. :
He was told there wouldn’t be...
- 5/21/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Bleach is a member of the Big Three club of Shonen anime, and deservedly so. However, its protagonist, Ichigo, is nowhere near the most liked Shonen hero. Tite Kubo created a boy-next-door character who was thrust into responsibilities too big for him.
Luffy and Naruto, on the other hand, have huge individual fanbases. But why are things so different for Ichigo despite being in the same genre? The truth might lie in a 2023 interview with Tite Kubo.
Tite Kubo Admits His Thoughts About Ichigo Ichigo Kurosaki in Bleach | Crunchyroll
In an interview with Viz Media, Tite Kubo talked about who he considers to be his heroes. He mentions GeGeGe no Kitaro and Saint Seiya as his favorite, but they are not heroes in that sense.
What is a hero? I’ve never thought of Ichigo as a hero, either. [lol]
So what does Tite Kubo consider a hero? It seems like...
Luffy and Naruto, on the other hand, have huge individual fanbases. But why are things so different for Ichigo despite being in the same genre? The truth might lie in a 2023 interview with Tite Kubo.
Tite Kubo Admits His Thoughts About Ichigo Ichigo Kurosaki in Bleach | Crunchyroll
In an interview with Viz Media, Tite Kubo talked about who he considers to be his heroes. He mentions GeGeGe no Kitaro and Saint Seiya as his favorite, but they are not heroes in that sense.
What is a hero? I’ve never thought of Ichigo as a hero, either. [lol]
So what does Tite Kubo consider a hero? It seems like...
- 5/20/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Adult Swim Unveils New Toonami Rewind Block Featuring Dragon Ball Z Kai, Naruto, and Sailor Moon - Main Image
In what is no doubt unexpected but exciting news for classic anime fans, Adult Swim has announced that it is bringing back beloved anime with its newly launched Toonami Rewind block, which will premiere very soon.
Adult Swim Goes Back in Time with New Toonami Rewind Block
Adult Swim’s Toonami block was known as the go-to place to watch classic American and Japanese animated series such as ThunderCats, Voltron, and Space Ghost.
It has also aired several notable anime through the years, including Flcl: Grunge and Shoegaze and the recent 2024 breakout hit Ninja Kamui.
Now, Toonami is returning to its roots with the launch of a new block called Toonami Rewind, where fans can watch classic anime such as Dragon Ball Z Kai, Naruto, and Sailor Moon.
The announcement was...
In what is no doubt unexpected but exciting news for classic anime fans, Adult Swim has announced that it is bringing back beloved anime with its newly launched Toonami Rewind block, which will premiere very soon.
Adult Swim Goes Back in Time with New Toonami Rewind Block
Adult Swim’s Toonami block was known as the go-to place to watch classic American and Japanese animated series such as ThunderCats, Voltron, and Space Ghost.
It has also aired several notable anime through the years, including Flcl: Grunge and Shoegaze and the recent 2024 breakout hit Ninja Kamui.
Now, Toonami is returning to its roots with the launch of a new block called Toonami Rewind, where fans can watch classic anime such as Dragon Ball Z Kai, Naruto, and Sailor Moon.
The announcement was...
- 5/18/2024
- EpicStream
Spoiler Alert: Contains Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Manga Spoilers Ahead!
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga series has been gaining a pretty impressive run so far among fans, with a commendable storyline that has considerably stronger characters than before. Even within its already released nine chapters, it has introduced some critically new nemesis to the saga, increasing the excitement by lengths never experienced before with the younger Uzumaki’s tale.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex. | Credit: Viz.
That said, it is once again returning to the readers, with the release of its tenth chapter right around the horizon. And just like nearly every update before, this new chapter only further teases something unexpected and entertaining for fans that they would end up loving: A fight between two Uchihas which just might result in the bringing back of Sasuke at some point in time.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 Tease:...
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex manga series has been gaining a pretty impressive run so far among fans, with a commendable storyline that has considerably stronger characters than before. Even within its already released nine chapters, it has introduced some critically new nemesis to the saga, increasing the excitement by lengths never experienced before with the younger Uzumaki’s tale.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex. | Credit: Viz.
That said, it is once again returning to the readers, with the release of its tenth chapter right around the horizon. And just like nearly every update before, this new chapter only further teases something unexpected and entertaining for fans that they would end up loving: A fight between two Uchihas which just might result in the bringing back of Sasuke at some point in time.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 Tease:...
- 5/17/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Where to Buy the Naruto Crocs Shoes: Price and Release Date Revealed - Main Image
Years ago, Crocs weren’t seen as particularly fashionable. Now though, the brand’s signature style has become incredibly popular, enough that it has collaborated with lots of popular IP. Now, Crocs unveiled a new Naruto footwear collection for 2024, and here’s where to buy them along with their release dates.
This is not the first time that Naruto and Crocs have teamed up, as there was a previous collection that featured Naruto and Kakashi clogs.
For this latest crossover though, there are four designs to choose from, which are themed after more fan-favorite characters from the series.
Check out All the Naruto Crocs 2024 Footwear Collection Designs
Up first is the Sasuke Uchiha classic clog. While it’s based on the signature Crocs silhouette, this pair is sure to grab a lot of attention as...
Years ago, Crocs weren’t seen as particularly fashionable. Now though, the brand’s signature style has become incredibly popular, enough that it has collaborated with lots of popular IP. Now, Crocs unveiled a new Naruto footwear collection for 2024, and here’s where to buy them along with their release dates.
This is not the first time that Naruto and Crocs have teamed up, as there was a previous collection that featured Naruto and Kakashi clogs.
For this latest crossover though, there are four designs to choose from, which are themed after more fan-favorite characters from the series.
Check out All the Naruto Crocs 2024 Footwear Collection Designs
Up first is the Sasuke Uchiha classic clog. While it’s based on the signature Crocs silhouette, this pair is sure to grab a lot of attention as...
- 5/17/2024
- EpicStream
We just have a couple days to go before the broadcast and streaming debut of Kaiju No. 8 episode 6, so it's time to look ahead to the addition of a new voice actor. The latest to join the cast is Makoto Furukawa (Taiju Oki in Dr. Stone ), who will voice Defense Force Third Division Platoon Leader Ryo Ikaruga. You can see the character's design in the announcement below. Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Cast for Kaiju No. 9 in Monster and Human Form Based on the hit manga by Naoya Matsumoto, Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya direct Kaiju No. 8 at studio Production I.G, with series composition by Ichiro Okouchi ( Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury ), character designs by Tetsuya Nishio ( Naruto ) and music by Yuta Bando ( Belle ). Crunchyroll is streaming the series as it airs in Japan and describes the story: In a world plagued by creatures known as Kaiju,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
Long ago, Jujutsu Kaisen fans lived together in harmony. Then everything changed when Gege Akutami attacked. Only Gojo, who alone dominates, could stop him, but when the world needed him the most, he vanished.
Several chapters passed when fans suddenly discovered a hint in the leaks of chapter 260. Although there is still a lot of speculation, fans believe that the blue-eyed demon is indeed back.
Did Gege Akutami Hint at Gojo’s Return in Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 260?
Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen
Leaks and spoilers of chapter 260 of Jujutsu Kaisen are out, showing some truly unbelievable incidents. Yuji and Todo’s repeated attacks finally got to Sukuna. He was hit with a Black Flash, and Yuji began tearing him apart.
Suggested“It’s not just thrown in there without reason”: Gege Akutami’s Ingenuity with Jujutsu Kaisen Blew the Minds of their Editors with this One Trait
On the very next page,...
Several chapters passed when fans suddenly discovered a hint in the leaks of chapter 260. Although there is still a lot of speculation, fans believe that the blue-eyed demon is indeed back.
Did Gege Akutami Hint at Gojo’s Return in Jujutsu Kaisen Chapter 260?
Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen
Leaks and spoilers of chapter 260 of Jujutsu Kaisen are out, showing some truly unbelievable incidents. Yuji and Todo’s repeated attacks finally got to Sukuna. He was hit with a Black Flash, and Yuji began tearing him apart.
Suggested“It’s not just thrown in there without reason”: Gege Akutami’s Ingenuity with Jujutsu Kaisen Blew the Minds of their Editors with this One Trait
On the very next page,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Changing ideas is sometimes necessary because it reflects our ability to adapt and respond to new information or perspectives. This flexibility often leads to growth and improvement. However, it does not guarantee that going astray would lead to success, such was the case with Boruto. The anime sequel had big shoes to fill as they were assigned the difficult task of building a follow-up of Masashi Kishimoto’s magnum opus Naruto.
Boruto Uzumaki
However, when the series’ first episode was aired it was instantly criticized by the fans because of how different it was from the original show. Moreover, the concept of true peace and technology that developed over the years did not resonate well with the fans. Mikio Ikemoto, the co-creator of the show explains how he took extreme steps to avoid clashing from the original series.
Boruto’s Co-Creator Explained How He Avoided Repeating Character Designs
When Boruto was first aired,...
Boruto Uzumaki
However, when the series’ first episode was aired it was instantly criticized by the fans because of how different it was from the original show. Moreover, the concept of true peace and technology that developed over the years did not resonate well with the fans. Mikio Ikemoto, the co-creator of the show explains how he took extreme steps to avoid clashing from the original series.
Boruto’s Co-Creator Explained How He Avoided Repeating Character Designs
When Boruto was first aired,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The epitome of evil in Jujutsu Kaisen, Ryomen Sukuna, is currently defeating every opponent that the Jujutsu sorcerers are throwing at him. Not even legends like Gojo Satoru or Yuka Okkotsu could take down the King of Curses. However, if Sukuna had been in some other universe, the situation would have been different.
Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
For example, if Sukuna somehow reaches the My Hero Academia anime universe, he won’t stand a chance against the Symbol of Peace of Kohei Horikoshi’s world. Although All Might has given up One for All and has become an ordinary man, in his prime, he could have easily taken down Sukuna before the King of Curses could have even activated his curse techniques.
A similar debate took place on X(Formerly Twitter) when a My Hero Academia fan account asked anime fans about who would win in a matchup between All...
Sukuna in Jujutsu Kaisen
For example, if Sukuna somehow reaches the My Hero Academia anime universe, he won’t stand a chance against the Symbol of Peace of Kohei Horikoshi’s world. Although All Might has given up One for All and has become an ordinary man, in his prime, he could have easily taken down Sukuna before the King of Curses could have even activated his curse techniques.
A similar debate took place on X(Formerly Twitter) when a My Hero Academia fan account asked anime fans about who would win in a matchup between All...
- 5/15/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is filled with inspiration and references to a lot of mythical and mythological narratives that are spread across the world. From Alabasta to Fish-men Island, every new arc brings with it a reference to one of the old cultural tales from different communities. The same is going to happen with the Elbaf arc.
One Piece
With the Egghead arc reaching its conclusion slowly, the next adventure for the Straw Hat Pirates is already set. The inclusion of the Giants in Egghead has given confirmation that the next step in Luffy’s journey will take him to the famous Elbaf village, which has been a mystery for One Piece fans for almost 25 years.
As fans may have already figured out by observing the characters from Elbaf (the Giants), it is based on the Viking culture from Norse mythology. However, Oda once revealed his real inspiration behind the upcoming arc,...
One Piece
With the Egghead arc reaching its conclusion slowly, the next adventure for the Straw Hat Pirates is already set. The inclusion of the Giants in Egghead has given confirmation that the next step in Luffy’s journey will take him to the famous Elbaf village, which has been a mystery for One Piece fans for almost 25 years.
As fans may have already figured out by observing the characters from Elbaf (the Giants), it is based on the Viking culture from Norse mythology. However, Oda once revealed his real inspiration behind the upcoming arc,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
In the 2000s, the shonen genre was dominated by the Big Three, featuring none other than Bleach, Naruto, and One Piece. If we talk solely in terms of numbers, then Bleach has not done as amazing as the other two. However, Tite Kubo’s manga and anime series has continued to attract fans through its captivating plot, and a protagonist that stood out from the rest.
Ichigo Kurosaki in Bleach
Unlike other anime series, Tite Kubo’s magnum opus keeps his fans hooked with its layered and incredibly strong antagonists. Aizen, who was one of the main villains of the series, kept things interesting as his Bankai was the strongest of them all. However, a fan has come up with a theory that he could not flaunt his true power as his blade restricted him from doing so.
Fan Theory States How Aizen’s Zanpakuto Restricts Him From Showcasing His...
Ichigo Kurosaki in Bleach
Unlike other anime series, Tite Kubo’s magnum opus keeps his fans hooked with its layered and incredibly strong antagonists. Aizen, who was one of the main villains of the series, kept things interesting as his Bankai was the strongest of them all. However, a fan has come up with a theory that he could not flaunt his true power as his blade restricted him from doing so.
Fan Theory States How Aizen’s Zanpakuto Restricts Him From Showcasing His...
- 5/14/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Comparisons between Naruto and Luffy have been going on since both characters entered the anime and manga worlds. Both of them have uncanny similarities as the main characters of Naruto and One Piece, but they also differ in terms of ambitions, mindsets, and the way they deal with their problems.
Naruto in Naruto Shippuden
However, the biggest comparison that fans have made between the two characters is regarding their way of dealing with their enemies during fights and battles. Both of them follow a different approach while fighting villains. While Luffy adapts in the middle of the battle, Naruto is known to employ unique tricks with the help of his jutsus.
Although using new tricks in dealing with the enemies does make the battle intriguing, Luffy’s ability to learn in the middle of the battle proves that he has a better battle Iq than Naruto, despite being the dumber character of the two.
Naruto in Naruto Shippuden
However, the biggest comparison that fans have made between the two characters is regarding their way of dealing with their enemies during fights and battles. Both of them follow a different approach while fighting villains. While Luffy adapts in the middle of the battle, Naruto is known to employ unique tricks with the help of his jutsus.
Although using new tricks in dealing with the enemies does make the battle intriguing, Luffy’s ability to learn in the middle of the battle proves that he has a better battle Iq than Naruto, despite being the dumber character of the two.
- 5/13/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
In 2021, Bleach celebrated its 20th anniversary with a new art exhibition giving details about the series, its history, its progress over the years, and the overall success of Tite Kubo’s magnum opus. The art exhibition was opened on December 18, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan, and it was probably the biggest celebration of the Bleach franchise.
Bleach Anime
To honor the legacy of Kubo and his masterpiece, other prominent manga creators from the industry also came together and shared their own artwork featuring the characters and events from the Bleach manga series. This was their way of congratulating Kubo on completing 20 years and still going strong with the latest adaptation of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War.
While all the artworks from the manga creators had a lot of importance, the illustrations from Eiichiro Oda (One Piece) and Masashi Kishimoto (Naruto) held the most value, as all of them make up the “Big Three” of the anime industry,...
Bleach Anime
To honor the legacy of Kubo and his masterpiece, other prominent manga creators from the industry also came together and shared their own artwork featuring the characters and events from the Bleach manga series. This was their way of congratulating Kubo on completing 20 years and still going strong with the latest adaptation of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War.
While all the artworks from the manga creators had a lot of importance, the illustrations from Eiichiro Oda (One Piece) and Masashi Kishimoto (Naruto) held the most value, as all of them make up the “Big Three” of the anime industry,...
- 5/13/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Madara Uchiha played a prominent role in Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto series as one of the prime antagonists, who gave a tough time to the Allied Shinobi Forces during the Fourth Ninja War. The Ghost of Uchiha was a legendary shinobi whose name struck fear in the hearts of people. As a result, his name alone forced the five Shinobi Nations to join hands, something that had never happened before.
Madara Uchiha in Naruto Shippuden
The character has had a number of iconic moments in the series and without a doubt one of the strongest villains with numerous ninjutsu techniques such as Tengai Shinsei, Demonic Statue Chains, Gunbai Fanned Wind, and Mangekyo Sharingan’s Susanoo. However, fans have come up with an intriguing theory, as they believe that the Devil of all Shinobi’s Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan’s secret ability was not Susasnoo but time traveling.
Fan Theory Suggests Madara...
Madara Uchiha in Naruto Shippuden
The character has had a number of iconic moments in the series and without a doubt one of the strongest villains with numerous ninjutsu techniques such as Tengai Shinsei, Demonic Statue Chains, Gunbai Fanned Wind, and Mangekyo Sharingan’s Susanoo. However, fans have come up with an intriguing theory, as they believe that the Devil of all Shinobi’s Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan’s secret ability was not Susasnoo but time traveling.
Fan Theory Suggests Madara...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
When the Boruto anime started, fans were disappointed to find out that Naruto’s relationship with his son was not as happy and satisfying as they had imagined it to be. Naruto, after becoming the Hokage, got caught up in his duties as the highest authority in their village, which led to Boruto developing resentment towards his father.
Naruto and Boruto
He even tried to use petty tricks, just like Naruto used to do, to get attention from the villagers. However, as the story progressed, Naruto understood that his neglecting Boruto was affecting their relationship as father and son. Therefore, he decided to balance his work and personal life and started to develop a bond with Boruto.
But this bond was short-lived as Kawaki entered the story and took all of Naruto’s attention away from Boruto. Because of a similar background, Naruto developed an attachment to Kawaki that made...
Naruto and Boruto
He even tried to use petty tricks, just like Naruto used to do, to get attention from the villagers. However, as the story progressed, Naruto understood that his neglecting Boruto was affecting their relationship as father and son. Therefore, he decided to balance his work and personal life and started to develop a bond with Boruto.
But this bond was short-lived as Kawaki entered the story and took all of Naruto’s attention away from Boruto. Because of a similar background, Naruto developed an attachment to Kawaki that made...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Often compared to the best of the best, Kenjiro Tsuda is considered to have the most distinct and prolific voice in the Japanese voice-acting industry. Tsuda-san began his journey in 1995 and has been associated with various aspects of entertainment as he has been in stage acting, narration, film acting, and even a director. However, he stands out the most for his charismatic voice, which has left fans astounded.
Kenjiro Tsuda. Source: Wikimedia Commons
In his stellar career, Kenjiro Tsuda has made his name for voicing dark and passionate characters, which have instantly become fan favorites. From Horimiya to My Hero Academia, Tsuda-san has made fans go nuts as brought the characters to life with passion and an arrogant air, leaving an indelible mark in the minds of the viewers.
5) Jigen/ Isshiki Otsutsuki From Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
Isshiki Otsutsuki in Boruto: Naruto Next Generation. Credits: Crunchyroll
Kenjiro Tsuda’s...
Kenjiro Tsuda. Source: Wikimedia Commons
In his stellar career, Kenjiro Tsuda has made his name for voicing dark and passionate characters, which have instantly become fan favorites. From Horimiya to My Hero Academia, Tsuda-san has made fans go nuts as brought the characters to life with passion and an arrogant air, leaving an indelible mark in the minds of the viewers.
5) Jigen/ Isshiki Otsutsuki From Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
Isshiki Otsutsuki in Boruto: Naruto Next Generation. Credits: Crunchyroll
Kenjiro Tsuda’s...
- 5/12/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Ninjas, or shinobi, live in the popular imagination as much as samurai when one thinks of great warriors from ancient Japan. While the image of the samurai carries with it an excellent swordsman endowed with composure and honor, the image of the ninja is characterized by his stealth techniques, creative weapons, and the reputation of infiltrating with perfection. Throughout history, many works of fiction have interpreted the image of ninjas, both in productions from Japan and abroad — even part of Bruce Wayne's training to become Batman comes from techniques and equipment typically used by ninjas. They are commonly set in ancient Japan or exiled clans that seem frozen in time, some contain touches of fantasy but often stick to realism. Related: All Naruto Arcs in Order Including Shippuden and Boruto One work of fiction started with the theme of ninjas, reinterpreted and applied in a fantasy world, but added its own rules,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Samir Fraiha
- Crunchyroll
There are various categories through which Marvel and DC influence media. In forms of literature and that of movies, series, and mangas; superheroes have their essence in one way or another. The latest in the lot happens to be Kagurabachi. The manga has surpassed all expectations with only two volumes out for fans to read.
Chihiro | Kagurabachi Viz Media
The art is absolutely mesmerizing and the story happens to be one captivating enough to grip fans even after the memes faded eventually. The manga has since been gaining massive popularity to the point where the fans are getting impatient for a possible anime. However, it its inspiration that strikes a nerve for the DC enthusiasts more than anything else.
Hokazono Takeru Found Kagurabachi’s Inspiration Not in the DC Universe
Kagurabachi’s mangaka recently gave an interview with Asahi Shimbun, in which he revealed facts about himself and the manga.
Chihiro | Kagurabachi Viz Media
The art is absolutely mesmerizing and the story happens to be one captivating enough to grip fans even after the memes faded eventually. The manga has since been gaining massive popularity to the point where the fans are getting impatient for a possible anime. However, it its inspiration that strikes a nerve for the DC enthusiasts more than anything else.
Hokazono Takeru Found Kagurabachi’s Inspiration Not in the DC Universe
Kagurabachi’s mangaka recently gave an interview with Asahi Shimbun, in which he revealed facts about himself and the manga.
- 5/9/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
With episode five of the monster-adverse Kaiju No. 8 TV anime set to air later this week, Kafka will finally be making their way officially onto the Defense Force, and with it comes a bunch of new characters to fill out the ranks of the Third Division. In anticipation of the next episode, two more members of the Third Division were announced tonight on the official Twitter account for the series. Akari Minase voiced by Nene Hieda (Misa Ilioroagu in The Misfit of Demon King Academy ) Hakua Igarashi voiced by Mayuko Kazama (Sayo Minakami in Gushing Over Magical Girls ) Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Reveals Cast for Kaiju No. 9 in Monster and Human Form Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya directs Kaiju No. 8 at studio Production I.G, with series composition by Ichiro Okouchi ( Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury ), character designs by Tetsuya Nishio ( Naruto ) and music by Yuta...
- 5/9/2024
- by Daryl Harding
- Crunchyroll
Eiichiro Oda found both a friend and a direct competitor in the form of Masashi Kishimoto. One Piece has often taken inspiration from Naruto and vice versa. Letting go of hostility, a friendly competition was accepted between the two that let their works grow in fame as each chapter came out. Kishimoto’s work is one that has inspired many. Whether it is the heroes or the villains, even the powers; a lot can be found inspiring.
Gear 5 Luffy in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Oda is not one to shy away from the same. He wanted to take inspiration, much like any other renowned mangaka. There can be the biggest things and even the smallest ones that give the much-needed push. However, the ability that took birth from that also gave way to a terrifying villain.
Eiichiro Oda was inspired by Masashi Kishimoto for a Devil Fruit
When talking...
Gear 5 Luffy in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation
Oda is not one to shy away from the same. He wanted to take inspiration, much like any other renowned mangaka. There can be the biggest things and even the smallest ones that give the much-needed push. However, the ability that took birth from that also gave way to a terrifying villain.
Eiichiro Oda was inspired by Masashi Kishimoto for a Devil Fruit
When talking...
- 5/8/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto is one of the pillars of the manga and anime industry. His magnum opus paved the way for the next generation of mangaka to connect to Western countries. He had worked hard to reach the heights of success with Naruto and inspired many people through his creation. A mangaka has to go through several obstacles to get the results they are looking for.
One such anime that depicts the entire journey of a mangaka is Bakuman. Bakuman is created by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata. From dreaming to becoming a mangaka to finally achieving that dream is entirely depicted in the anime. Even though most of the scenarios were correct, Masashi Kishimoto felt that one aspect was not accurate at all.
Masashi Kishimoto Pointed Out Bakuman’s Only Problem Bakuman (Credit: IMDb)
Masashi Kishimoto is one of the greatest mangaka ever and has been in the industry for almost three decades.
One such anime that depicts the entire journey of a mangaka is Bakuman. Bakuman is created by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata. From dreaming to becoming a mangaka to finally achieving that dream is entirely depicted in the anime. Even though most of the scenarios were correct, Masashi Kishimoto felt that one aspect was not accurate at all.
Masashi Kishimoto Pointed Out Bakuman’s Only Problem Bakuman (Credit: IMDb)
Masashi Kishimoto is one of the greatest mangaka ever and has been in the industry for almost three decades.
- 5/8/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto is one of the most popular Shonen Series that features a number of iconic female characters, such as Kurenai, Mei Tarumi, Ino Yamanaka, Konan, and many more. However, two characters stand out, particularly in the series, it is none other than Hinata Hyuga and Sakura Haruno.
A young Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga
While fans of the series immensely love the former character for her looks and attributes and how she treats our protagonist, they hate the latter for the same. The hate for Tsunade Senju’s apprentice is the most extreme of all anime characters. It looks like Kishimoto-san has chosen his favorite female character out of the two, as he prefers the Byakugan princess over a strange reason that the medical ninja can not change.
Masashi Kishimoto Chooses Hinata Hyuga Over Sakura Haruno Over an Uncanny Explanation
Fans of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto often...
A young Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga
While fans of the series immensely love the former character for her looks and attributes and how she treats our protagonist, they hate the latter for the same. The hate for Tsunade Senju’s apprentice is the most extreme of all anime characters. It looks like Kishimoto-san has chosen his favorite female character out of the two, as he prefers the Byakugan princess over a strange reason that the medical ninja can not change.
Masashi Kishimoto Chooses Hinata Hyuga Over Sakura Haruno Over an Uncanny Explanation
Fans of Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto often...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto has never hesitated in bringing out the best of each character in Naruto. Each and every character has a sense of individuality whether by design or personality. Uniqueness is not something Naruto is short of and that shows from every angle. Even the characters that may not be as popular or often disliked are recognizable because of one or the other unique features.
Sakura beating Naruto | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Despite making such visually and emotionally appealing characters, there are moments when the mangaka falls short. While it is understandable to not be able to focus on each and every character because of the sheer number of them, it becomes questionable when one of those characters also happens to be one of the main ones.
Masashi Kishimoto Couldn’t Prioritize Sakura
During the Jump Festa 2010 (via The Naruto News), Masashi Kishimoto took into regard the character of Sakura Haruno...
Sakura beating Naruto | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Despite making such visually and emotionally appealing characters, there are moments when the mangaka falls short. While it is understandable to not be able to focus on each and every character because of the sheer number of them, it becomes questionable when one of those characters also happens to be one of the main ones.
Masashi Kishimoto Couldn’t Prioritize Sakura
During the Jump Festa 2010 (via The Naruto News), Masashi Kishimoto took into regard the character of Sakura Haruno...
- 5/7/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
The relationship between Sasuke and Sakura is one of the most debated topics in Naruto. Fans have always argued whether the two characters were right for each other or not. Nevertheless, Masashi Kishimoto was able to make it work, thanks to a piece of advice that he got from the editor of the series, Kosuke Yahagi.
Sasuke and Sakura
Sasuke and Sakura’s relationship is considered by many to be one of the most toxic relationships in the history of anime because of the way Sasuke treated Sakura. Because of his ambition to find his elder brother, Itachi Uchiha, Sasuke neglected, and even insulted, Sakura’s feelings to a great extent. Ultimately, when the series concluded, the two ended up together.
In 2014, Kishimoto revealed that he had no idea about how to proceed with the three protagonists of his magnum opus, but Yahagi helped him create the perfect scenario for Naruto,...
Sasuke and Sakura
Sasuke and Sakura’s relationship is considered by many to be one of the most toxic relationships in the history of anime because of the way Sasuke treated Sakura. Because of his ambition to find his elder brother, Itachi Uchiha, Sasuke neglected, and even insulted, Sakura’s feelings to a great extent. Ultimately, when the series concluded, the two ended up together.
In 2014, Kishimoto revealed that he had no idea about how to proceed with the three protagonists of his magnum opus, but Yahagi helped him create the perfect scenario for Naruto,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto took it upon himself to create one of the big three shonen works. Naruto stands out in many ways and not just one. Each and every step he took with the series provided an extra set of fans to join in. No story starts off with a bang and maintains that pace without effort. It takes dedication, understanding, and flexibility to make something stand out in the way Naruto does.
Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Kishimoto, ever since the first chapter, has been nothing but expressing his heart out. The love that is required to make such a work also coincides with the planning and flow. There can also be certain directions that one may not initially be aware of, only to take the road not taken. However, one such advice not only became a boon, but also a bane.
Masashi Kishimoto Got Guidance from His Editor
Masashi Kishimoto,...
Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura | Credit: Studio Pierrot
Kishimoto, ever since the first chapter, has been nothing but expressing his heart out. The love that is required to make such a work also coincides with the planning and flow. There can also be certain directions that one may not initially be aware of, only to take the road not taken. However, one such advice not only became a boon, but also a bane.
Masashi Kishimoto Got Guidance from His Editor
Masashi Kishimoto,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball has existed for well over three decades, and in this golden period, the show has featured a plethora of iconic moments. From Goku’s epic battle with King Piccolo to launching a Super Spirit Bomb to defeat Kid Buu, the series has given its fans countless memorable moments that have left a lasting impact in the minds of the viewers.
Kid Goku
Even though each moment of our protagonist marks a landmark in the series, Toryima-Sensei shared how coming up with such iconic moments in the series was never easy. The legendary mangaka opened up about the immense fan pressure that he felt while drawing the 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc. As a result, he was forced to change the story that would have featured a key moment of our young protagonist.
Akira Toriyama Felt Immense Fan Pressure During The 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc...
Kid Goku
Even though each moment of our protagonist marks a landmark in the series, Toryima-Sensei shared how coming up with such iconic moments in the series was never easy. The legendary mangaka opened up about the immense fan pressure that he felt while drawing the 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc. As a result, he was forced to change the story that would have featured a key moment of our young protagonist.
Akira Toriyama Felt Immense Fan Pressure During The 21st Tenka’ichi Budōkai Arc...
- 5/7/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
A new research revealed Naruto anime as the world’s most popular kids TV show in over 83 countries.
According to a comprehensive study conducted by data analysts at TheToyZone, Naruto has secured its place as the most sought-after kids’ TV show in a staggering 83 countries, surpassing all other contenders in popularity.
Naruto‘s global dominance extends across continents. It holds the top spot in North America (10 countries including Canada & Mexico), South America (7 countries including Brazil & Argentina), Europe (22 countries including Germany & France), the Middle East and Central Asia, and even Africa (22 countries).
Notably, Naruto’s home country, Japan, also features the show as the most popular children’s program.
TheToyZone attributes Naruto‘s global success to its engaging story, well-developed characters, exciting action sequences, and powerful themes like friendship, perseverance, and selflessness.
While Naruto emerged victorious, it was followed by CoComelon, a children’s Youtube channel featuring nursery rhymes and sing-alongs,...
According to a comprehensive study conducted by data analysts at TheToyZone, Naruto has secured its place as the most sought-after kids’ TV show in a staggering 83 countries, surpassing all other contenders in popularity.
Naruto‘s global dominance extends across continents. It holds the top spot in North America (10 countries including Canada & Mexico), South America (7 countries including Brazil & Argentina), Europe (22 countries including Germany & France), the Middle East and Central Asia, and even Africa (22 countries).
Notably, Naruto’s home country, Japan, also features the show as the most popular children’s program.
TheToyZone attributes Naruto‘s global success to its engaging story, well-developed characters, exciting action sequences, and powerful themes like friendship, perseverance, and selflessness.
While Naruto emerged victorious, it was followed by CoComelon, a children’s Youtube channel featuring nursery rhymes and sing-alongs,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Ami Nazru
- AnimeHunch
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto has only risen in popularity 25 years after its initial release, continually enjoyed by its global fans across different generations. During the time of the series’ release, Kishimoto-san was struggling as a mangaka, but this series changed everything as it established him as one of the greatest mangakas with unparalleled skills in storytelling, equipped with intricately crafted characters.
Naruto Uzumaki
The manga became so popular that in 2002, the manga received its anime adaptation, and it instantly became a fan-favorite series. Even though the anime series came to a conclusion in 2017, it sits comfortably at #13 in Ann’s list of ‘Top 500 Most Popular’ anime in history. Despite the series always being kept in high regard by the fans, they are throwing a fit after a giant Monkey D. Luffy mascot shows up in Paris.
Naruto Fans Displayed a Temper Tantrum After Witnessing Monkey D. Luffy’s Birthday Celebration...
Naruto Uzumaki
The manga became so popular that in 2002, the manga received its anime adaptation, and it instantly became a fan-favorite series. Even though the anime series came to a conclusion in 2017, it sits comfortably at #13 in Ann’s list of ‘Top 500 Most Popular’ anime in history. Despite the series always being kept in high regard by the fans, they are throwing a fit after a giant Monkey D. Luffy mascot shows up in Paris.
Naruto Fans Displayed a Temper Tantrum After Witnessing Monkey D. Luffy’s Birthday Celebration...
- 5/6/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The fourth episode of the Kaiju No. 8 anime marked the debut of Kaiju No. 9 in both monster form and the human form of Takamichi Hotaka. With that comes the announcement of their respective voice cast members. Hiroyuki Yoshino (Present Mic in My Hero Academia ) voices Kaiju No. 9 and Tomokazu Sugita (Gintoki in Gintama ) voices Takamichi Hotaka. You can see their designs below. Related: Kaiju No. 8 Anime Announces Cast for Isao Shinomiya, Tae Nakanoshima Based on the hit manga by Naoya Matsumoto, Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya direct Kaiju No. 8 at studio Production I.G, with series composition by Ichiro Okouchi ( Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury ), character designs by Tetsuya Nishio ( Naruto ) and music by Yuta Bando ( Belle ). Crunchyroll is streaming the series as it airs in Japan and describes the story: In a world plagued by creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka Hibino aspired to enlist in The Defense Force.
- 5/4/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
Anime News Quiz – May 4, 2024 - Main Image
It’s time to level up your otaku cred! Think you've kept up with all the latest releases, upcoming seasons, and anime trivia this week?
Put your anime expertise to the test and see if you can answer these questions faster than Naruto can slurp down his ramen.
That’s all for the anime news quiz this week! How did you do? Let us know your score in the comments below and challenge your fellow anime fans to see who reigns supreme!
It’s time to level up your otaku cred! Think you've kept up with all the latest releases, upcoming seasons, and anime trivia this week?
Put your anime expertise to the test and see if you can answer these questions faster than Naruto can slurp down his ramen.
That’s all for the anime news quiz this week! How did you do? Let us know your score in the comments below and challenge your fellow anime fans to see who reigns supreme!
- 5/3/2024
- EpicStream
Anime and manga fans have always compared Luffy, Ichigo, and Naruto, the protagonists of “The Big Three”: One Piece, Bleach, and Naruto. While these comparisons primarily focus on the strengths and abilities of the characters, there are other aspects that fans need to consider while trying to prove which character is the better protagonist.
Luffy in One Piece (Credits: Toei Animation)
Although the stories of Ichigo and Naruto have ended in their respective series, Luffy still has a few years left. One Piece has just entered the final saga, and it gives Luffy a chance to prove that he is a better protagonist than Ichigo and Naruto. And there is one aspect of the narrative that could help him gain the title.
This aspect involves Luffy writing his own legacy. Unlike Ichigo and Naruto, Luffy does not follow in the footsteps of his father, and that’s what makes him unique.
Luffy in One Piece (Credits: Toei Animation)
Although the stories of Ichigo and Naruto have ended in their respective series, Luffy still has a few years left. One Piece has just entered the final saga, and it gives Luffy a chance to prove that he is a better protagonist than Ichigo and Naruto. And there is one aspect of the narrative that could help him gain the title.
This aspect involves Luffy writing his own legacy. Unlike Ichigo and Naruto, Luffy does not follow in the footsteps of his father, and that’s what makes him unique.
- 5/3/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 9 Hints Return of a Villain That Took Both Naruto and Sasuke to Beat
Masashi Kishimoto has created a fair share of villains in both Naruto and Boruto that can act as formidable foes to the titular characters and all those who stand beside them. An endless list of some of the most carefully crafted antagonists have a gallery of their own in the world of Naruto. Through Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, a lot of complexities come into play.
Naruto is one of the biggest anime works in the shonen genre
While some have been murmuring about the possibility for the series to finally escape the shadow of its predecessor, others can also focus on the fact that it may be bringing elements back to get fans who long since left after the end of Kishimoto’s magnum opus. Villains such as Madara, Obito, and Orochimaru all have their base in Naruto. While the sequel series has its own fair share of characters. However,...
Naruto is one of the biggest anime works in the shonen genre
While some have been murmuring about the possibility for the series to finally escape the shadow of its predecessor, others can also focus on the fact that it may be bringing elements back to get fans who long since left after the end of Kishimoto’s magnum opus. Villains such as Madara, Obito, and Orochimaru all have their base in Naruto. While the sequel series has its own fair share of characters. However,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto and Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece are arguably two of the most popular shonen series of this generation. Both series have dominated the manga sales for their epic runs and have been part of the Big Three, and their anime adaptations have plastered every fan of the series to their screens. The longevity of both series speaks volumes to their popularity as the shows attract different generations of fans year after year.
Naruto Uzumaki
Both series featured hundreds of episodes with similar themes of friendship, the pursuit of one’s dreams, and perseverance, leaving a lasting impact on pop culture. However, Kishimoto-san had to take an alternative route and used Oda-Sensei’s light-hearted theme to his advantage to keep his series popular in the anime and manga community.
Masashi Kishimoto Had a Dark Idea To Rival Oda-Sensei’s One Piece’s Popularity
In the manga and anime community,...
Naruto Uzumaki
Both series featured hundreds of episodes with similar themes of friendship, the pursuit of one’s dreams, and perseverance, leaving a lasting impact on pop culture. However, Kishimoto-san had to take an alternative route and used Oda-Sensei’s light-hearted theme to his advantage to keep his series popular in the anime and manga community.
Masashi Kishimoto Had a Dark Idea To Rival Oda-Sensei’s One Piece’s Popularity
In the manga and anime community,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Ahead of its fourth episode broadcast this weekend, the official website and accounts for the Kaiju No. 8 anime today announced the casting of Tessho Genda (Kurt in Saga of Tanya the Evil ) as Isao Shinomiya, the Director General of the Defense Force and Kikoru's father, and Mutsumi Tamura (Kobayashi in Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid ) as Third Division Platoon Leader Tae Nakanoshima. Isao Shinomiya / Tessho Genda Tae Nakanoshima / Mutsumi Tamura Related: Recap: Kaiju No. 8 Episode 3, “Revenge Match” Based on the hit manga by Naoya Matsumoto, Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya direct Kaiju No. 8 at studio Production I.G, with series composition by Ichiro Okouchi ( Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury ), character designs by Tetsuya Nishio ( Naruto ) and music by Yuta Bando ( Belle ). Crunchyroll is streaming the series as it airs in Japan and describes the story: In a world plagued by creatures known as Kaiju, Kafka...
- 5/2/2024
- by Liam Dempsey
- Crunchyroll
There are always two stereotypes followed in shonen mangas and animes, those that Masashi Kishimoto understood very clearly when he began working on Naruto. He had always taken great care when creating characters, making sure not to go too far with one or too little with another. This gave Kishimoto the opportunity to better explore his characters and make them more relatable.
Naruto painting the Hokage faces (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
This allowed him to give individuality to his creations in a way that made them stand out and blend with the crowd at the same time. He made crucial decisions about why one character had to be too smart while another was not even a little. In turn, he made a conscious decision to turn Naruto into a character whose vocabulary wasn’t as vast and whose mind wasn’t as sharp.
Masashi Kishimoto Made Naruto a Dimwit
Masashi Kishimoto,...
Naruto painting the Hokage faces (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
This allowed him to give individuality to his creations in a way that made them stand out and blend with the crowd at the same time. He made crucial decisions about why one character had to be too smart while another was not even a little. In turn, he made a conscious decision to turn Naruto into a character whose vocabulary wasn’t as vast and whose mind wasn’t as sharp.
Masashi Kishimoto Made Naruto a Dimwit
Masashi Kishimoto,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Yoshihiro Togashi is often considered to be one of the most influential manga artists of all time. The mangaka is renowned for his popular works in the shonen genre of manga and anime, especially for his works like Hunter x Hunter and Yu Yu Hakusho. Throughout his works, he will hook the audience with his unique storytelling methods, plot, characters, and imaginative world. As a result, Togashi-san has a dedicated fan following around the world.
Yusuke Urameshi, the protagonist of Yu Yu Hakusho
However, in order to make the characters and plot more relatable, the world must be different, adding the possibility that anything can in the fictional world. While the HxH creator captivates his viewers majorly because of his characters and fascinating world creation, he has quite a surprising opinion when it comes to developing an imaginative world.
Yoshihiro Togashi Has An Interesting Opinion For The World-Building in Manga...
Yusuke Urameshi, the protagonist of Yu Yu Hakusho
However, in order to make the characters and plot more relatable, the world must be different, adding the possibility that anything can in the fictional world. While the HxH creator captivates his viewers majorly because of his characters and fascinating world creation, he has quite a surprising opinion when it comes to developing an imaginative world.
Yoshihiro Togashi Has An Interesting Opinion For The World-Building in Manga...
- 5/1/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
A few years ago, Masashi Kishimoto and Yoshihiro Togashi sat down together for an interview, where they also answered some fan questions about their creative process and other aspects of Naruto and Hunter x Hunter. One fan question during the discussion prompted Togashi to compare Kishimoto to Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli.
Naruto and Sasuke in a still from Naruto
Miyazaki is one of the legends in the anime industry and is known primarily for his works like Spirited Away, The Boy and the Heron, Princess Mononoke, Howl’s Moving Castle, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, and many more. The creator has won two Academy Awards in the Best Animated Feature category for Spirited Away and The Boy and the Heron.
During the interview, Kishimoto and Togashi were discussing their drawing skills when they were kids, and that’s when Togashi compared Kishimoto’s skills with Studio Ghibli’s director.
Naruto and Sasuke in a still from Naruto
Miyazaki is one of the legends in the anime industry and is known primarily for his works like Spirited Away, The Boy and the Heron, Princess Mononoke, Howl’s Moving Castle, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, and many more. The creator has won two Academy Awards in the Best Animated Feature category for Spirited Away and The Boy and the Heron.
During the interview, Kishimoto and Togashi were discussing their drawing skills when they were kids, and that’s when Togashi compared Kishimoto’s skills with Studio Ghibli’s director.
- 5/1/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Masashi Kishimoto is one of the most important figures to lead the manga and anime industry in the direction of worldwide popularity. His magnum opus is among the most extraordinary pieces of fiction ever made. Naruto had a massive influence on millions of fans and continues to inspire people through Naruto Uzumaki’s ‘never giving up’ mentality.
Everything that the mangaka did had an unusual reason for it. Fans often ask why the mangaka made Naruto Uzumaki a knucklehead, even though he was a genius. One of the recent interviews of Masashi Kishimoto revealed the reason behind it. The creator gave each character a unique set of characteristics, and in the protagonist’s case, it was the ‘knucklehead’ characteristics.
Naruto Uzumaki’s Personality Was Based On Knuckle-headedness Naruto Uzumaki after the Fourth Great Ninja War (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
Masashi Kishimoto carefully created each character to fulfill every requirement for his magnum opus.
Everything that the mangaka did had an unusual reason for it. Fans often ask why the mangaka made Naruto Uzumaki a knucklehead, even though he was a genius. One of the recent interviews of Masashi Kishimoto revealed the reason behind it. The creator gave each character a unique set of characteristics, and in the protagonist’s case, it was the ‘knucklehead’ characteristics.
Naruto Uzumaki’s Personality Was Based On Knuckle-headedness Naruto Uzumaki after the Fourth Great Ninja War (Credit: Studio Pierrot)
Masashi Kishimoto carefully created each character to fulfill every requirement for his magnum opus.
- 4/30/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Naruto by Masashi Kishimoto, One Piece by Eiichiro Oda, and Bleach by Tite Kubo are the well-deserving Big Three of the anime and manga world. These three series form the foundation of Weekly Shonen Jump, and they have proven their worth with a strong fan base that has followed them for years.
Naruto in Naruto Shippuden
Although all three of them have their own respective qualities that define them and their popularity, fans have always debated which anime or manga among the three is considered to be the best. They have compared storylines, characters, attacks, animations, sales, fanbase, and much more, but everyone has their own opinions.
However, there is one aspect where Kishimoto’s Naruto has been better than One Piece and Bleach. The trait is overly sexualizing female characters. A post on X(Formerly Twitter) pointed out that both Oda and Kubo have been accused of being sexist...
Naruto in Naruto Shippuden
Although all three of them have their own respective qualities that define them and their popularity, fans have always debated which anime or manga among the three is considered to be the best. They have compared storylines, characters, attacks, animations, sales, fanbase, and much more, but everyone has their own opinions.
However, there is one aspect where Kishimoto’s Naruto has been better than One Piece and Bleach. The trait is overly sexualizing female characters. A post on X(Formerly Twitter) pointed out that both Oda and Kubo have been accused of being sexist...
- 4/30/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Noragami is an anime filled with the supernatural, gods, goddesses and magic. So I just had to regale (bad pun intended) you about it, of course! There’s tons to explore in Noragami , much of it related to Shintoism, Buddhism and the myths of ages past. So let’s dive right into some of the fabulous gods, goddesses and myths your favorite characters from Noragami are based on. Needless to say, spoilers ahead! Yato So, who is Yato based off of, anyway? Well, our favorite god in Noragami may be inspired by the Magatsuhi no Kami. The Magatsuhi no Kami — the Gods of Disaster — are either a collection of gods or one god, depending on the tale. In Japanese, Magatsuhi no Kami is spelled almost exactly the same way as Yato’s title: The God of Calamity. These gods came into being when the god Izanagi no Mikoto purified himself after his trip to Yomi.
- 4/29/2024
- by Kathleen Townsend
- Crunchyroll
Manga has been a great source of amusement for audiences of every age group. As manga readers, the joy and excitement we experience after reading a chapter is amazing. However, manga authors go through many struggles to produce chapters weekly, making it one of the most challenging professions.
Mangaka Masashi Kishimoto. | Credit: Screengrab from Star Session’s interview on YouTube.
Even after going through all that toil and creating mesmerizing art and details over days, fans often glance at it and move on within a few seconds. Only a handful take the time to notice the intricate details meticulously crafted by the author, which are often overlooked in weekly publications. This is Masashi Kishimoto’s belief, as he explained in an interview in 2016 when asked about weekly manga publications.
Most readers ignore small details, according to Masashi Kishimoto
Being a manga artist is extremely tiring, as you have to sacrifice many things,...
Mangaka Masashi Kishimoto. | Credit: Screengrab from Star Session’s interview on YouTube.
Even after going through all that toil and creating mesmerizing art and details over days, fans often glance at it and move on within a few seconds. Only a handful take the time to notice the intricate details meticulously crafted by the author, which are often overlooked in weekly publications. This is Masashi Kishimoto’s belief, as he explained in an interview in 2016 when asked about weekly manga publications.
Most readers ignore small details, according to Masashi Kishimoto
Being a manga artist is extremely tiring, as you have to sacrifice many things,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
The mythical world of Naruto, which features supernatural elements such as Ninjas and Jutsus, may appear to be the most intriguing aspect of Masashi Kishimoto’s work, yet it was not the primary focus. Kishimoto once stated that the trouble with a fantasy universe is that fans can’t draw parallels between imagination and reality.
A still from Naruto: Shippuden
He was well aware of the issue, which is why he included some real-world elements in Naruto to make it more relatable to the viewers. This makes the moralistic aspect of the story easier for readers and viewers to understand. Although this may have become common now, when Naruto started, this was quite a big deal.
In an interview, Kishimoto revealed the minute details that he included which helped the series form a connection with the real world and make it more easy to understand for viewers.
Masashi Kishimoto Draws...
A still from Naruto: Shippuden
He was well aware of the issue, which is why he included some real-world elements in Naruto to make it more relatable to the viewers. This makes the moralistic aspect of the story easier for readers and viewers to understand. Although this may have become common now, when Naruto started, this was quite a big deal.
In an interview, Kishimoto revealed the minute details that he included which helped the series form a connection with the real world and make it more easy to understand for viewers.
Masashi Kishimoto Draws...
- 4/29/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Reece Young is an emerging artist with a love of anime that he wears on his sleeve. If you follow his social media accounts, you’ll notice something anime related either on him or in the background of most of his posts. Which is why it makes so much sense for his new single, “Am I Wrong” to be featured here on Crunchyroll! But does anime work its way into his music in other ways? Read our conversation with him below and keep that new single spinning! What is your anime origin story? Reece : It’s actually been a pretty recent addition in my life. But I hit a certain age and had a, I don’t know, I guess a mindset shift and now I’m all about it. It was probably right before and definitely during our long lockdown, I tossed on Naruto . Now I have four...
- 4/29/2024
- by Alex Lebl
- Crunchyroll
In their quest to create a unique character, mangakas often build an overpowered or ‘stronger than the rest’ protagonist, who has plot armor from the get-go. Whether it is Dragon Ball or One Piece, the heroes are always a class apart. So, how come Naruto turned out to be such a goofy loser?
For Masashi Kishimoto, off-screen character development is not a viable option, which is why he built Naruto from scratch. For a major part of the anime, the protagonist is seen losing, suffering, training, and getting defeated until he learns from all his mistakes.
Consequently, watching Naruto’s journey helped readers and watchers develop a close bond with him.
How is Naruto ‘Different’?
Masashi Kishimoto took inspiration from himself while creating Naruto. He was a poor student, who gave up very easily. He created Naruto to resemble what he always wanted to be: resilient. In an interview published...
For Masashi Kishimoto, off-screen character development is not a viable option, which is why he built Naruto from scratch. For a major part of the anime, the protagonist is seen losing, suffering, training, and getting defeated until he learns from all his mistakes.
Consequently, watching Naruto’s journey helped readers and watchers develop a close bond with him.
How is Naruto ‘Different’?
Masashi Kishimoto took inspiration from himself while creating Naruto. He was a poor student, who gave up very easily. He created Naruto to resemble what he always wanted to be: resilient. In an interview published...
- 4/28/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
If Orochimaru’s 180-degree turn in Naruto Shippuden was surprising to you, you still have a lot more to process. From being a slimy snake bent on destroying Konoha to losing his toxic ambition and helping Sasuke, the Sannin has come a long way.
Once again. Masashi Kishimoto has created a complex character who goes beyond his role as a villain to add meaning to the series as a whole. Orochimaru settles down in Boruto and even takes care of Mitsuki, his partial clone who studies with Boruto.
However, just like any other child, Mitsuki also becomes curious about his guardian. Orochimaru’s parenting moment reveals a lot about him.
Orochimaru’s History in Naruto
Before we get into the whole discussion of gender fluidity, first fans need to understand Orochimaru’s history, and how he developed his opinion. Orochimaru developed the Living Corpse Reincarnation technique that allowed him to...
Once again. Masashi Kishimoto has created a complex character who goes beyond his role as a villain to add meaning to the series as a whole. Orochimaru settles down in Boruto and even takes care of Mitsuki, his partial clone who studies with Boruto.
However, just like any other child, Mitsuki also becomes curious about his guardian. Orochimaru’s parenting moment reveals a lot about him.
Orochimaru’s History in Naruto
Before we get into the whole discussion of gender fluidity, first fans need to understand Orochimaru’s history, and how he developed his opinion. Orochimaru developed the Living Corpse Reincarnation technique that allowed him to...
- 4/28/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Naruto is one of the most legendary anime-manga series, featuring a wide variety of characters and numerous villages. It is packed with action, plot twists, suspense, and soul-shattering deaths. Masashi Kishimoto has penned multiple arcs, with one of the most legendary arcs being the Chunin Exam arc, which significantly altered the flow of the story.
Mangaka Masashi Kishimoto. | Credit: Screengrab from Star Session’s interview on YouTube.
Despite being one of the strongest and most fan-favorite arcs, we might never have seen it if Masashi Kishimoto’s editors hadn’t forced him to draw it. The author revealed that he was not into the idea of drawing any tournament arcs because it would “kill” him; however, he had to give in to his editor’s persuasion, as they clearly stated to him that he had to do it even if it killed him, resulting in one of the greatest arcs ever.
Mangaka Masashi Kishimoto. | Credit: Screengrab from Star Session’s interview on YouTube.
Despite being one of the strongest and most fan-favorite arcs, we might never have seen it if Masashi Kishimoto’s editors hadn’t forced him to draw it. The author revealed that he was not into the idea of drawing any tournament arcs because it would “kill” him; however, he had to give in to his editor’s persuasion, as they clearly stated to him that he had to do it even if it killed him, resulting in one of the greatest arcs ever.
- 4/27/2024
- by Jiyad Shaikh
- FandomWire
TV Asahi is one of Japan’s best-known television channels, and anime fans will know it as well for its contribution to the anime market, which includes Crayon Shin-chan, Doraemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Blue Lock, Boys Over Flowers, Slam Dunk, Sailor Moon and numerous Gundam titles. But, recently, TV Asahi has decided to make a slightly different contribution to the world of anime by revealing a list of the 20 best anime songs of all time in a special program, but with a twist.
Namely, these songs were selected and ranked only by foreign, non-Japanese fans from around the world. The list includes songs from different time periods, which is why it is a very diverse list, and that is always a good thing. Sadly, we don’t have the special for you as it is not available for streaming, but we do have the list, so enjoy some of the best anime songs ever!
Namely, these songs were selected and ranked only by foreign, non-Japanese fans from around the world. The list includes songs from different time periods, which is why it is a very diverse list, and that is always a good thing. Sadly, we don’t have the special for you as it is not available for streaming, but we do have the list, so enjoy some of the best anime songs ever!
- 4/27/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
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