“I did not have the courage to declare that”: Naruto’s Sad Childhood Will Hit You Even Harder After Knowing it Was Based on Masashi Kishimoto Himself

Naruto is not just about epic battles and talk-no-jutsu. It is also the tale of an outcast who slowly gained friends and family. Masashi Kishimoto has beautifully illustrated Naruto’s difficult life to show readers his struggles.
From being an orphan and an outcast to losing his mentor and many close ones, Naruto has faced loss after loss. He was shaped by his hardwork and determination and still never chose the path of vengeance.
Naruto in Naruto Anime | Studio Pierrot
In an interview, Masashi Kishimoto explained how Naruto was inspired by his own life.
The Parallels Between Masashi Kishimoto and Naruto
Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga in Boruto | Studio Pierrot
During the publication of the final chapters of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto sat down to talk about the similarities between him and his protagonist. Kishimoto especially draws parallels between Naruto’s childhood with his own experiences.
I was unable to do...
From being an orphan and an outcast to losing his mentor and many close ones, Naruto has faced loss after loss. He was shaped by his hardwork and determination and still never chose the path of vengeance.
Naruto in Naruto Anime | Studio Pierrot
In an interview, Masashi Kishimoto explained how Naruto was inspired by his own life.
The Parallels Between Masashi Kishimoto and Naruto
Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyuga in Boruto | Studio Pierrot
During the publication of the final chapters of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto sat down to talk about the similarities between him and his protagonist. Kishimoto especially draws parallels between Naruto’s childhood with his own experiences.
I was unable to do...
- 5/31/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
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