To commemorate the 25th anniversary of Naruto, Shueisha has released a special promotional video (PV) highlighting the characters and key moments that shaped Naruto Uzumaki’s life throughout the series.
The video revisits pivotal moments from the beginning of the manga to its conclusion, shedding light on Naruto’s struggles and also his triumphs. Check out the video below.
In addition to the video, Shueisha has launched a celebratory gift campaign for Naruto fans. Information about the campaign and instructions to participate can be found by clicking this link.
Fans can also share their favorite memories surrounding Naruto on social media platforms using the hashtag #NARUTO25TH. These posts stand a chance to be displayed in the ‘Message to Naruto’ section on the special website of manga’s 25th anniversary.
The Naruto manga, created by Masashi Kishimoto, began serializing in Weekly Shonen Jump on Sep 21, 1999. Spanning 72 volumes, the series concluded in November 2014.
Naruto quickly became a worldwide phenomenon, with its manga surpassing 250 million copies in circulation across 47 countries.
It has since spawned a global franchise that includes an anime adaptation, films, games, and merchandise, solidifying its status as one of the most influential series in anime and manga history.
Naruto‘s anime also recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. A new anime comprising of 6 episodes was announced as part of the 20th anniversary. While the initial release was delayed, it is expected to release this fiscal year.