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Kishimoto Revives Naruto After Decade
13 Nov
Summary
- Masashi Kishimoto returns for a new Naruto arc.
- The story covers the 'Blank Period' between wars.
- Naruto and Sasuke will have their third final fight.

Masashi Kishimoto, the creator of the iconic Naruto manga, is officially returning to write a brand-new arc for the series. This new storyline is set to explore the previously uncovered 'Blank Period,' which spans the decade between the end of the Fourth Shinobi World War and the beginning of the Boruto era. The arc will focus on the growth of beloved characters like Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Sakura Haruno, and Kakashi Hatake.
Fans can eagerly await the third and final confrontation between Naruto and Sasuke, a battle expected to showcase them at the peak of their powers. This new manga project was teased at New York Comic Con 2020 on Naruto Uzumaki's birthday. More extensive details, including the official premise and release date, are anticipated to be revealed at Jump Festa 2027 on December 19 and December 20, 2026. The Naruto franchise is experiencing a significant revival, with this new arc promising to bring the series to new heights of popularity. All chapters of the original Naruto series are currently available for fans to read via Manga Plus and Viz Media.