This article contains spoilers for the Naruto series.
Masashi Kishimoto naruto The series is truly amazing when it comes to character writing, and fans have seen that be the case for several characters over the years. Kishimoto is a brilliant writer with compelling characters, and some of his most amazing writing came whenever he touched Uchihas. naruto series.
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Among the powerful Uchihas, Itachi is one of the characters that fans have always loved incredibly and fiercely. Initially seen as a villain, Itachi's true noble goals are eventually revealed to fans, and that's what makes everyone love him even more. Itachi was really great, but the most unfortunate thing about his character was the fact that he didn't survive very long. Itachi exits the plot pretty early.Fans felt dissatisfied with this. now Itachi is coming backIf you believe Kishimoto himself.
Masashi Kishimoto wants to bring Itachi Uchiha back in a new side story
Since Naruto ended, Masashi Kishimoto has been working on some pretty interesting projects. He wrote a mini-series called Naruto Gaiden shortly after the Naruto series and continues to direct Boruto to this day. However, the most interesting project Kishimoto has undertaken occurred as recently as 2023. Minato one-shot after Naruto global popularity vote.
Each of us lives dependent on and tied to our individual knowledge and awareness. All of that is what we call “reality.” However, both knowledge and perception are ambiguous. One person's reality may be another person's fantasy. We all live in our own illusions. — Itachi Uchiha
Last year, Kishimoto was asked to write more one-shots, and it seems like he wants to write more one-shots about Itachi Uchiha. Given that Itachi is most fans' favorite character in the series, it would be absolutely wonderful for the franchise for Kishimoto to bring him back.
It should be noted that when Kishimoto made this statement, he had not yet decided what exactly he wanted to do with the character of Itachi in the future. But he was definitely already thinking about it, Fans will eventually be able to see the return of this legendary Uchiha in a new one-shot.
Kishimoto said of Itachi's return:
Yes, I want to do other things, but I'm trying to take the time to think about them. In fact, it was based on character rankings created by readers. Minato was the first. The second is Itachi… I say this only half-jokingly, but you never know. — Masashi Kishimoto
Kishimoto will eventually draw a new story
Itachi Uchiha aside, Kishimoto still wants to talk more. He has already expressed his desire to continue writing comics, either through a sequel or prequel series to Naruto, or writing an entirely new comic.
His plan was to draw another long-running manga, but it failed with Samurai 8. Since then, Kishimoto has spent a lot of time with his family. He has previously mentioned that he would like to return to drawing comics, but did not give fans a specific date.
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At this moment, all fans Kishimoto returns to the Naruto franchise. In a way that has nothing to do with the Boruto series, which most fans consider a failure. The Naruto franchise still has a lot of potential. Especially considering the gap period between the end of Naruto and the beginning of Boruto.
Itachi Uchiha's story will breathe new life into the Naruto franchise
For now, that seems likely. Kishimoto plans to do one-shots for some characters like Itachi Uchiha, Sakura Haruno, Naruto Uzumaki, and even Sasuke Uchiha.
Looks and preconceptions won't tell you anything. You think I am very patient and you underestimate me. Clan…Clan…you keep mumbling, mistaking the size of that ship and underestimating mine. That's why you are here now. — Itachi Uchiha, Naruto
If Kishimoto delivers on his promise, it's possible that these characters will be fleshed out again in more detail than before. Now that I think about it, nothing has been confirmed again. He will write one-shots for every character that ranks in the top 10 of the popularity polls.
At least, Itachi's side story will likely take place at some point in the future.. This will breathe new life into the Naruto franchise, which has been pushed aside by the Boruto series. Most fans acknowledge that Naruto desperately needs a reset, and an Itachi one-shot could pave the way for just that.
Boruto: Two Blue Vortex is a sequel to the original Boruto series written by Mikio Ikemoto and directed by Masashi Kishimoto. The series follows the journey of Boruto Uzumaki, three years after the events of Omnipotence in the story. Boruto must now deal with his older brother Kawaki and try to save the world from the dangers it faces. Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 29 is scheduled for an official release on December 18, 2025. The chapter's release time is 10 AM EST/3 PM UTC. As always, fans can officially read the chapters for free on the Manga Plus and Shonen Jump apps.
