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Naruto, Vol. 1: Uzumaki Naruto [Paperback]

Masashi Kishimoto
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (107 customer reviews)

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Book Description

August 6, 2003 5 and up
Naruto is a ninja-in-training with a need for attention, a knack for mischief and, sealed within him, a strange, formidable power.

R to L (Japanese Style).

Naruto is a ninja-in-training with a need for attention, a knack for mischief and, sealed within him, a strange, formidable power. His antics amuse his instructor Kakashi and irritate his teammates, intense Sasuke and witty Sakura, but Naruto is serious about becoming the greatest ninja in the village of Konohagakure! Believe it!


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"'With a richly detailed background, complex, sympathetic characters, superb action and a main character who somehow balances tragedy with comedy, this is a series that delivers in every way. So strap on your leaf headband and join the oddest ninja in town. You won't regret it. 4/5' NEO magazine"

About the Author

Author/artist Masashi Kishimoto was born in 1974 in rural Okayama Prefecture, Japan. After spending time in art college, he won the Hop Step Award for new manga artists with his manga Karakuri ("Mechanism"). Kishimoto decided to base his next story on traditional Japanese culture. His first version of Naruto, drawn in 1997, was a one-shot story about fox spirits; his final version, which debuted in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1999, quickly became the most popular ninja manga in Japan.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 5 and up
  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: VIZ Media LLC (August 6, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1569319006
  • ISBN-13: 978-1569319000
  • Product Dimensions: 5 x 0.8 x 7.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (107 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #58,556 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Author/artist Masashi Kishimoto was born in 1974 in rural Okayama Prefecture, Japan. After spending time in art college, he won the Hop Step Award for new manga artists with his manga Karakuri ("Mechanism"). Kishimoto decided to base his next story on traditional Japanese culture. His first version of Naruto, drawn in 1997, was a one-shot story about fox spirits; his final version, which debuted in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1999, quickly became the most popular ninja manga in Japan.

Customer Reviews

The jokes are great, the art is crisp and clear, and the characters are fun and unique. Angelica Brenner  |  12 reviewers made a similar statement
I recommend getting this book and the others that follow for well rounded action and good characters. Helena Rasmussen  |  11 reviewers made a similar statement
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39 of 40 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars gripping... February 13, 2005
Format:Paperback
naruto, you could say at first glance seems like a tyical shounen manga... a loud-noisy-misbehaving-and-mischievious protagonist, lots of action, fast-paced plot and humor abound. what makes it atypical is that beneath the brash exterior is the hidden soft center. face it, naruto is a bleeding heart in disguise.

naruto is an orphan with a mysterious past who is known as the #1 troublemaker in the shinobi (ninja) village of hidden leaf. the story starts of with him in the midst of a prank, much to the anoyance of the villagers. what we don't know (yet) is why he finds it absolutely imperative to do so... resulting in his behavior. mysteriously, nearly all the adults of hidden leaf is cold and antagonistic towards him, which inadvertently results in his seclusion even amongst kids his age. it doesn't help that naruto isn't exactly the average high achiever at ninja academy, in fact, he has always been the last in his class. studies isn't exactly one of his finer points. the story moves on quickly; his third attempt at graduation exam leads him from one problem to another, all without losing a beat. amidst all the madness and general shunning of the village population, only naruto's homeroom teacher seems to understand what goes on in naruto's head. ironically, this doesn't stop naruto from making trouble for iruka-sensei...

i really do like the artwork in naruto, even if may seems to be unaccustomed to it. after seeing many mangas with generally sparse art, i find the illustrations of this manga to be detailed and lively. the village in the background seems to come alive with daily activities and the combination of modern infrastructure and mystical ninja arts makes an interesting combination.
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53 of 62 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Naruto is one foxy dude! November 7, 2003
Format:Paperback
"Naruto," while not an all-time favorite, is a great, funny manga series that everyone should give a read. It is a wacky Ninja tale, complete with magic nine-tailed foxes and secret ninja techniques. Anyone looking for even a grain of historical accuracy should look elsewhere, as "Naruto" is just about the hijinks. Definitely nothing subtle here, just "pie-in-the-face" style of humor and laughs.

This first volume, "The Tests of the Ninja," lays the groundwork, including Naruto's origin and the cast of supporting characters. While stereotypes abound, each is interesting enough and offers some unique drama.

The art is nice, although not groundbreaking, and suits the funky story. Viz's decision to run the book in the correct way, right to left, is really appreciated as the artwork can be original an un-flipped as it is in most English-translated manga series.

One note: as someone who has read both the Japanese version and the English, the translation is excellent. No worries there.

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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Enthusiastically written and drawn October 10, 2003
Format:Paperback
Volume 1 of Naruto by Masashi Kishimoto begins the action-packed manga (Japanese comic) saga of a twelve-year-old boy undergoing the tests of the ninja in his home village. He is a showoff, a klutz, and an unpopular young man, yet hidden within him is a terrible power - a nine-tailed fox demon that once claimed the life of the village's greatest champion. Enthusiastically written and drawn, Naruto doesn't disappoint in terms of action yet offers a strong dose of comedy and whimsy lest it take itself too seriously. A highly enjoyable, thoroughly entertaining read, Naruto is especially commended to the attention of manga and Japanese anime enthusiasts.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A real page turner August 29, 2006
Format:Paperback
I'm actually in my mid-twenties and I can't put this book down. At first when I saw it on Cartoon Network I thought "this is stupid, a mischevous Bart Simpson clone who stars in his own anime." But seeing how popular it had become I decided to buy the first DVD boxed set with money that was burning a hole in my pocket. After that I was hooked! I had to start buying all of the manga because I can't stand waiting to find out what happens next. Even though I'm definently not an Otaku, and reading right-to-left gives me a headache; it never slowed me down even a little bit. I read all 11 books in less than a week and I even bought the Shonen Jump magazine to see one of the conclusions.

The character development is great, there isn't a single one that I think they should do without. Naruto has a lot of heart and it is a pretty inspirational story. I'd be lying if I said I didn't even get choked up at some parts. It's also very unpredicable, the protagonists don't always win, the antagonists aren't always as tough as they seem. One thing is for sure, it's full of suprises. It is almost like it's own little world that forms itself in real-time. I think many non-anime fans may even like it too.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent - Surprising on many levels! November 29, 2003
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Format:Paperback
I normally don't read shonen (boys) manga, because it just isn't my thing. BUT...after a friend loaned me this first volume, I couldn't get enough! There's a lot of character development and back story packed into this manga. The students grow and change, becoming more mature as the volumes progress.

There's a good mix of action scenes and plot movement, so I think it's safe to say that there's something for just about everyone in the Naruto manga (it even has a lot of female fans!). The battles are interesting in that your favorite character (or the one who seems most likely to win) may not win. The use of extreme force is often balanced by the fact that it's a severe drain on the user. The characters need to think quickly and choose which fighting form is appropriate to the given situation, rather than just rush in haphazardly.

But all that is, in my mind, secondary to the interesting characters present in the manga. Many of them have elaborate backstories which serve to bring this story to life.

The only downside is that one of the main females is rather...well...useless. But I have a feeling that will change as she learns and grows from the trials presented her.

I can't recommend this manga highly enough!

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5.0 out of 5 stars naruto is awesome
It was very great for me now i know about the leaf village and sauske and sakura amd naruto amd kakashi
Published 28 days ago by alberto
5.0 out of 5 stars Solid
I wanted to rate this product because i love the series and the copy i obtained was in steller condition
There was nothing to dislike about the product
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5.0 out of 5 stars naruto volume 1
it was in very good condition, no dents not even one rip in any of the pages thank you very much
Published 5 months ago by Rainee
5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite book of all time
What can I say i have been reading this series and been hooked ever since try it out you will probably fall in love just like me
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another tragic orphan, who clowns around :)
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5.0 out of 5 stars My New Favorite Show and Manga
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brings tears to my eyes ...
It has already been 13 years since the release of this first volume of Naruto.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Some-What Flawed Beginning
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Naruto is an Undergrad Ninja Who, well... isn't a very good ninja. After He Fails the Final Exam for the Third Time and, Without Giving Too Much Away, a Teacher Tricks... Read more
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IS THIS BOOK APPROPRIATE FOR AN 8 YEAR OLD
For the most part, yes, I think Naruto should be fine. There is some violence, some blood, and a little pervertedness, depending on which volumes you have, but not much. With comic books, I would recommend just flipping through, since you can usually see if there's anything offensive. Eight years... Read more
Dec 7, 2008 by Pok |  See all 6 posts
ARE THE NARUTO BOOKS GOOD FOR AN 8 YEAR OLD
no i would wait until hes is around 13 or so. the anime (cartoon) is ok because its been edited for kids but the manga is still aimed at people older than 13. so i would wait until he is at least a teen. actually most manga is that way. just check the rating on the back of the book.
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HEELLLLLO it's Naruto tiwp Be the first to reply
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