I'll be typing up Sasuke's profile, Sakura's profile, an interview with Yuri, an interview with Kate, and an interview with Kishimoto. If there's anything else you want to know, relating to other characters, then PM me.
[Omg, it has this adorable chibi picture of Team 7. ;_; It even came with a poster! >_o]
Chibi Team 7
Poster
Picture From Episode Summary
Design Illustrations
Quote:
(p.26-27)
Sasuke Uchiha
The blood of the legendary Uchiha clan runs through his veins!
In addition to having abilities and in ninjutsu and taijutsu that are head and shoulders above the other students', he also uses the Sharingan. His awesome talent is known and recognized throughout the Hidden Leaf Village.. and beyond.
Profile
Rank: Genin
Ninja Registration Number: 012606
Height: 150.8 cm (4'11")
Weight: 42.2 kg (93 lbs.)
Birthday: July 23 (12 years old, Leo)
Blood Type: AB
Personality: Cool, acts tough
[Above a picture of Sasuke aiming to kick Kakashi during the bell exam.] I'm not like everyone else!
Sasuke's abilities have surpassed the genin level!
Sasuke displays extraordinary talent during the survival exercise! Even Kakashi is amazed at Sasuke's intense, successive taijutsu attack!
[On top of a picture of Sasuke crushing a rock in his hand.] You're a long way from home.. and you're out of your league.
There are no cracks in his cool facade!
When outsiders start picking on kids from the Hidden Leaf Village, Sasuke gets angry and comes to their defense. He seems cold on the surface, but inside him, there's a fierce loyalty to the Village Hidden in the Leaves!
(p.28-29)
Sasuke's Uchiha blood awakens the power sleeping inside him!
In the midst of battle, the Sharingan suddenly appears! With the awakening of his Kekkei Genkai (bloodline trait) power; which combines the abilities of insight vision, hypnosis vision, and jutsu duplication, Sasuke finally inherits the true power of the Uchiha!
I am an avenger..
The Uchiha clan was destroyed, with Sasuke and his older brother Itachi the only survivors. Sasuke's fervent ambition to kill his brother and revive the clan indicates that Itachi was intimately involved with the destruction of their family.
[On top of a picture of Curse Seal Sasuke, and a picture of Itachi's eyes.] To follow my path, I must have power.. at any price.
Even if it means being consumed by evil!
Ninja Relationships Sasuke Edition
Sasuke used to show no interest in friendship or love, but since joining the same squad as Naruto and Sakura, he has gradually begin to care for his teammates.
Sasuke -> Naruto, Knuckle-head
Sasuke -> Kakashi, Jonin Leader
Sasuke -> Iruka, Academy Leader
Sasuke -> Sakura, ?
Sasuke Uchiha
The blood of the legendary Uchiha clan runs through his veins!
In addition to having abilities and in ninjutsu and taijutsu that are head and shoulders above the other students', he also uses the Sharingan. His awesome talent is known and recognized throughout the Hidden Leaf Village.. and beyond.
Profile
Rank: Genin
Ninja Registration Number: 012606
Height: 150.8 cm (4'11")
Weight: 42.2 kg (93 lbs.)
Birthday: July 23 (12 years old, Leo)
Blood Type: AB
Personality: Cool, acts tough
[Above a picture of Sasuke aiming to kick Kakashi during the bell exam.] I'm not like everyone else!
Sasuke's abilities have surpassed the genin level!
Sasuke displays extraordinary talent during the survival exercise! Even Kakashi is amazed at Sasuke's intense, successive taijutsu attack!
[On top of a picture of Sasuke crushing a rock in his hand.] You're a long way from home.. and you're out of your league.
There are no cracks in his cool facade!
When outsiders start picking on kids from the Hidden Leaf Village, Sasuke gets angry and comes to their defense. He seems cold on the surface, but inside him, there's a fierce loyalty to the Village Hidden in the Leaves!
(p.28-29)
Sasuke's Uchiha blood awakens the power sleeping inside him!
In the midst of battle, the Sharingan suddenly appears! With the awakening of his Kekkei Genkai (bloodline trait) power; which combines the abilities of insight vision, hypnosis vision, and jutsu duplication, Sasuke finally inherits the true power of the Uchiha!
I am an avenger..
The Uchiha clan was destroyed, with Sasuke and his older brother Itachi the only survivors. Sasuke's fervent ambition to kill his brother and revive the clan indicates that Itachi was intimately involved with the destruction of their family.
[On top of a picture of Curse Seal Sasuke, and a picture of Itachi's eyes.] To follow my path, I must have power.. at any price.
Even if it means being consumed by evil!
Ninja Relationships Sasuke Edition
Sasuke used to show no interest in friendship or love, but since joining the same squad as Naruto and Sakura, he has gradually begin to care for his teammates.
Sasuke -> Naruto, Knuckle-head
Sasuke -> Kakashi, Jonin Leader
Sasuke -> Iruka, Academy Leader
Sasuke -> Sakura, ?
Quote:
(p.30-31)
Sakura Haruno
A pure-minded, pretty kunoichi (female ninja) who keeps her true feelings inside!
She makes up for her lack of physical strength with her superior intellect! Also, her talents in genjutsu are slowly beginning to blossom.
Profile
Rank: Genin
Ninja Registration Number: 012601
Height: 148.5 cm (4'10")
Weight: 35.4 (78 lbs.)
Birthday: March 28 (12 years old, Aries)
Blood Type: O
Personality: Top student, selfish
[Atop a picture of Sakura squealing about Sasuke.] Don't be so shy, you bad boy!
Oh, Sasuke! [Insert heart here.]
True love conquers all!
When Sakura is assigned to the same squad as Sasuke, she jumps one step ahead of Ino, her rival for his affection! Hoping to immediately start taking advantage of this opportunity, she decides to make the first move and approaches Sasuke with her most alluring smile!
Love versus ninja training.. the trecherous conflict that troubles Sakura along her ninja way!
[On a picture of Sakura protecting Tazuna.] Tazuna, stay back!
This kunoichi blossoms under pressure, showing her true mettle!
Sakura is always preoccupied with thoughts of love, but she never loses sight of her responsibilities as a shinobi! With her courage and pluck, she charges headlong into any kind of mission! She displays her true strength as a kunoichi by using herself as a shield to protect her client!
(p.32-33)
[On a picture of Sakura about to kiss Sasuke(Naruto).] All I really want.. is for you to accept me, Sasuke.. That's all..
Sakura's goal is to have Sasuke notice her - for him to turn around and really see her - so that he might fall in love. Little does she realize that this goal acts as a powerful weapon in her arsenal, constantly motivating her to sharpen her skills as a shinobi so she can impress Sasuke during every task and mission!
[On a picture of Sakura answering questions on the Chuunin exam test.] Sakura possesses excellent chakra control and a formidable brain!
[On pictures of Sakura cutting her hair, and standing with her back facing you.] Now it's your turn.. to watch my back!
As she slices off her hair, Sakura bids farewell to her former self! "I'd always trailed after my teammates.. watching them safely from the background.." Faced with a desperate situation, will Sakura's determination lead her to a miraculous victory?!
Ninja Relationships Sakura Edition
Sakura is completely focused on Sasuke, so Naruto isn't even on her radar! But now she acts as sort of a big sister figure in the squad, mediating conflicts between Naruto and Sasuke.
Sakura -> Sasuke, Huge Crush
Sakura -> Kakashi, Jonin Leader
Sakura -> Iruka, Academy Teacher
Sakura -> Naruto, Total Pest
Sakura Haruno
A pure-minded, pretty kunoichi (female ninja) who keeps her true feelings inside!
She makes up for her lack of physical strength with her superior intellect! Also, her talents in genjutsu are slowly beginning to blossom.
Profile
Rank: Genin
Ninja Registration Number: 012601
Height: 148.5 cm (4'10")
Weight: 35.4 (78 lbs.)
Birthday: March 28 (12 years old, Aries)
Blood Type: O
Personality: Top student, selfish
[Atop a picture of Sakura squealing about Sasuke.] Don't be so shy, you bad boy!
Oh, Sasuke! [Insert heart here.]
True love conquers all!
When Sakura is assigned to the same squad as Sasuke, she jumps one step ahead of Ino, her rival for his affection! Hoping to immediately start taking advantage of this opportunity, she decides to make the first move and approaches Sasuke with her most alluring smile!
Love versus ninja training.. the trecherous conflict that troubles Sakura along her ninja way!
[On a picture of Sakura protecting Tazuna.] Tazuna, stay back!
This kunoichi blossoms under pressure, showing her true mettle!
Sakura is always preoccupied with thoughts of love, but she never loses sight of her responsibilities as a shinobi! With her courage and pluck, she charges headlong into any kind of mission! She displays her true strength as a kunoichi by using herself as a shield to protect her client!
(p.32-33)
[On a picture of Sakura about to kiss Sasuke(Naruto).] All I really want.. is for you to accept me, Sasuke.. That's all..
Sakura's goal is to have Sasuke notice her - for him to turn around and really see her - so that he might fall in love. Little does she realize that this goal acts as a powerful weapon in her arsenal, constantly motivating her to sharpen her skills as a shinobi so she can impress Sasuke during every task and mission!
[On a picture of Sakura answering questions on the Chuunin exam test.] Sakura possesses excellent chakra control and a formidable brain!
[On pictures of Sakura cutting her hair, and standing with her back facing you.] Now it's your turn.. to watch my back!
As she slices off her hair, Sakura bids farewell to her former self! "I'd always trailed after my teammates.. watching them safely from the background.." Faced with a desperate situation, will Sakura's determination lead her to a miraculous victory?!
Ninja Relationships Sakura Edition
Sakura is completely focused on Sasuke, so Naruto isn't even on her radar! But now she acts as sort of a big sister figure in the squad, mediating conflicts between Naruto and Sasuke.
Sakura -> Sasuke, Huge Crush
Sakura -> Kakashi, Jonin Leader
Sakura -> Iruka, Academy Teacher
Sakura -> Naruto, Total Pest
Quote:
(p.124-125)
The cruel Sharingan..
Sakura's desperation calls out to Sasuke..
Sakura..
Who did this to you?!
[On a picture of Zaku.] Watch this, I'll take care of the whole bunch of 'em.. in one fell swoop!
[On a picture of Sasuke grabbing Zaku's arms from behind.] You seem to be very proud of these arms of yours..
The horrifying power of the curse mark begins to spread!
As Sasuke awakens, the effects of the curse mark are obvious. Stange, omnious patterns have appeared on his skin, and an eerie chakra surrounds his body, infected with the squirming shadow of Orochimaru! Terrified by this vision of a new, cold-blooded Sasuke, Sakura lets out a pained scream!
[On a picture of Sakura hugging Sasuke from behind.] Whoever that is.. it's not Sasuke!
The cruel Sharingan..
Sakura's desperation calls out to Sasuke..
Sakura..
Who did this to you?!
[On a picture of Zaku.] Watch this, I'll take care of the whole bunch of 'em.. in one fell swoop!
[On a picture of Sasuke grabbing Zaku's arms from behind.] You seem to be very proud of these arms of yours..
The horrifying power of the curse mark begins to spread!
As Sasuke awakens, the effects of the curse mark are obvious. Stange, omnious patterns have appeared on his skin, and an eerie chakra surrounds his body, infected with the squirming shadow of Orochimaru! Terrified by this vision of a new, cold-blooded Sasuke, Sakura lets out a pained scream!
[On a picture of Sakura hugging Sasuke from behind.] Whoever that is.. it's not Sasuke!
Quote:
(p.193)
Sasuke Uchiha
Yuri Lowenthal
Q. What did you think when you saw the anime?
It had a really cool look to it. I saw a couple of episodes and really enjoyed the quickness and crispness of it.
Q. If you could do one jutsu in real, which one would it be?
Shadow Clone Jutsu.
Q. What's your favorite Naruto weapon?
I like Zabuza's sword, but I love Sasuke's kunai.
Q. Besides yourself, who is your favorite Naruto character?
It would have to be Kakashi. He's got this playful, irreverent side that balances out his coolness.
Q. Any interesting things happen while recording?
In the beginning, I didn't realize how popular the show as. As soon as I started to understand the fans' excitement, I was a bit nervous, but exhilarated at the same time.
Q. Any tips on being a voice actor?
First, find someone who can help you study voice acting and more importantly, record a demo reel. Also, find a city where they record a lot of commercials and shows.
Q. What's your favorite Japanese food?
Okonomiyaki, which is popular in Osaka.
Sasuke Uchiha
Yuri Lowenthal
Q. What did you think when you saw the anime?
It had a really cool look to it. I saw a couple of episodes and really enjoyed the quickness and crispness of it.
Q. If you could do one jutsu in real, which one would it be?
Shadow Clone Jutsu.
Q. What's your favorite Naruto weapon?
I like Zabuza's sword, but I love Sasuke's kunai.
Q. Besides yourself, who is your favorite Naruto character?
It would have to be Kakashi. He's got this playful, irreverent side that balances out his coolness.
Q. Any interesting things happen while recording?
In the beginning, I didn't realize how popular the show as. As soon as I started to understand the fans' excitement, I was a bit nervous, but exhilarated at the same time.
Q. Any tips on being a voice actor?
First, find someone who can help you study voice acting and more importantly, record a demo reel. Also, find a city where they record a lot of commercials and shows.
Q. What's your favorite Japanese food?
Okonomiyaki, which is popular in Osaka.
Quote:
(p.194)
Sakura Haruno
Kate Higgins
Q. What did you think when you saw the anime?
I really liked the dialogue, how they got into the psyche of each of the characters. I liked the action and the relationship between Sakura and Sasuke as well as Sakura's strength and vulnerability. I also liked the camaraderie between Sakura, Sasuke, and Naruto.
Q. If you could do one jutsu in real life, which one would it be?
Shadow Clone Jutsu.
Q. What's your favorite Naruto weapon?
The shuriken.
Q. Besides yourself, who is your favorite Naruto character?
Sasuke.
Q. Any interesting things happen while recording?
For a while, we couldn't figure out what to say [for Inner Sakura's catchphrase] instead of "Cha!" [The director] asked me what people say in the south when they're upset and they say "Grits!" But that didn't work after a while. So we went back to "Cha!"
Q. Any tips on being a voice actor?
Take a voice acting class, because it's the acting that is key to the voice. Since you're not onscreen, you have to get it all to come out of your voice. In terms of getting work, be a nice person. Because if you leave your ego at the door, you will get more work.
Q. What's your favorite Japanese food?
Teriyaki Chicken Bowl.
Sakura Haruno
Kate Higgins
Q. What did you think when you saw the anime?
I really liked the dialogue, how they got into the psyche of each of the characters. I liked the action and the relationship between Sakura and Sasuke as well as Sakura's strength and vulnerability. I also liked the camaraderie between Sakura, Sasuke, and Naruto.
Q. If you could do one jutsu in real life, which one would it be?
Shadow Clone Jutsu.
Q. What's your favorite Naruto weapon?
The shuriken.
Q. Besides yourself, who is your favorite Naruto character?
Sasuke.
Q. Any interesting things happen while recording?
For a while, we couldn't figure out what to say [for Inner Sakura's catchphrase] instead of "Cha!" [The director] asked me what people say in the south when they're upset and they say "Grits!" But that didn't work after a while. So we went back to "Cha!"
Q. Any tips on being a voice actor?
Take a voice acting class, because it's the acting that is key to the voice. Since you're not onscreen, you have to get it all to come out of your voice. In terms of getting work, be a nice person. Because if you leave your ego at the door, you will get more work.
Q. What's your favorite Japanese food?
Teriyaki Chicken Bowl.
Quote:
(p.196-19 cool
The creator of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto-sensei!
Birthday: November 8, 1974
Blood Type: O
Hobby: Watching movies
Favorite Type of Ramen: Tonkotsu (pork-bone soup ramen)
Favorite Word: Bochi-bochi (so-so)
Q. What is the anime that influenced you the most?
Akira.
Q. As you draw the manga, are you influenced at all by the anime version of Naruto?
Absolutely, very much.
Q. Do you have a favorite episode of the Naruto anime?
Episodes 17, 19, and 30.
Q. Were you a fan of any of the Japanese voice actors before they were involved with Naruto?
Yes, I was a fan of Jyurota Kosugi, who plays Asuma, and Nozomu Sasaki, who plays Hayate.
Q. For which character did you have the most trouble choosing colors?
Naruto.
Q. Who is the voice actor that you admire the most?
Akio Otsuka.
Q. In regards to the sound design in the anime production, what was most memorable?
The series of sounds during Zabuza's appearance.
Q. What will happen in the love lives of Ino, Sakura, and Hinata?
I hope something happens! Ha ha!
Q. Do you watch the anime every week without missing an episode?
Of course!
Q. Who would you be most proud to know watches the Naruto anime?
Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi.
Q. Please tell us about the top-secret episodes you've created with the anime production staff!
Oh! I hope we can make some in the future.. Right now, there's nothing to tell (really!).
Q. If you were to do a voice for the anime, which character would you like to perform?
Tsunade.
Q. If you were to become involved in the anime production, what would you like to be in charge of?
The original-picture guy.
Q. Who are the scariest people involved in the anime?
Tetsuya Nishio and Hirofumi Suzuki (their drawings are so good, it's scary!).
Q. Do you sing the anime's opening and ending theme songs at karaoke?
I haven't been to karaoke since the serialization began.. eep!
Q. Please tell us your favorite movie, movie actor, and actress, and movie director.
My favorite movie is The Matrix, my favorite actor and actress are Tom Hanks and Christina Ricci, and my favorite directors are James Cameron and Shinya Tsukamoto.
Q. Who is your favorite painter?
Monet.
Q. What is your favorite novel and who is your favorite novelist?
My favorite novel is Run, Merosu and my favorite novelist is Shinichi Hoshi.
Q. What are your favorite manga?
My favorites are Dragon Ball and Akira.
Q. If you could choose to switch places with a character from Naruto for a day, whom would you choose and why?
Naruto. I'd use Clone Jutsu to finish my work faster!
Q. What kinds of people do you admire?
I really admire people who are good at drawing.
Q. What was the biggest crisis in your life so far?
When a monkey attacked me.
Q. Is there a Naruto product that you would personally endorse?
Bowls!
Q. Have you ever wanted to apologize to the anime staff for any of your designs?
Yes.. for Naruto's design, the chuunin vest, the headbands and the pattern of the curse marks.
Q. Who is your favorite musician or band?
Oasis.
Q. If you could be any person in history, who would you choose to be?
John Manjiro (the first Japanese person to travel to the United States in the 1840s).
Q. What is your most precious treasure?
Two sets of animation storyboards from Akira.
Q. If you were to take a character from the Naruto anime and write a spinoff story, which character would you choose and what kind of story would you write?
I'd like to write a story just about dogs with Akamaru as the star.
Q. If the earth were about to be destroyed, what would you do?
I'd work hard to stop the destruction!
Q. What is your favorite video game?
The Zelda series.
Q. If you were reincarnated, what would you want to do in your next life?
I'd be a detective.
Q. If there were an earthquake, what would you grab before evacuating?
I'd take my licensing paperwork and my legal signature stamp. Ha!
Q. If you were an athlete, which sport would you play?
Baseball.
Q. How do you spend your days off?
I watch movies.
Q. What are you favorite and least favorite animals?
I love dogs and I hate monkeys.
Q. Do you have a top-secret stamina recipe or something that keeps your energy up like Kiba's ration pills?
Aspara Drink.
Q. Please tell us one manga artist you like.
Akira Toriyama.
Q. Ninja Tortoise, Ninja Dog, Ninja Toad.. what is the next ninja beast you're planning to create?
Ninja cat.
Q. Where do you come up with your ideas?
My room.
Q. In your opinion, who is the scariest person in the manga industry?
Mr. Torishima (former editor in chief of Weekly Shonen Jump).
Q. What is your most important ninja tool for drawing the manga?
Soul.
Q. What's your philosophy for coming up with the character's names?
I get my inspiration for the names from traditional Japanese style.
Q. When you just can't come up with any new ideas, what do you do?
I get up and move around to refresh myself.
Q. Is there anyone whom you talk to for advice or to work out your ideas for the manga?
Mr. Yahagi (my editor) and my younger brother.
Q. Are you friends with any other manga artists?
Yes, many.
Q. Who is the most difficult character to draw?
Sasuke.
Q. If you were to draw a special, extra story in the manga, who would be the main character (other than Naruto)?
Kakashi.
Q. Who is your favorite female character in the series and why?
Anko, because of her relationship with Orochimaru..
Q. What is the longest and shortest amount of time it ever took you to complete one chapter?
The longest was just five days. The shortest was two days. That's just for the pictures.. phew!
Q. How did you react when you found out your work would be made into an anime?
Manly tears of joy!
Q. What animal do you wish you could summon?
Gamakichi and Gamatatsu (two of the small ninja toads).
Q. If you were a resident in the Leaf Village, what would your occupation be?
Movie director.
Q. Is there a real person whom Naruto was modeled after?
Not at all.
Q. Which present from your fans did you appreciate the most?
All of them.
Q. Which teacher would you like to learn ninjutsu from?
Iruka.
The creator of Naruto, Masashi Kishimoto-sensei!
Birthday: November 8, 1974
Blood Type: O
Hobby: Watching movies
Favorite Type of Ramen: Tonkotsu (pork-bone soup ramen)
Favorite Word: Bochi-bochi (so-so)
Q. What is the anime that influenced you the most?
Akira.
Q. As you draw the manga, are you influenced at all by the anime version of Naruto?
Absolutely, very much.
Q. Do you have a favorite episode of the Naruto anime?
Episodes 17, 19, and 30.
Q. Were you a fan of any of the Japanese voice actors before they were involved with Naruto?
Yes, I was a fan of Jyurota Kosugi, who plays Asuma, and Nozomu Sasaki, who plays Hayate.
Q. For which character did you have the most trouble choosing colors?
Naruto.
Q. Who is the voice actor that you admire the most?
Akio Otsuka.
Q. In regards to the sound design in the anime production, what was most memorable?
The series of sounds during Zabuza's appearance.
Q. What will happen in the love lives of Ino, Sakura, and Hinata?
I hope something happens! Ha ha!
Q. Do you watch the anime every week without missing an episode?
Of course!
Q. Who would you be most proud to know watches the Naruto anime?
Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi.
Q. Please tell us about the top-secret episodes you've created with the anime production staff!
Oh! I hope we can make some in the future.. Right now, there's nothing to tell (really!).
Q. If you were to do a voice for the anime, which character would you like to perform?
Tsunade.
Q. If you were to become involved in the anime production, what would you like to be in charge of?
The original-picture guy.
Q. Who are the scariest people involved in the anime?
Tetsuya Nishio and Hirofumi Suzuki (their drawings are so good, it's scary!).
Q. Do you sing the anime's opening and ending theme songs at karaoke?
I haven't been to karaoke since the serialization began.. eep!
Q. Please tell us your favorite movie, movie actor, and actress, and movie director.
My favorite movie is The Matrix, my favorite actor and actress are Tom Hanks and Christina Ricci, and my favorite directors are James Cameron and Shinya Tsukamoto.
Q. Who is your favorite painter?
Monet.
Q. What is your favorite novel and who is your favorite novelist?
My favorite novel is Run, Merosu and my favorite novelist is Shinichi Hoshi.
Q. What are your favorite manga?
My favorites are Dragon Ball and Akira.
Q. If you could choose to switch places with a character from Naruto for a day, whom would you choose and why?
Naruto. I'd use Clone Jutsu to finish my work faster!
Q. What kinds of people do you admire?
I really admire people who are good at drawing.
Q. What was the biggest crisis in your life so far?
When a monkey attacked me.
Q. Is there a Naruto product that you would personally endorse?
Bowls!
Q. Have you ever wanted to apologize to the anime staff for any of your designs?
Yes.. for Naruto's design, the chuunin vest, the headbands and the pattern of the curse marks.
Q. Who is your favorite musician or band?
Oasis.
Q. If you could be any person in history, who would you choose to be?
John Manjiro (the first Japanese person to travel to the United States in the 1840s).
Q. What is your most precious treasure?
Two sets of animation storyboards from Akira.
Q. If you were to take a character from the Naruto anime and write a spinoff story, which character would you choose and what kind of story would you write?
I'd like to write a story just about dogs with Akamaru as the star.
Q. If the earth were about to be destroyed, what would you do?
I'd work hard to stop the destruction!
Q. What is your favorite video game?
The Zelda series.
Q. If you were reincarnated, what would you want to do in your next life?
I'd be a detective.
Q. If there were an earthquake, what would you grab before evacuating?
I'd take my licensing paperwork and my legal signature stamp. Ha!
Q. If you were an athlete, which sport would you play?
Baseball.
Q. How do you spend your days off?
I watch movies.
Q. What are you favorite and least favorite animals?
I love dogs and I hate monkeys.
Q. Do you have a top-secret stamina recipe or something that keeps your energy up like Kiba's ration pills?
Aspara Drink.
Q. Please tell us one manga artist you like.
Akira Toriyama.
Q. Ninja Tortoise, Ninja Dog, Ninja Toad.. what is the next ninja beast you're planning to create?
Ninja cat.
Q. Where do you come up with your ideas?
My room.
Q. In your opinion, who is the scariest person in the manga industry?
Mr. Torishima (former editor in chief of Weekly Shonen Jump).
Q. What is your most important ninja tool for drawing the manga?
Soul.
Q. What's your philosophy for coming up with the character's names?
I get my inspiration for the names from traditional Japanese style.
Q. When you just can't come up with any new ideas, what do you do?
I get up and move around to refresh myself.
Q. Is there anyone whom you talk to for advice or to work out your ideas for the manga?
Mr. Yahagi (my editor) and my younger brother.
Q. Are you friends with any other manga artists?
Yes, many.
Q. Who is the most difficult character to draw?
Sasuke.
Q. If you were to draw a special, extra story in the manga, who would be the main character (other than Naruto)?
Kakashi.
Q. Who is your favorite female character in the series and why?
Anko, because of her relationship with Orochimaru..
Q. What is the longest and shortest amount of time it ever took you to complete one chapter?
The longest was just five days. The shortest was two days. That's just for the pictures.. phew!
Q. How did you react when you found out your work would be made into an anime?
Manly tears of joy!
Q. What animal do you wish you could summon?
Gamakichi and Gamatatsu (two of the small ninja toads).
Q. If you were a resident in the Leaf Village, what would your occupation be?
Movie director.
Q. Is there a real person whom Naruto was modeled after?
Not at all.
Q. Which present from your fans did you appreciate the most?
All of them.
Q. Which teacher would you like to learn ninjutsu from?
Iruka.
