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Kishimoto's Naruto Redesign Delivers Blank Period Update
Kishimoto's Naruto: Shadow Rising manga brings back the iconic design for the Blank Period era.
In brief
Kishimoto's Naruto: Shadow Rising manga brings back the iconic design for the Blank Period era. Kishimoto's Naruto: Shadow Rising manga features a redesign of Naruto Uzumaki for the Blank Period that matches his cinematic style from The Last: Naruto the Movie. Originally reported by ScreenRant.
New Naruto Manga Announcement

Kishimoto's Naruto: Shadow Rising manga covers the Blank Period with Naruto Uzumaki's redesign.
Blank Period Design Focus
Kishimoto returns to his cinematic style for Naruto's redesign in the Blank Period era.
Naruto's Visual Upgrade
Naruto's redesign shows a rugged aura ahead of combat with Sasuke, matching The Last: Naruto the Movie.
Design Consistency

Kishimoto's style emphasizes Naruto's personality over radical changes to his appearance.
Hair Style Continuity
Naruto retains his cropped hairstyle, avoiding the shaggier look of Minato Namikaze.
Cinematic Action Style
Kishimoto's kinetic action feels heavy with real weight in Naruto: Shadow Rising.
What Happens Next

Kishimoto will debut full Naruto: Shadow Rising manga at Jump Festa in 2027.
The takeaway
Kishimoto's Naruto: Shadow Rising manga features a redesign of Naruto Uzumaki for the Blank Period that matches his cinematic style from The Last: Naruto the Movie.





