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"Naruto" and "Naruto Shippuden" are popular Japanese anime and manga series created by Masashi Kishimoto. Here are some interesting facts about these series:

1. Creation and Inspiration:

   • Masashi Kishimoto was inspired to create "Naruto" after watching a movie called "Road to Ninja: Naruto the Movie." The movie's theme of "If you were to choose between happiness and the village, which would you choose?" influenced the creation of Naruto's character.

2. Name Origins:

   • The name "Naruto" is derived from a topping used in Japanese ramen, which is a type of fish cake with a pink whirlpool pattern in the center. This is reflected in Naruto Uzumaki's signature swirl on his jacket.

3. Naruto's Birthday:

   • Naruto Uzumaki's birthday is October 10th. Interestingly, this date is also celebrated as Naruto's birthday in the real world by fans.

4. Naruto's Character Design:

   • Kishimoto designed Naruto with orange as the dominant color to make him easily recognizable and distinctive. He also wanted to create a character with a simple design.

5. The Three Legendary Sannin:

   • Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru, known as the Legendary Sannin, were inspired by characters from Japanese folklore. Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru are also the names of characters from a Japanese tale, "Jiraiya Goketsu Monogatari."

6. Naruto Shippuden's Time Skip:

   • "Naruto Shippuden" features a significant time skip, taking place about two and a half years after the original "Naruto" series. This was done to show the characters' growth and development.

7. Long-Running Series:

   • "Naruto" originally ran for 220 episodes, while "Naruto Shippuden" continued the story with 500 episodes. The combined series made "Naruto" one of the longest-running anime series.

8. Hokage Monuments:

   • The Hokage Monument in the Hidden Leaf Village features the faces of the first five Hokage. Interestingly, the design of the fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze, was kept a secret for a long time in the series.

9. International Popularity:

   • "Naruto" and "Naruto Shippuden" gained immense popularity not only in Japan but also internationally. The series has been dubbed and subbed in numerous languages, reaching a global audience.

10. Naruto's Influence on Pop Culture:

    • "Naruto" has had a significant impact on popular culture. The series has inspired video games, novels, movies, and spin-off manga. The character of Naruto himself has become an iconic figure in anime history.