by “NARUTO” by Masashi Kishimoto is a popular series whose original manga and anime are loved domestically and internationally. A completely new episode was scheduled to be aired in September 2023 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the anime’s broadcast. Still, many fans probably feel impatient now that it has been postponed.
This work is not just a battle manga, but the depth of the story increases because it depicts various encounters and farewells. The main character, Naruto, also meets Sasuke, and as they grow together, they begin to communicate. And this applies not only to Naruto but also to many other characters. So this time, I would like to introduce an episode of an encounter depicted in “NARUTO” that will bring you back to mind.
Ino and Sakura
Let’s start with Ino and Sakura’s encounter. The relationship between these two began when Ino helped Sakura, who was being bullied. Sakura hid her face with her long bangs, but Ino said, “Sakura has a cute face, so you should be dignified!” and gave her a ribbon to lift her hair. Is. Sakura had always admired Ino, as she had always been confident and dignified. So, on the other hand, he compares Sakura, who lacks self-confidence, to the bud of a flower and encourages her by saying that she does not know what kind of “beautiful flower” she will bloom.
From there, Sakura could change into the strong-willed and never-give-up personality she is now, so Ino’s influence on her was significant. I was surprised that the old Sakura was so weak and arrogant… After that, Ino and Sakura develop a good rivalry, and it’s interesting because they compete for Sasuke. In the end, Sakura ended up marrying Sasuke, but since she was able to marry Ino and Sai, she was happy that they were both happy. If he hadn’t met Ino Sakura, I’m sure he wouldn’t have become a great shinobi.
Lee and Guy
Next, I would like to introduce the encounter between Lee and Guy. These two are Taijutsu specialists among the shinobi, and their personalities and atmospheres are so similar that you might mistake them for parent and child.
However, the two are not relatives but rather teachers and students. Gai has been curious about Lee for a long time and has been secretly watching over him since he first entered the Ninja Academy.
After becoming a genin, Lee once experienced despair due to an inferiority complex in front of a genius ninja named Neji. …I desperately tried to overcome it, but it didn’t work, and I was frustrated. Gai, who was watching him, says that Lee has the potential to surpass Neji and praises him, calling him a “genius of hard work.” However, in response to this, Lee confessed that he was worried that no matter how hard he tried, he would not be able to become stronger.
Then, Lee finally wakes up when Gai says with a severe look, “It’s not worth the effort for someone who doesn’t believe in himself!!!” From then on, the relationship between the two becomes solid, and Lee dramatically develops his abilities. If Lee hadn’t met Gai, who had similar feelings there, she would have probably collapsed without budding. That’s how vital Guy’s presence is to Lee.
