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NARUTO-ナルト- 疾風伝

The Naruto franchise is in an active expansion phase in 2026, with a new trading card game, a non-verbal live show, a themed area in France, and a free all-episode broadcast all announced or launched within a single month.

Synthesized from 17 Yomimono stories · updated 6d ago

Throughout June 2026, the Naruto franchise saw a coordinated push across live entertainment, merchandise, streaming, and gaming. Bandai Card Games announced a new Naruto Card Game for a global 2027 release, with the first public trial set for Gen Con 2026 in July. A non-verbal stage show titled "Ninja Show Naruto" was confirmed for Kyoto's Minamiza Theater from February to June 2027, using Kabuki stage technology and a cast that includes Yuri Takahashi and Ryuma Aoi as Naruto. Europe's first permanent Naruto attraction, Naruto - Konoha Land, opened at Parc Spirou Provence in southern France in April 2026, and a grand opening ceremony was held in June; park attendance rose 67.7% compared to the previous year.

Streaming access expanded significantly. Abema opened a dedicated Naruto channel broadcasting all 720 episodes free daily from June 26 to July 25, the first time the platform has done so for the series. The 2014 film "The Last: Naruto the Movie" became available on seven Japanese streaming services including Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. The official NARUTO / BORUTO YouTube channel, launched in March 2026, released a digest of the Wave Country arc and a music video featuring Kakashi and Obito.

Merchandise releases were frequent. Bandai Spirits launched an Ichiban Kuji lottery for the Kazekage Rescue Arc with MASTERLISE figures, including a Deidara Last One Prize. Mega House announced a palm-sized Itachi figure and re-releases of its Nyarto cat figure line. Thank You Mart stores nationwide carried 22 exclusive Naruto Shippuden items for the first time. A story guide for Boruto: Naruto Next Generations was released, condensing the first part of the manga into a single volume. The franchise also attracted political attention when Japan's Minister of State for Economic Security criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's use of Naruto imagery in a generative AI video.

Key facts

Non-verbal live show announced
"Ninja Show Naruto" will run at Kyoto's Minamiza Theater from February through June 2027, with no spoken dialogue. ↗
All 720 episodes free on Abema
Abema broadcast all 720 episodes of the Naruto TV anime free daily from June 26 to July 25, 2026. ↗
New trading card game announced
Bandai Card Games announced the Naruto Card Game for a worldwide simultaneous release in 2027. ↗
Europe's first Naruto themed area opened
Naruto - Konoha Land opened at Parc Spirou Provence in southern France on April 4, 2026. ↗
Japanese minister criticized Trump campaign
Japan's Minister of State for Economic Security Kimi Onoda criticized President Trump's use of Naruto imagery in a generative AI video. ↗
Boruto story guide released
A story guide for Boruto: Naruto Next Generations was released on June 4, 2026, condensing the first part into about 600 pages. ↗
Ichiban Kuji lottery launched
Bandai Spirits' Ichiban Kuji for Naruto Shippuden: The Kazekage Rescue Arc launched on June 26, 2026, with MASTERLISE figures as top prizes. ↗
Thank You Mart exclusive merchandise
Thank You Mart stores carried 22 exclusive Naruto Shippuden items starting mid-June 2026, the chain's first exclusive merchandise from the TV anime. ↗

Timeline

Synthesized by Yomimono from the cited Yomimono stories below, each itself sourced, then editorially reviewed. Every fact links the story it came from.

Facts

Announced
non-verbal live show titled 'Ninja Show Naruto' at Kyoto's Minamiza Theater from February through June 2027 · 2026-07-01
Release
tv · June 26 to July 25 · Japan · 2026-06-27
Release
game · 2027 · worldwide · 2026-06-18
Release
music_video · 2026-03-19 · 2026-05-31
Release
tv · 2007 to March 2017 · 2026-05-19
Noted
Naruto Shippuden Minato · 2026-06-22
Noted
Bandai Card Games announced a new trading card game, Naruto Card Game, on June 18 during its Next Plan Presentation · 2026-06-19
Noted
A line of 22 limited-edition NARUTO Shippuden items will go on sale at Thank You Mart stores across Japan starting in mid-June 2026. · 2026-05-19

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  • Confirmed tv 2007 to March 2017 May 28 · source

All coverage

5d ago

Crunchyroll to Stream Naruto Shippuden Hindi, Tamil and Telugu Dubs in July

Crunchyroll announced it will begin streaming Naruto Shippuden with Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu dubs in India starting July 6. The Hindi dub will be exclusive to Crunchyroll. The dubbed episodes will roll out in batches through September 2026, covering the first 220 episodes of the anime. The move is part of Crunchyroll's push to expand anime's reach in India, where demand for local-language content is growing. Naruto Shippuden follows a teenage Naruto returning to his village to face the Akatsuki organization, with higher stakes and bigger battles. The series is one of the biggest franchises in anime, and the addition of regional dubs aims to make it more accessible to Indian audiences. The rollout will include all three languages, with episodes releasing in phases over the next few months.

6d ago

Naruto Non-Verbal Live Show to Run at Kyoto's Minamiza Theater in 2027

The Naruto franchise is expanding its live entertainment offerings with a new non-verbal stage show titled "Ninja Show Naruto," set to run at Kyoto's Minamiza Theater from February through June 2027. Unlike previous stage adaptations, the production will tell its story without spoken dialogue, relying on physical performance, acrobatics, aerial stunts, projection mapping, and the theater's traditional Kabuki stage mechanisms. The show aims to be accessible to audiences regardless of language. Yuri Takahashi and Ryuma Aoi will alternate in the role of Naruto Uzumaki, with REI as Sasuke Uchiha, Yui Oikawa as Sakura Haruno, and HIROMA as Kakashi Hatake. Go Ueki, whose previous credits include "Attack on Titan: The Musical" and "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon," is directing. Neil Dorward of Cirque du Soleil is serving as global creative consultant, and Shinjiro Kameda is handling composition. A teaser visual and announcement trailer have also been released alongside the cast and staff details.

Jun 27

Abema to Air All 720 Naruto Episodes Free Daily Starting June 26

Abema announced on June 25 that it will open a dedicated Naruto channel and broadcast all 720 episodes of the TV anime, from the original series through Naruto Shippuden, for free daily from June 26 to July 25. The real-time limited free broadcast marks the first time Abema has opened a channel for the series.

Jun 25

Deidara MASTERLISE Figure Is Last One Prize in New Naruto Ichiban Kuji

Bandai Spirits' Ichiban Kuji lottery for Naruto Shippuden: The Kazekage Rescue Arc launches on June 26, 2026, at 790 yen per draw. The top prizes are MASTERLISE figures up to 25 cm tall, including A Prize Naruto Uzumaki, B Prize Haruno Sakura, C Prize Hatake Kakashi, D Prize Gaara, and E Prize Sasori. Additional prizes include desktop figures of Kurama and explosive clay, a stamp and note collection, acrylic charms from the -NARUTO 72 series- illustrations, and a visual sheet set featuring Akatsuki members. The Last One Prize, awarded to the person who pulls the final ticket, is a MASTERLISE figure of Deidara in a dynamic pose. On social media, fans have praised the lineup, calling the Deidara figure 'too amazing' and 'too cool'. The lottery will be available at Seven-Eleven stores, Ito-Yokado stores, Yumetown stores, and other locations while supplies last.

Jun 23

CyberConnect2 Opens Second Scenario Designer Training School for Anime Game Writers

CyberConnect2 launched the Scenario Designer Training School 2026 audition project on June 23 to find scenario designers for anime-licensed games. The first-round online test is available on a special website, with questions covering series the studio has adapted, including Naruto, Demon Slayer, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, and Dragon Ball. The deadline is August 2.

Jun 22

G.E.M. Series Palm Figures for Eren, Levi, Dazai, and Minato Revealed

MegaHouse's G.E.M. Series has unveiled first color samples of Attack on Titan palm-sized Eren and Levi figures, plus first prototypes of Bungo Stray Dogs Dazai and Naruto Shippuden Minato. Re-releases of Naruto, Demon Slayer, and Gintama figures were also announced, alongside a Premium Bandai lottery event.

Jun 20

Nijimen Readers Vote Their Favorite Father Characters for Father's Day

To mark Father's Day, Nijimen surveyed its readers on their favorite father characters in anime and manga. The top 10 list includes Crayon Shin-chan's Nohara Hiroshi, Pokémon's Norman, Kingdom's Ō Sen, Naruto's Namikaze Minato, My Hero Academia's Endeavor, and Sakamoto Days' Sakamoto Taro, among others.

Jun 19

Bandai Announces New Naruto Card Game for 2027 Global Release

Bandai Card Games announced a new trading card game, Naruto Card Game, on June 18 during its Next Plan Presentation. The game is based on Masashi Kishimoto's Naruto manga and is set for a worldwide simultaneous release in 2027. The first public trial will take place at Gen Con 2026 in Indianapolis from July 30 to August 2, where attendees can participate in tutorial sessions. Participants will receive a gift set including a CP-001 Chakra Card Gen Con 2026 Ver. promotional card, a backpack, a sticker, and a ticket to purchase an official playmat. Additional details, including card designs and the game's roadmap, are scheduled for July 29. Kishimoto provided a new illustration of Naruto and Sasuke holding cards and a comment expressing his hope that the cards reach fans' hands and hearts. Bandai previously released a Naruto Collectible Card Game from 2006 to 2013. The announcement comes as part of the franchise's 25th anniversary celebrations.

Jun 18

Japanese Minister Criticizes Trump Campaign Over Naruto Imagery

Japan's Minister of State for Economic Security, Kimi Onoda, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's use of Naruto imagery in a generative AI video posted on Truth Social on June 6. Onoda said the use risked damaging the work's reputation and urged caution, even if it does not constitute clear copyright infringement.

Jun 5

Europe's First Naruto Themed Area Opens in Southern France

Europe's first Naruto-themed area, Naruto - Konoha Land, opened on April 4, 2026, at Parc Spirou Provence in southern France. A grand opening ceremony was held on June 4 with TV Tokyo and other partners. The area features attractions like the Kyubi Unleashed roller coaster and a Rasengan spinning ride, plus life-sized statues of 10 characters. Since opening, park attendance rose 67.7% compared to April 2025.

Jun 4

The Last: Naruto the Movie Available on Seven Streaming Services

The 2014 film 'The Last: Naruto the Movie' is available for unlimited streaming on seven Japanese services as of June 2026, according to Anime Anime. The platforms are DMM TV, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video (via the Anime Times channel), Lemino, d Anime Store, Hulu, and Netflix. DMM TV is the cheapest option at 550 yen per month with a 14-day free trial and 550 bonus points for new users. U-NEXT offers a 31-day free trial at 2,189 yen per month. The film is the official canon epilogue to the main Naruto story, set two years after the Fourth Ninja War. It depicts Naruto and Hinata's relationship as the moon threatens to collide with Earth. Tsuneo Kobayashi directed the film. Junko Takeuchi voices Naruto, and Nana Mizuki voices Hinata. The film is not available on Disney Plus, ABEMA, FOD, TELASA, or YouTube.

Jun 4

Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Story Guide Released

A story guide for Boruto: Naruto Next Generations was released on June 4. The single volume condenses the first part of the manga into about 600 pages, using selected episodes from 20 volumes, story digests, and columns. The cover is newly drawn by Mikio Ikemoto, and a double-sided pinup poster is included. Volume 8 of the second part, Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, also launched today.

Jun 3

Mega House Releases Palm-Size Itachi Figure and Nyarto Re-Release

Mega House is releasing a palm-sized figure of Itachi Uchiha from Naruto Shippuden in November 2026. The company is also re-releasing the fifth series of its MEGA CAT PROJECT Nyarto! line, featuring eight cat versions of characters including Minato Namikaze, Kushina Uzumaki, and young Itachi.

May 31

Naruto Wave Country Arc Digest Released on Official YouTube Channel

The NARUTO / BORUTO Official YouTube channel, which launched in March 2026, released a digest video of the Wave Country arc on March 12. The arc, which is the first major mission for Team 7, covers the team's introduction to Kakashi, his Copy Ninja technique, and the debut of his original jutsu Chidori. The story also features the popular antagonists Zabuza Momochi and Haku, who later reappear in the Fourth Great Ninja War via the Impure World Reincarnation. Fan comments on the video praised the arc's emotional depth and the character moments between Zabuza and Haku. The digest omits one notable scene: the first coordinated attack between Naruto and Sasuke using the Windmill Triple Blade Shadow Shuriken technique. The channel also uploaded a special music video on March 19 featuring Kakashi and Obito set to KANA-BOON's "Silhouette."

May 20

Home Made Kazoku Returns After 10-Year Hiatus

Japanese hip-hop group Home Made Kazoku announced on May 19 that they are ending their decade-long hiatus and returning to music under their original label Ki/oon Music. The trio, known for anime theme songs, will start with festival appearances this summer.

May 19

Naruto Shippuden Goods Launch at Thank You Mart Stores Nationwide

A line of 22 limited-edition NARUTO Shippuden items will go on sale at Thank You Mart stores across Japan starting in mid-June 2026. This is the first time the convenience store chain has carried exclusive merchandise from the TV anime. The lineup includes practical home goods such as laundry nets and acrylic bangs clips, as well as collectible items like random can badges and acrylic keychains. Prices range from 390 yen to 429 yen including tax for most items. Advance reservations are available through the official online shop. The merchandise features motifs representing each ninja village and characters including Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha. The NARUTO manga, created by Masashi Kishimoto, began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1999 and concluded in 2014 with 700 chapters. The TV anime aired from 2002, with NARUTO Shippuden running from 2007 to March 2017. The franchise has sold over 250 million copies worldwide across more than 60 countries and regions.