Naruto by Masashi Kishimoto was not only created for entertainment purposes, but also to teach anyone who has consumed the manga/anime basic Buddhist values and characteristics. Kishimoto's goal was to change the way Japanese society no longer valued religion as much as it had in the past. Youth-oriented audiences were the main target for Kishimoto to influence, and he did well to do so. Kishimoto through Naruto was able to base his creation on Buddhism, target his youth-oriented audience, and unconsciously teach them Buddhism. Since Naruto is well-known and popular, it is safe to say that Kishimoto in a way succeeded in achieving his goal. Although it is certain that proselytizing is something difficult to achieve, he was able to influence and teach many Japanese basic Buddhist values and characteristics. Masashi Kishimoto through Naruto was able to create a captivating and exciting story, secretly teaching a youth-oriented audience an ancient philosophy that he attempted to apply, and some may say he succeeded successfully.
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