Much of the story is inspired by various aspects of Japanese mythology and traditions, and it played a significant role in helping to popularize Japanese culture across the world.
I work with kids in my day job, and what with how ubiquitously popular the Naruto franchise is among all of them at all ages, it’s no surprise that it’s also one of the bestselling manga out there. Naruto is a modern classic of the shōnen coming-of-age genre, following Naruto as he endeavors to become the strongest ninja of all. Much of the story is inspired by various aspects of Japanese mythology and traditions, and it played a significant role in helping to popularize Japanese culture across the world.