Naruto Shippuden is based on the manga "Naruto" — 700 chapters, 72 volumes. The manga is complete. By Kishimoto, Masashi.
Anime covers: Chapters ~245–699, plus anime-original epilogue material
Start reading at: Chapter 700 — Kishimoto's short manga epilogue, then Boruto continues the story
Faithful adaptation? No — Follows the manga's main plot but includes many filler arcs and extra fights
Looking for where Naruto Shippuden picks up in the manga? You're in the right place. Below is every piece of source material linked to this anime, with chapter counts and reading order.
By Kishimoto, Masashi
Whenever Naruto Uzumaki proclaims that he will someday become the Hokage—a title bestowed upon the best ninja in the Village Hidden in the Leaves—no one takes him seriously. Since birth, Naruto has been shunned and ridiculed by his fellow villagers. But their contempt isn't because Naruto is loud-mouthed, mischievous, or because of his ineptitude...
By Kishimoto, Masashi
Set during Part I, Team 7 finishes yet another unremarkable mission. After Kakashi leaves them for the day, Naruto suggests an S-rank assignment: finding out what Kakashi looks like under his mask. (Source: Narutopedia)
Naruto Shinden Series
By Kishimoto, Masashi, Yano, Takashi
The story will focus on the brothers who have eyes that see through to the truth and who live on the threshold of hope and despair. Itachi's past and Sasuke's future will be made clear.
Naruto Hiden Series
By Kishimoto, Masashi, Higashiyama, Akira
A series of Naruto novels. Naruto's allies and enemies take center stage in these fast-paced adventures, which each volume focusing on a particular clanmate, ally, team...or villain. 1. Kakashi Hiden: Hyouten no Ikazuchi (Kakashi Secret Legend: Lightning in the Frozen Sky) [Higashiyama Akira] 2. Shikamaru Hiden: Yami no Shijima ni Ukabu Kumo...
Not necessary for continuation. Just read 700 and move into Boruto — a full reread is optional. That said, the anime did diverge in some areas (follows the manga's main plot but includes many filler arcs and extra fights), so a full reread can fill in gaps.
Yes — the manga "Naruto" runs 700 chapters and is complete. There are 4 related works total.
The anime covers Chapters ~245–699, plus anime-original epilogue material. To continue the story, start reading at Chapter 700.
You can safely skip ahead. Just read 700 and move into Boruto — a full reread is optional. Starting from chapter 1 is always an option if you want the full manga experience though.
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