7 Recommendations for Ninja Anime Besides NARUTO, Not Just Action - There's Also Slice of Life

Kapanlagi.com - NARUTO is one of the most popular anime. The anime about Naruto, a reckless boy who dreams of becoming the strongest ninja and leader in his village, is exciting to follow. Many anime viewers are fascinated by the thrilling actions displayed in each episode. Besides NARUTO, it turns out there are other recommendations for ninja anime that are just as exciting.

Yes, in fact, there are quite a few anime that tell the story of ninja life. Although they may not be as popular as NARUTO, these other ninja anime recommendations also have equally exciting and interesting stories.

So if you like NARUTO and are interested in similar anime, you must check out the following recommendations for ninja anime.

1. BORUTO

BORUTO (credit: imdb)

For some anime lovers, BORUTO may already be quite popular. However, as a continuation of NARUTO, BORUTO is not as popular as its predecessor. Nevertheless, the story of Boruto, who is none other than Naruto's child, is still a must-watch, especially if you are a fan of the NARUTO anime.

This anime story focuses on Boruto Uzumaki and his friends as they fight against enemies. Boruto and his friends go on adventures that are just as exciting as Naruto's. Boruto must battle gods and the advanced technology in the ninja world.

2. NINJA SCROLL: THE SERIES

Another recommended ninja anime that is just as exciting as NARUTO is NINJA SCROLL: THE SERIES. This ninja anime is considered old because it premiered in 2003. This anime story focuses on a ninja named Jubei Kibagami. Jubei spends his life as a wandering ninja.

One of the reasons Jubei wanders is because he despises politics and rules. Eventually, a conflict between clans accidentally breaks out. Jubei gets involved in the conflict, forcing him to deal with politics. Moreover, the conflict puts Jubei's life in danger.

3. THE AMBITION OF ODA NOBUNA

THE AMBITION OF ODA NOBUNA (credit: imdb)

THE AMBITION OF ODA NOBUNA becomes the next recommended ninja anime. This anime has a very exciting story. Not only does it present battle action, but THE AMBITION OF ODA NOBUNA also introduces time travel elements in its story.

The story of this anime begins when Sagara Yoshiharu, a regular high school student, is magically transported to the past. Unbeknownst to him, Sagara enters the Sengoku period, which is engulfed in war. There, he meets female ninjas who are warlords. Together with these ninjas, Sagara embarks on a new life full of adventure.

4. BRAVE 10

BRAVE 10 (credit: imdb)

The fourth recommended ninja anime is set in the Sengoku era. That anime is BRAVE 10, which tells the story of a ninja group called Sanada Juyushi. This ninja group works for a famous Japanese daimyo, Sanada Yukimura.

The main character in this anime is one of the members of Sanada Juyushi named Kirigakure Saizo. Kirigakure has an interesting background. He is a shinobi from a ninja village called Iga and also a female priest from Izumo named Izanami.

5. BASILISK

If you have been fond of anime with a thin romance action type, then the following recommendations may be the most suitable. Because the anime BASILISK combines various genres, ranging from action to romance.

BASILISK tells the story of a war that broke out between two ninja clans, named Iga and Kouga. Both clans originated from the Tokugawa shogunate era. Interestingly, the Tokugawa government actually supported the occurrence of the war. The two clans were pitted against each other with the promise of becoming the successor to the government.

In the midst of the chaotic situation, there are Gennosuke Kouga and Oboro Iga who come from the two conflicting clans but love each other. Unfortunately, such a complicated condition makes their love difficult to anchor.

6. NINJA HATTORI

It turns out that the recommendation for ninja anime is not always in the action genre. Because there is an anime called NINJA HATTORI which is actually in the slice of life and comedy genre. This anime is quite popular, especially among 90s children, because it aired on television every Sunday in the 2000s.

NINJA HATTORI anime tells the story of a ninja named Hattori who comes from a village but now lives in the city. While in the city, Hattori lives with the Mitsuba family, who are careless elementary school students. Hattori often helps Keinichi with his ninja abilities.

7. NINTAMA RANTAROU

NINTAMA RANTAROU (credit: imdb)

Besides NINJA HATTORI, NINTAMA RANTAROU is also recommended as another light-hearted ninja anime. This old anime also has a funny and entertaining story.

The main character in this anime is Rantarou, a bespectacled boy who wants to become a ninja. Finally, Rantarou enrolls in Ninja School. In that school, Rantarou experiences many funny and exciting things.

Those are some recommendations for ninja anime besides NARUTO. Enjoy watching!

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