Someone with inborn talent isn't happy. It's those who have worked hard for someone precious to them and who can be hot-blooded that are happy." -Gai Sensei: Naruto Episode 196

It’s foolish to fear what we’ve yet to see and know.

I didn't think much about foreign readers when I began 'Naruto,' but I knew that many of the artists who influenced me had already been accepted overseas.

If you don't like the hand that fate's dealt you, fight for a new one.

Shut up... or I'll kill you.

forgive yourself for what you aren't able to do, the ones who aren't able to acknowledge their ownselves are bound to fail

One day you will be the one called Master (Naruto). You'll be the one to treat others to ramen. We can't stay kids forever." - Shikamaru Nara (Naruto)