a new project Naruto animation may be in development. The information surfaced after the official website of the Lijinin China released a report on the growth of the local creative industry. In the text, the agency states that the Huahan (Dongying) Animation studio is working intensively to meet deadlines for animations related to Naruto and One Piece.
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According to the statement, the studio primarily provides outsourcing services for Japanese and Korean productions, bringing together international professionals and advanced technologies. Furthermore, a promotional video from the local government has begun circulating on Chinese social media. The material shows scenes of characters such as Buggy and Cabaji, as well as Akaza from Demon Slayer, reinforcing the connection with major franchises.
For now, it's unclear whether the work involving Naruto refers to the anniversary special episodes, delayed since 2023, or to a new project. In 2024, TV Tokyo stated that a 20th-anniversary commemorative animation was planned, but the deadline passed without any updates. Meanwhile, the Boruto continues in production.
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Source: Lijin County and ANC