Naruto Director Hayato Date Reveals Indian Influence on His Work
Naruto Director Hayato Date Reveals Indian Influence on His Work
Japanese anime has become a huge and popular genre in India, with the recent Mumbai Anime India event celebrating its growing presence. In an exclusive conversation with HT City, director Hayato Date opened up about the Indian influence on his work.
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- Naruto is based on Masashi Kishimoto's 1999 manga series.
- Date has incorporated Indian elements in the scenery and architecture of the Village Hidden in the Leaves.
- The global popularity of Naruto Uzumaki, the main character, adds a responsibility on Date's shoulders for his future work.
Indian Influence on Naruto
Dates reveal that he has been able to explore the city of Mumbai and visit notable landmarks such as Dhobi Ghat and CSMT station, which have inspired elements in his work.
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