Masashi Kishimoto
- In this Japanese name, the family name is Kishimoto.
Masashi Kishimoto | |
|---|---|
| 岸本 斉史 | |
| Born | November 8, 1974 |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Alma mater | Kyushu Sangyo University |
| Occupation | Manga artist |
| Employer | Shueisha |
| Notable work | Naruto |
| Children | 1 |
| Relatives | Seishi Kishimoto (twin brother) |
| Awards | Quill Award (2006) |
Masashi Kishimoto (Japanese: 岸本 斉史, Kishimoto Masashi) (born 8 November 1974) is a Japanese manga artist. He is best known for creating the manga series Naruto. He has been drawing from a very early age. Osamu Kajisa (Tattoo Hearts) and Yuuichi Itakura (Hand's) served as his assistants. Masashi Kishimoto was born in Okayama Prefecture, Japan. His brother is Seishi Kishimoto.[1]