NARUTO -ナルト- 巻ノ三十七

Naruto [ナルト] #37

by Masashi Kishimoto

仇敵を討つ！　修業に励むナルトに届くアスマの訃報。悲しみに暮れる間もなく、第十班はカカシと共に再び木ノ葉へ潜入する“暁”と対峙する。シカマルの作戦で優位に戦いを進める中、角都の驚愕の能力が明らかに！！

Genres: Manga, Fantasy, Comics, Graphic Novels, Shonen, Fiction, Comics Manga

192 pages, コミック

First published April 4, 2007

About the author

Masashi Kishimoto (岸本斉史 Kishimoto Masashi) is a Japanese manga artist, well known for creating the manga series Naruto. His younger twin brother, Seishi Kishimoto, is also a manga artist and creator of the manga series O-Parts Hunter (666 Satan) and Blazer Drive. Two of his former assistants, Osamu Kajisa (Tattoo Hearts) and Yuuichi Itakura (Hand's), have also gone on to moderate success following their work on Naruto.

Kishimoto's first work as a manga artist was Karakuri (カラクリ?), which he submitted to Shueisha in 1995. This earned him the Weekly Shōnen Jump's monthly "Hop Step Award" in 1996, granted to promising new manga artists. This was followed in 1997 by a pilot version of Naruto (NARUTO－ナルト－), published in Akamaru Jump Summer. In 1998, Kishimoto premiered as a Weekly Shōnen Jump artist with a serialized version of Karakuri in Weekly Shōnen Jump, but it proved unpopular and was canceled soon after. In 1999, a serialized version of Naruto began publication in Weekly Shōnen Jump and quickly became a hit.

Reviews

[Christian Savin · Rating 3 out of 5]

2,5~, may go lower

I didn't remember this part of the arc to be so disappointing. Aside from Shikamaru's victory against Hidan, Kakuzu being an elemental jutsu powerhouse, and the dynamics of the Immortal duo, nothing else was good in this volume. Choji and Ino were criminally underused, especially Ino whose mental transfer jutsu should have made her the key element in their strategy against Kakuzu. I'm quite amazed by how many poor writing decisions Kishimoto took just to turn this fight-one that was carried on to avenge Asuma, who also happened to be Ino and Choji's sensei too-into a big moment for Naruto.

[mackenzie · Rating 3 out of 5]

i love shikamaru sm 🖤 he’s one of my favorite characters

[Lashaan Balasingam · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an epic episode as Shikamaru's cell team seeks revenge for their latest loss and gets some unexpected help from a fellow sensei. This battle was filled with incredible moments, especially for Shikamaru who once again delivers on all fronts with his inhuman intellect. How he executes his strategy is unbelievable and will have you cheering for this dude all the way.

Naruto continues his training and is closer every minute to understanding his shortcomings. With the cliffhanger we were left on, all I can say is that things are about to get even more intense very quickly!

Yours truly,

Lashaan | Blogger and Book Reviewer
Official blog: https://bookidote.com/

[Ola G · Rating 4 out of 5]

8/10 stars

Not bad, not bad at all. Shikamaru's decisions are well planned and well executed - his mentor would've been proud. I'm glad to see Kakashi jumping into the fray: his presence helps see Shikamaru's actions not just as teenage vengeance but something more profound: a quest for ensuring lasting security to Konoha.

I'm looking forward to seeing Naruto in action!

[Danielle · Rating 3 out of 5]

I bought the latest volumes of Naruto (at Wal-Mart of all places) and read them over the weekend. Only one thing kind of bothers me. When Asuma is killed by Hidan, Shikamaru and the rest of his team are all set to track him and his associate down to avenge their Master's death. Fine. However, one thing the editor of the English versions seemed to edit was the fact that Shikamaru had taken up smoking to, I dunno, honor his fallen Master. Now, I'm not one to endorse smoking. I know when I discovered my cousin started up with it, I was bitterly disappointed. But in this particular case, it was a relevant plot point. However, in the English version, they just eliminated the cigarette... not the hand motions associated with smoking a cigarette. So, basically, Shika was smoking invisible cigarettes. It's something that is definitely noticeable. He makes hand motions in one chapter where he's stubbing out a cigarette and pocketing the butt. In the original version of the chapter (which I pulled up to compare), it definitely makes it clear that's what he's doing. Viz's version? It just looks like he's making strange hand gestures near the ground and then clenching his fists. In another chapter, it looks like he's lighting mid air.

Now, I can kind of understand why Viz would be a little squeamish about portraying a 15-year-old smoking especially considering their demographic for this particular title, but I think it could've maybe been handled in a different way. Now, whether or not Shikimaru continues with the smoking habit in subsequent chapters, I don't know. I haven't read far enough ahead as of yet. And I can't believe I typed this much about this thing...

[Alexana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shikamaru>>> everyone except Naruto and Gaara

Kakuzu and Hidan are absolutely sick too

[Lindsay · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shikamaru's strategic brain is awe inspiring.

[James DeSantis · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is pretty much one long battle but it is pretty intense.

After the loss of their leader, Shikamaru and his crew go face to face with the murderers. Kakashi decides to join them and the battle heats up right away. Shikamaru is a master thinker, and he plans for everything, even if he acts like he might not win. This is basically a losing battle though as one of the members is extremely overpowered and it will take 3 ninjas, including kakshi to stop him. But will they be enough or are we going to have to get backup?

This is fast paced action manga for you with plenty of "oh damn" moments. While not my favorite volume I was invested the entire volume and its fast paced action scenes help make this one of the most enjoyable volumes so far in the second half of naruto. A 4 out of 5.

[Kulwinder Singh · Rating 5 out of 5]

"𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙙𝙤𝙬 𝙤𝙛 𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝 𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙤𝙗𝙞... 𝙎𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙮 𝙗𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙥𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨. 𝘽𝙪𝙩 𝙪𝙣𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚 𝙣𝙤 𝙛𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚..."

Wow, Shikamaru is way cooler than I gave him credit for. He was completely holding his own against one of the powerful members of the Akatsuki. Kakashi, Choji and Ino however were having a hard time facing Kakuzu until the reinforcements arrived. This volume was jam-packed with incredible action scenes and brilliant strategic plans. Just sit back and enjoy the show!

[Blake the Book Eater · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not gonna lie, this shit was EPIC. These battles are just really really fun to read. I feel like if I was watching it as opposed to reading, it would be too drawn out. But it works perfectly as a manga. Great pacing!

[Travis · Rating 5 out of 5]

After the first encounter with the Immortal Duo, Cell Number 10 return home and give the village of Konoha the news of Asuma's passing. Cell Number 10 however decide that they will not let the enemies who killed Asuma get away with what they did, so they set out after them with the help of Kakashi. A grueling battle ensues with the Immortal Duo but with the help of Shikamaru's sharp wit they are able to outsmart the Duo and take down Hidan. Kakuzu on the other hand will be a little more trickier but never fear, Cell Number Seven arrives just in time!

[Leeann · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great volume. Shikamaru's team is getting over the sadness of their team leaders death and they go agunst Hidan and Kukazu from the Akaski and they also get help form some friends as well. This is a great plot and great art I love where this manga is going and I can't wait read more!!

[Booksinvasion · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shikamaru uno dei personaggi migliori della serie 🧡

[Sombra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nunca me canso de esta serie, y este arco es de los mejores! Aunque Asuma sea un personaje que acaba doliendo!!

[Mit · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a good volume with a very brilliantly thought battle BUT there was one small thing that Kishimoto messed up and any alert reader would get it. When Shikamaru is alone with Hidan in the forest, Hidan hits him first and takes Shikamaru's blood or so we think but when Hidan hits his hand with his weapon, blood comes out but we do not see blood in Shikamaru's hand. So, the plan is clear cut before it happened. That just killed my mood. Hidan is so stupid. He is probably the weakest one in the Akatuski.

[Bradley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great battle scene? Check. Shikamaru becoming a force of nature? Check. Kakashi finally deciding that he likes Naruto a little? Woaaaah... Check.

Bye bye bad guys, we hardly knew ye, but you were very interesting, even so!

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

This new arc is certainly entertaining and wow, people are dying! Good guys! Main character guys!

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

SOOO good and Shikamaru is an amazing character

[Alexis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shikamaru being an absolute badass genius is the lifeblood that keeps me going

[Téyo · Rating 4 out of 5]

J’ADORE l’équipe 10 et le combat contre Hidan et Kakuzu fait partie de mes préférés mais ça me rend dingue que Ino et Choji soient inutiles sur tout le combat. On passe à côté de pleins de choses, on aurait pu voir à l’œuvre la formation Ino-Shika-Chô à son apogée pour vaincre l’Akatsuki mais ça a juste servi à faire briller Shikamaru et Naruto. Choji utilise que deux techniques (alors que ??) et Ino on va nous faire croire qu’elle prenait des risques en utilisant la transposition ??? Et genre là à ce stade du manga on est censés croire qu’elle sait même pas maîtriser la grande confusion ? Les stratégies étaient excellentes mais c’est dommage qu’elles écartent totalement deux personnages populaires et intéressants avec un gros potentiel en combat.

[Angela Auten · Rating 5 out of 5]

This volume was fun! Squad 10 goes after Kakuzu and Hidan. They want to get revenge for Hidan killing Asuma. Shikamaru comes up with a plan to win against them. They implement the plan. Kakashi attacks Kakuzu and pierces his heart, but he doesn't die. They are confused as to why. They find out that he has 5 hearts. They only destroyed 1 out of the five. Shikamaru captures Hidan with his shadow possession jutsu. He runs them off. Hidan attacks him and performs his ritual using Kakuzu's blood. Naruto and his team shows up in the end. The ending is exciting because Naruto starts to show off the Rasenshuriken. I love these volumes! They are so nostalgic for me still.

[Vyshakh Aravindan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Naruto Volume 37 – “The Bonds of Brotherhood”

Rating: Very Good
Chapters: #331–#340
Review:
Volume 37 deepens the focus on family, friendship, and alliances. Relationships are tested in both dramatic and subtle ways. Conflicts emphasize emotional stakes alongside physical ones, showing that true battles are often fought within hearts as much as on the battlefield.

Naruto’s unwavering loyalty to friends and village is a highlight, and Kishimoto uses quieter moments to build tension, character depth, and anticipation for future confrontations. The combination of human drama and dynamic action makes this volume compelling and emotionally resonant.

[Bellatrix · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this volume. The beginning was very sad, with master Asuma's death and Shikamaru having to bring the bad news to Kurenai. It was really touching to see how Shikamaru dealt with his master's death, and how team 10's members were imediatly ready to avenge him; the way Kakashi helped them was also endearing, because although he took the place of Asuma on the team it never felt like he was trying to replace him, seeing that he left all the planning to Shikamaru.

The battles on this one were very epic, I always enjoy Shikamaru's strategies, he's a real genius in the battlefield. I also really enjoy Hidan and Kakuzu's team, they work really well together (I'm glad they weren't winning though).

As always, it's a bit disappointing to see that the girls hardly participate in battle :(

[T.R. Preston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing stuff from start to finish. You can't get anything less than a five-star from me for any volume before the Fourth Ninja War. You just can't. This series was the gold standard for so many years.

Shikamaru is at his best here. Kakashi also had his time to shine, going toe-to-toe with someone who once fought Hashirama Senju.

[Elinor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Evidemment le début avait un petit air de déjà vu étant donné que j'avais commencé celui-là au lieu du tome 36 la dernière fois --"
Encore un tome épique ! Shikamaru est vraiment beaucoup trop cool et intelligent ! Et Naruto a progressé !

[Vendea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tohle byla naprostá paráda. Spousta akce, napětí, Kakashiho... a Šikamaru. To je prostě borec největší.

4/5*

[Odo · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5.0

[Insomnolent Reader °ㅠ_ㅠ° · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best battle yet.

[DonutKnow · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ahh Shikamaru is definitely one of my favourites- what a cool, smart guy 😍😍

[Catarina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Um dos melhores volumes. Não a toa Shikamaru é um dos meus personagens favoritos