Naruto: Himawari’s Connection to the Nine-Tailed Fox, Explained

Boruto: Two Blue Vortex has brought significant changes for Boruto Uzumaki and the ninjas of the Hidden Leaf Village.

In a surprising twist, a major revelation involving Boruto’s sister, Himawari, has emerged, reshaping expectations for many shonen fans.

Warning: Spoilers ahead for Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, Chapter 8. Proceed with caution if you haven’t read it yet.

The latest manga installment introduces two Divine Tree clones, Jura and Hidari, who arrive in Konoha searching for specific targets, notably Naruto Uzumaki and Sarada Uchiha.

Despite their sinister intentions, they boldly enter the village without disguise. Jura, able to sense the chakra of the tailed beasts, unexpectedly detects someone else.

Himawari and Kurama (Credits: Masashi Kishimoto)

Is Himawari The New Nine-Tails?

As Kawaki and Delta confront the Divine Trees, Kawaki is swiftly defeated, showcasing the formidable strength of the village’s new adversaries. Jura reveals his ability to sense the power of the “Biju” within Naruto, indicating that Naruto is a Jinchuriki hosting a tailed beast.

However, the unexpected discovery occurs when Jura and Hidari encounter Himawari, mistaking her for Naruto and suggesting that Boruto’s sister may possess Biju energy of her own.

Naruto: Himawari's Connection to the Nine-Tailed Fox, Explained
Himawari and Kurama (Credits: Masashi Kishimoto)

Following Kurama’s demise during the battle against Jigen, there’s speculation that the Nine-Tailed Fox’s spirit might have transferred to Himawari.

Alternatively, there could be another beast within her, as the events during the three-year gap between Naruto Next Generations and Two Blue Vortex remain shrouded in mystery.

The revelation surrounding Himawari’s potential as a vessel for a tailed beast adds an intriguing layer to the evolving narrative of Boruto: Two Blue Vortex.