Naruto, Vol. 61: Uchiha Brothers United Front

Naruto volume 61, titled Uchiha Brothers United Front, was authored and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto as part of his long-running ninja epic published in Weekly Shonen Jump. Released in Japan in 2012 and subsequently by VIZ Media in North America, this volume focuses on the pivotal alliance between brothers Itachi and Sasuke Uchiha as they confront the reanimated Kabuto Yakushi. Kishimoto intended this arc to reconcile the complex, tragic history of the Uchiha clan, utilizing dynamic, high-stakes battle choreography to advance the series toward its final conflict.

The volume is recognized for its cover art, which features the signature stylistic approach Kishimoto developed over the decade-long serialization of the series. By this stage in the narrative, the art had evolved to emphasize more intense shading and intricate character designs reflecting the somber themes of war and lineage. It was well-received by the existing fanbase, who had followed the decades-spanning mystery of the Uchiha brothers' past, and it remains a staple of the manga's expansive collection for its role in concluding one of the series' most significant subplots.