Kishimoto created Sakura to show human nature. Inner Sakura depicts her real self. Despite regrets, Kishimoto never expanded ...

Hinata was always known as Naruto’s quiet yet devoted supporter, while Sakura was vocal about her love for Sasuke. Both had feelings that remained sincere and unconditional throughout the series.

Ino and Sakura’s rivalry is frequently criticized for being shallow and revolving around a boy who (at least at the time) wasn’t even interested in them. But while Sasuke played a major role ...