Makoto Ito

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Makoto Ito (伊藤诚)
Alias(es)	Group Leader; “Hokage’s Man”; boss of Konoha’s younger generation 78 113 193
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Konohagakure; Konoha Chat Group
Occupation/Role	Konoha ninja; disciple of the Third Hokage; head of Konoha’s Military Department 70 324
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Lower-middle Ninja Academy student	1, 7	Began as a civilian-born student with no bloodline and poor ninjutsu aptitude; the chat group judged his initial strength as extremely weak.
Chūnin-level ninja	8	Instantly mastered the Three Body Technique and received broad improvements in chakra, ninjutsu, nature transformations, taijutsu, genjutsu, sealing, perception, and ninja tools.
Hashirama-enhanced shinobi	26	Received Hashirama Senju’s bloodline, the Wood Release Kekkei Genkai, and a Beginner Sage Body; his vitality and chakra rose sharply.
Academy top student / Special Jōnin–Jōnin comparable	44, 53	Defeated Sasuke Uchiha decisively and continued receiving techniques and chakra through the chat group; his overall strength was assessed as at least Special Jōnin-class.
Mangekyō Sharingan wielder	87	Awakened a hexagram-patterned Mangekyō Sharingan with Kotoamatsukami.
Kage-level	98	Hashirama gifted him an Advanced Sage Body, massively increasing his chakra and physical abilities while granting authority to revive chat-group members.
Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan wielder	100	Received an Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan alongside further high-level gifts from the chat group.
Rinnegan wielder	232, 337	Received the Rinnegan from Madara; later manifested it openly and used overwhelming force to destroy the Hidden Grass Village.

Background / History

Makoto was born into the civilian Ito family of Konoha. His parents were ordinary Konoha ninja who died on a mission, leaving him a limited inheritance. He initially possessed no clan bloodline, no tailed beast, and little talent for ninjutsu; at the Academy, he ranked in the lower-middle tier and competed near the bottom with Naruto Uzumaki. 1 34

After transmigrating into this life, Makoto became the leader of the Konoha Chat Group. He quickly realized that deceased and legendary shinobi in the group could observe the world through his vision-sharing authority. He used this control to demand gifts, mute disruptive members, and acquire techniques that transformed him from an underperforming student into a capable shinobi. 4 6 8

His abrupt rise began attracting attention at the Academy. Makoto defeated Naruto in practical training, then challenged and defeated Sasuke Uchiha to take the position of top student. 34 44 His performance with the Scroll of Seals—including rapidly learning the Rasengan—convinced Hiruzen Sarutobi to accept him as a personal disciple. 62 70

Under Hiruzen’s guidance, Makoto learned about missions, the wider ninja world, safety, and the Will of Fire while accompanying several Konoha teams on routine assignments. 96 132 His chat-group gifts continued to expand his power until he reached Kage-level and gained the authority to revive group members. 98

Following Hiruzen’s death, Makoto helped bring Tsunade back to Konoha, paid her debts, and pressed her to become Fifth Hokage. He later married her. 252 259 262 Under Tsunade’s administration, he proposed and became head of Konoha’s newly formed Military Department. 324

Appearance

Makoto is repeatedly described as handsome and as having a smile that draws attention from classmates and allies alike. 34 113

• Often wears black-and-gold Hokage ceremonial robes with his circle of allies. 173 208
• Later adopts a double-breasted vintage suit, white shirt, pocket watch, and slicked-back hair, giving him the appearance of a gang boss. 318
• Wears a custom military uniform of his own design as Military Department head. 329
• Possesses a hexagram-patterned Mangekyō Sharingan and later manifests the Rinnegan. 87 337
• Displays Sage Mode markings similar to Hashirama Senju’s when using Shikkotsu Forest Sage Mode. 167

Personality

Makoto is opportunistic, shameless, and highly transactional. He openly exploits his position as group leader: he withholds vision-sharing privileges, mutes members who displease him, and adjusts his attitude immediately when offered useful gifts. 5 8 His blunt humor and willingness to taunt powerful figures—including Madara, Tobirama, and Danzō—make him difficult to intimidate. 46 118

Although often frivolous and flirtatious, he can become focused when discussing his ambitions. His stated dream is to unify the ninja world under Konoha, standardize it, and become the strongest. 79 He is also strategically minded, proposing methods to capture Black Zetsu and using his influence, wealth, and power to shape Konoha’s institutions. 342 324

Makoto’s conduct can be ruthless. During the Land of Waves arc, he tortured Gato for the location of his fortune before killing him, regarding the act as a solution to the country’s problem. 158 He later destroyed the Hidden Grass Village in retaliation connected to Karin Uzumaki. 329 337

Abilities & Skills

Konoha Chat Group Authority

As the group leader, Makoto can control group functions and benefit from its members.

• Mutes members and confines them to the “Black Room.” 4 8
• Sets members’ personalized signatures without their ability to resist. 5
• Controls vision sharing, allowing deceased members to observe the outside world through him. 6 8
• Receives techniques, chakra, bloodlines, and knowledge as gifts from group members. 8 26 264
• Gains authority to revive group members after receiving the Advanced Sage Body. 98

Rapid Learning

Makoto can master techniques almost immediately after receiving or observing them.

• Instantly mastered the Three Body Technique upon claiming it. 8
• Learned the Rasengan from the Scroll of Seals in an exceptionally short time. 62
• Used Multiple Shadow Clone Jutsu and Rasengan during Hiruzen’s observation. 65
• Mastered tree climbing, water walking, Great Fireball Technique, and Phoenix Sage Fire Technique after brief demonstrations. 96
• Has access to ninjutsu of all five affinities, with especially strong Fire Release proficiency. 137

Senju Bloodline and Wood Release

Hashirama’s gifts gave Makoto the Senju bloodline, heightened vitality, and Wood Release.

• His physical strength and chakra increased severalfold after receiving Hashirama’s bloodline. 26 34
• Can use Wood Release techniques, including the Wood Golem Technique. 141 167
• Used Sage Art: Wood Release to create a giant Wood Golem against the Nine-Tails. 167
• Later received Hashirama’s complete Wood Release techniques. 232

Sage Mode

Makoto possesses both a Beginner Sage Body and an Advanced Sage Body, as well as Shikkotsu Forest Sage Mode.

• The Advanced Sage Body greatly enhanced his chakra and physical condition. 98
• Shikkotsu Forest Sage Mode enables Sage Art-enhanced Wood Release. 99 167
• His Sage Mode markings resemble Hashirama’s. 167

Dōjutsu

Makoto possesses multiple high-level eye techniques.

• Mangekyō Sharingan — awakened naturally with a hexagram-like pattern. 87
• Kotoamatsukami — his Mangekyō ability, capable of altering another person’s will; he used it to control Kisame. 87 236
• Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan — received as a gift from the chat group. 100
• Rinnegan — received from Madara and later used during the destruction of the Hidden Grass Village. 232 337

Sealing and Uzumaki Techniques

Makoto has demonstrated powerful sealing-related abilities.

• Uses the Uzumaki Clan’s Adamantine Chains. 167
• Can access the Nine-Tails through his sealing space and release multiple manifestations of it. 202 317
• Taught Naruto about Kekkei Genkai and shared techniques with him during their encounter with the Nine-Tails. 167

Taijutsu and Combat Skill

Makoto’s physical ability rose dramatically after receiving Senju enhancements and techniques from chat-group members.

• Caught Naruto’s full-strength punch effortlessly and could have severely injured him with greater force. 34 35
• Defeated Sasuke through superior speed, strength, and footwork despite Sasuke’s Sharingan. 39 44
• Possesses the first two gates of the Eight Gates Formation. 34
• Received combat experience and abilities copied from figures such as Hashirama and Madara. 341

Other Ninjutsu

• Mastered Shuriken Jutsu — gifted by Fugaku Uchiha. 8
• Water Release — possesses Water Formation Wall and Wild Water Wave from Tobirama. 64
• Forbidden Jutsu — received Bringer-of-Darkness Technique and Mutual Exploding Tag from Tobirama. 64
• Hatake Sword Style — gifted by Sakumo Hatake. 102
• Harem Jutsu — combines shadow clones and transformation techniques; its use overwhelmed Hiruzen, Iruka, and Naruto. 65

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Sword of the Thunder God — presented by Hiruzen Sarutobi before the Land of Waves mission. 135
• Sealing Scroll — used to carry money, clothing, and other items. 198 247
• Black-and-gold Hokage ceremonial robes — outfits worn by Makoto and his associates. 173 208
• Military Department uniform — designed by Makoto and issued to the department’s thousand ninja. 328 329

Relationships

• Hiruzen Sarutobi — Makoto’s teacher and the Third Hokage; Hiruzen chose him as a personal disciple and treated him as a potential successor. 70 132
• Tsunade — Makoto pursued her after seeking her return to Konoha; they married, and she later appointed him head of the Military Department. 252 259 324
• Naruto Uzumaki — classmate, friend, and rival; Naruto originally sparred against Makoto as another low-ranked student, but later viewed him as his best friend. 34 54
• Sasuke Uchiha — academy rival whom Makoto defeated to become top student; Sasuke remained determined to surpass him. 44 70
• Ino Yamanaka — classmate who supports Makoto and develops feelings for him; she competes with Hinata for his attention. 34 46
• Hinata Hyuga — classmate who quietly supports Makoto and is attracted to him; Makoto openly discusses pursuing her. 19 34 27
• Karin Uzumaki — Makoto rescued her from the Hidden Grass Village and brought her to live safely in Konoha. 196 198 204
• Yūgao Uzuki — assigned as Makoto’s close-protection bodyguard for three years; Makoto later confessed to and kissed her. 205 212
• Kurenai Yūhi — initially one of Makoto’s teachers; their relationship became romantic after his rescue of her during the Akatsuki encounter. 230 236 299
• Hashirama Senju — chat-group elder, benefactor, and informal teacher who granted Makoto Wood Release, Sage Mode, and major physical enhancements. 26 98 141
• Tobirama Senju — chat-group elder who supplied Water Release and forbidden techniques; Makoto alternates between calling him grandmaster, grandfather, and other opportunistic titles. 64 264
• Madara Uchiha — powerful chat-group ally and frequent verbal sparring partner; Madara granted Makoto the Rinnegan and at times considers him a successor. 188 232
• Might Duy and Might Guy — volunteered as Makoto’s bodyguards after his appointment to lead the Military Department. 324

Story Role / Major Arcs

Academy Rise

Makoto begins as an overlooked Academy student, then uses chat-group gifts to overwhelm Naruto and Sasuke in successive practical challenges. His victory over Sasuke changes his reputation from “Dead Last” to top student. 34 44 46

Hiruzen’s Disciple

After displaying extraordinary learning speed with the Scroll of Seals, Makoto becomes Hiruzen’s personal disciple. He trains under Hiruzen while joining missions with Teams 7, 8, and 10. 62 70 132

Land of Waves

Makoto joins the Land of Waves mission, receives the Sword of the Thunder God, and confronts Gato. He extracts Gato’s wealth through brutal intimidation, kills him, and leaves with Zabuza and Haku. 135 158 159

Chūnin Exams and Karin’s Rescue

Makoto enters the Chūnin Exams independently and presents himself as the leader of Konoha’s younger generation. During the examinations, he rescues Karin from the Hidden Grass Village and brings her under his protection. 193 196 198

Tsunade Retrieval and Marriage

Makoto finds Tsunade in Tanzaku Town, pays her debt, and supports her candidacy as Fifth Hokage. He later fakes his death to force a confession, after which Tsunade agrees to marry him. 247 252 259 262

Military Department

As Tsunade’s appointee, Makoto establishes Konoha’s Military Department with more than a thousand ninja. He appoints powerful vice-heads, orders annual evaluations, and designs a new uniform for the organization. 324 328 329

Hidden Grass Village Destruction

Seeking revenge connected to Karin, Makoto activates the Rinnegan and annihilates the Hidden Grass Village with a single attack. 329 337

Trivia

• Makoto’s surname is explicitly Ito rather than Uzumaki, Senju, or Uchiha; he began without a clan bloodline. 1
• He frequently calls unrelated older men “uncle,” including Teuchi, despite their objections. 97 98
• His stated hobby is looking at beautiful women every day. 78 372
• He introduced the “hehehehe” laugh that became a recurring chat-group habit. 5 204
• Hashirama speculated that Makoto may possess both Indra and Asura’s chakra due to inheriting the strength and experience of Hashirama and Madara; this remains a speculation within the story. 341