Naruto Funko Pops! Guide

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Asad Mehmood

Asad is a curious Capricorn, who with his undying love for knowledge accumulation, can always be found reading, researching, or writing about something new. Of course, that is when he’s not busy watching anime, playing league of legends, farming Ancient Fruits in Stardew Valley, and reading manga, novels, and novellas. His history with Anime and Manga runs goes way back to the early 2000s. He grew up watching Anime like Dragon Ball Z, Beyblade G-Revolution, Pokémon, Naruto, and sort.

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Funko Pops! is unarguably one of the most successful figurines in the history of collectible toys and action figures. Since its foundation in 1998, the company has come up with more than 8000 different figures or, as they are more popularly known today, Pop! Vinyl.

I came around collecting Funko Pops! back in 2016; this was a little before the Shippuden came to an end. I have always loved collecting memorable items that I’m passionate about. This passion is certainly not limited to Funko Pops! by any means and extends to Posters, Trading Cards, Action Figures, Wearables, and more.

Naruto is one of the most successful anime series of all time, with millions of fans around the globe. The longevity of the anime can be attributed to the fact that even 5+ years after the ending of the original series and with more than 700 episodes to watch, anime is still being picked up and loved by new fans.

With all that said, let’s dive into this Naruto Funko Pops! Guide. Whether you are a new Funko Pops! Collector, or are just a die-hard Naruto fan like me who wants to know all about its collectibles, I’ll guide you through here.

Naruto Funko Pop! Figures are highly sought-after collectibles. These cute chibi Japanese-style figures with large heads and small bodies come in multiple waves with various Hot Topics and Exclusive Limited Editions. Several of them come with cool features like being larger than the standard ones and glow-in-the-dark.

There are two major types of people who buy these Funko Pops! Firstly, there are loyal fans who keep them as a way to show their love for the series plus as a memento of some great moments and characters from the anime. And the second type is called Flippers, people who buy these figures in bulk in the hope of selling them for high prices once those Pops! become rare.

Hence, I’ll be sharing my experience from both stances as a fan who loves collecting and keeping these figures as well as from an investment POV. Now without further ado, let’s dive into this guide!

SPOILERS ALERT: MOVE RIGHT BACK IF YOU DON’T WANT ANY SPOILERS FROM THE SHOW!

A Quick List for Those Who Are Running Late!

Funko Pops! are easily accessible as the official site offers worldwide shipment, and you can even pre-order some rare figures from there as well. However, there are many Pops! that has been vaulted, which makes them pretty rare and hard to get.

With that in mind, I have picked some commons, exclusives, comic con releases, and rarities that you can get your hands on easily. Here is a quick list for those who want a short look at the figures mentioned in this guide.

• 73 Kurama
• 97 Kurama Mode Kurama
• 725 Kurama (Majestic Attire: Susanoo)
• 71 Naruto
• 185 Naruto (Sage Mode)
• 186 Naruto (Six Path)
• 932 Naruto (Sixth Path Sage)
• 72 Sasuke
• 455 Sasuke Curse Mark Vinyl Figure
• 1023 Sasuke Uchiha (Rinnegan)
• 732 Naruto vs. Sasuke Moment
• 182 Kakashi
• 548 Kakashi (Lightning Blade)
• 822 Kakashi (Lightning Blade)
• 994 Kakashi Hatake (Anbu)
• 729 Orochimaru
• 730 Tsunade
• 73 Jiraiya on Toad
• Naruto (Sage mode) Prototype
• Sasuke Uchiha Prototype
• Kakashi Hatake (Anbu) Prototype
• Kaguya Otsutsuki
• Sasuke (Rinnegan) (Glow in Dark)
• Funko Pop! Naruto Ramen Bowl Mystery box

In this guide, I’ll share some of the most popular and in-demand Funko Pop! Figures from the Naruto and Naruto Shippuden Series. It will help you choose a Pop! as a fan as well as an investor. Firstly, I’ll go through some decent picks for fans who are looking to buy a decent Pop! After that, I’ll share some rare Pops! that is a solid buy from an investment POV.

The Nine-Tailed Demon Fox: Kurama

Firstly, there is the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox Series, or more lovingly known as the Kurama Funko Pop! Series by the fans. Kurama’s journey from being the utterly abhorred demon fox who destroyed the hidden leaf village to being the savior of the world alongside Naruto has made him one of the beloved tailed beasts among fans.

Currently, Kurama has 3 Funko Pop! Figures dedicated to him for his heroic services in the 4^th Great Ninja War. Let’s take a look at all of these cool figures and admire their details to our heart’s content.

#73 Kurama

The No. 73 Kurama is a 6-inches tall Naruto Shippuden Hot Topic Pre-Release Funko Pop! It also has two more variants in the form of GameStop Flocked Exclusive and a Common Pop!, both similar in size. As a fan, this well-made classic Kurama Pop! However, I like some later versions of him more. Being an Exclusive super-sized Pop!, it is a fair enough buy for flippers as well.

Rarity: Naruto Shippuden Hot Topic Pre-Release Funko Pop!

Other Variants:

• GameStop Flocked Exclusive
• Common Pop!

#97 Kurama Mode: Kurama

This one is a super-sized GameStop Exclusive Kurama figure with a glow-in-the-dark feature. This one is widely considered the best Kurama Pop! However, I have my eyes set on the second entry on the list; more on this one at the end of the list. Stay alert, investors! 🙂

Rarity: Super-Sized GameStop Exclusive Kurama Figure with a Glow in the Dark Feature.

#725 Kurama (Majestic Attire: Susanoo)

This one is my personal favorite from the Kurama Funko Pop! Series. Similar to the other figures in the series, it’s a 6 inches tall Hot Topic Exclusive Funko Pop! Figure. You can also get this under the Silver Sticker Special Edition label. A must-have for collectors.

Rarity: Hot Topic Exclusive Funko Pop! Figure.

Other Variants:

• Silver Sticker Special Edition

The Orange Hokage: Naruto Uzumaki

Being the protagonist, Naruto is unarguably the most popular character in the series. His life-long journey from being an orphan who faced the grievance of everyone to becoming the hero who saved the world has inspired many of us throughout our days.

Naruto himself has one of the largest numbers of Funko Pops! dedicated to him. Every single one of them is a solidification of his iconic moments. To make your life easy, I’ll only mention the extremely popular ones among fans and collectors.

#71 Naruto

This classical Naruto Funko Pop! is a competitive choice for collectors; it was one of the earliest Funko Pops! to release. This one is a Hot Topic Pre-Release Exclusive Funko Pop! Figure.

Rarity: Hot Topic Pre-Release Exclusive Funko Pop!

#185 Naruto (Sage Mode)

The Sage Mode reminds you of many iconic moments from the series, some happy, some equally sad. Naruto’s victory over Pain, the epic entry of the Sage Mode Naruto in the destroyed Konoha, the death of Kakashi Hatake, the painful death of Jiraiya, and Naruto becoming the Hero of the Leaf.

This Pop! is one of the most sought-after figures from the series. An excellent choice for fans and flippers alike.

Rarity: GameStop Exclusive Funko Pop! Figure

#186 Naruto (Six Path)

This Funko Pop! figure has two Hot Topic Exclusives. Personally, I am not a big fan of the full yellow one as I adore the detailing of the common version.

Rarity: Hot Topic Exclusive Funko Pop! Figure. (Common)

Other Variants:

• Hot Topic Exclusive Funko Pop! Figure. (Glow in the Dark)

932 Naruto (Sixth Path Sage)

Mix up Sage Mode with Six Path Chakra, and you get the Six Path Sage Naruto Funko Pop! So far, the strongest form of Naruto, this Pop! series celebrates the power of this mode with three different variants.

Rarity: Common Pop!

Other Variants:

• Glow In The Dark Specialty Series
• Glow In The Dark Special Edition

Other Naruto Funko Pops! That You Might Like

Some other special and limited edition Naruto Funko Pop! Figures that you might love to add to your collections are listed below

• #181 Naruto (Rasengan)
• #726 Naruto Uzumaki (Sexy Jutsu)
• #727 Naruto Uzumaki Running
• #823 Naruto Uzumaki Eating Ramen

The Shadow of the Leaf: Sasuke Uchiha

As one of the last surviving members of the famed Uchiha Clan of the hidden leaf village, Sasuke has a massive fandom. After all, he has the looks and talent to back it up as well. Sasuke is one of the integral parts of Naruto’s journey and the same can be said for Naruto Funko Pops! Collectors.

Sasuke has some of his own Exclusive Hot Topic Funko Pops! to please the fans. Figures that I have mentioned below. Check them out and try to avoid the Sharingan.

#72 Sasuke

Alongside the #71 Naruto, this is among the first Funko Pops! to be ever made for the Shippuden series. This classical Sasuke Funko Pop! figure is waiting to be a part of your Pop! Family.

Rarity: Common Pop!

#455 Sasuke Curse Mark Vinyl Figure

I am obsessed with the Curse Mark details of this Funko Pop! Figure. There are three options to consider when buying this Pop! The Convention Exclusive, the Special Edition, and the Common Figure, which you should get if you don’t care much about the stickers and want to save some money.

Rarity: Convention Exclusive Pop!

Other Variants:

• Special Edition Pop!
• Common Pop!

#1023 Sasuke Uchiha (Rinnegan)

With some slick details representing the prime of Sasuke Uchiha, this Sasuke Funko Pop! is a must-have for fans and collectors.

Rarity: AAA Anime Exclusive Pop!

The Final Battle: Naruto vs Sasuke

Is it getting hard for you to choose between Naruto and Sasuke Funko Pop! figures? Do you want to have both of them but are limited by the budget? Want to have a recollection of the greatest fighting moment from the series? Well, do not panic, as this upcoming Funko Pop! figure is the solution to all your problems.

#732 Naruto vs. Sasuke Moment

Even though this moment Pop! will take some additional space on your Pop! Shelf, to me, this iconic piece is worth it. This is my number one in the Top Funko Pops! list.

Rarity: GameStop 2-pack Exclusive Pop!

The 6^th Hokage: Kakashi Hatake

Up next on the list is our adored sensei of team 7, son of the White Fang, and the 6^th Hokage of the Leaf Village, Kakashi Hatake. I would say I’m sadder about Kakashi losing his Sharingan than anything else. I mean, it was part of his identity as the Kakashi of the Sharingan, the Copy Ninja.

Anyhow, keeping my sadness aside, Kakashi has his fair share of fandom. And this has been so since the very start of the series. And his personality continued to sparkle and glow brighter as the series reached its finale. At the moment, there are four cool Funko Pop! Figures dedicated to the Copy Ninja.

#182 Kakashi

This Funko Pop! figure is one of my favorites from the list as I appreciate all of the thorough detailing on the headband and clothes. Just look at them!

Rarity: Common Pop!

#548 Kakashi (Lightning Blade)

This version of Kakashi’s Pop! is among the most popular ones. It shows Kakashi with his signature move as well as his Sharingan activated. This battle-ready Kakashi figure has three variants, and all of them have tremendous details.

Rarity: Hot Topic Exclusive Pop!

Other Variants:

• Special Edition Pop!
• Common Pop!

#822 Kakashi (Lightning Blade)

This cool yet intimidating Funko Pop! shows Kakashi ready to strike down his opponents. This Funko Pop! figure has a Hot Topic and Special Edition Figure as well as a GameStop exclusive version in the form of the Naruto ramen bowl mystery box.

Rarity: Hot Topic Exclusive Pop!

Other Variants:

• Special Edition Pop!
• GameStop Exclusive Pop!

#994 Kakashi Hatake (Anbu)

It’s a highly collectible Funko Pop! Kakashi figure. It shows Kakashi in his younger days when he was an Anbu. This figure is AAA Anime Exclusive, and it is quite famous among fans which makes it a strong buy.

Rarity: AAA Anime Exclusive Pop!

The 3 Legendary Sannin of Konohagakure

Next up on my list are the Funko Pop! Figures of the well-known 3 Sages. Mentored by non-other than the 3^rd Hokage himself, these three are among the strongest characters in the Naruto series, rightfully called the legendary sannin of Konohagakure.

As the Naruto series continues, our legendary sannin comes near to the fans’ hearts. All three of them, Tsunade, Jiraiya and Orochimaru have their own special and sacred home in our hearts. Mentioned below are the Funko Pop! figures of each one of them that you will surely want to make a part of your Funko Pop! figurine family.

#729 Orochimaru

Student of the 3^rd Hokage, mentor of Sasuke Uchiha, member of Akatsuki, the mad scientist of Konoha, and ironically one of the key members who saved the world during the 4^th Great Ninja war by his reanimation of the 4 Hokages, Orochimaru is a flavorful Pop! to add to your Pop! Collection. However, beware that he is holding a blade, and he’s most probably after your body!

Rarity: Common Pop!

#730 Tsunade

The gorgeous princess of Konoha, heir of the Senju clan, granddaughter of the 1^st Hokage; Hashirama Senju, the greatest Medic Ninja in the world, and the 5^th Hokage of the Leaf Village is ready to knock you out with her Funko Pop! Figure.

Rarity: Common Pop!

#73 Jiraiya on Toad

Jiraiya was one of the most influential figures in Naruto’s life. He mentored three great shinobis, including the 4^th Hokage, Minato, Nagato Uzumaki, and Naruto Uzumaki. His life is filled with pervy novels, unsuccessful attempts on Tsunade, and an epic tale of sagehood, wisdom, and sacrifice.

His Funko Pop! comes featuring his iconic pose atop a toad summon and is among the largest Funko figures to be ever produced. This is also among the most in-demand figures by the collector’s community. Investors alert! 🙂

You can get this pop! Ride exclusive hot topic and special edition figure of pervy sage riding the toad in a larger size as well.

Rarity: Ride Exclusive Hot Topic Pop!

Other Variants:

• Special Edition Pop!

Some Other Fan-Favourite Funko Pop! Figures

Cheer up! There’s no need to feel down if you cannot find your favorite character’s Funko Pop! figure in the list mentioned above. Here are some other prominent Naruto Funko Pop! Figures that you can look up and add to your collection.

• #183 Sakura
• #184 Tobi
• #578 Itachi
• #722 Madara
• #978 Madara Uchiha with Weapons
• #728 Gaara
• #739 Rock Lee
• #933 Shikamaru Nara
• #935 Minato (Rasengan)
• #944 Pain with Shinra Tensei Glow

Now, let’s look at some rare Funko Pop! Figures from the franchise that are prized pics for investors and are considered the Holy Grail of Naruto Funko Pops!

Prototype Funko Pop! Figures

The Naruto series has its reasonable share of Funko Pop! figures that solidify some special moments from Naruto’s long, experience-filled journey of becoming the 7^th Hokage.

If you are buying Naruto Funko Pops! from an investment point of view, then even though they are hard to get your hands on, I would suggest you spend especially on the prototypes as they are among the most valuable Naruto Shippuden Funko Pop! Figures.

Naruto (Sage mode) Prototype

Sasuke Uchiha Prototype

Kakashi Hatake (Anbu) Prototype

Some Other Valuable Naruto Funko Pop! Figures

Besides the Prototype Figures, the following are some normal Naruto Funko Pops! that are highly sought after within the fandom and collectors’ community. These can be considered some solid picks for investors as well.

#97 Kurama Mode: Kurama

So here we are, investors; I told you we would see this one again later down the list. 🙂

#179 Kaguya Otsutsuki

This unique and rare Kaguya Funko Pop! is cherished for its commendable attention to detail. This figure is also pretty unique as it is a comic con limited edition, which adds to its value.

Rarity: Comic-Con Limited Edition

Jiraiya on Toad

And once again, we meet with the Pervy Sage. This unique Pop! has a ride of its own and can take your Funko Pop! Collection to new heights. This famous Pop! rides exclusive of the legendary sannin of Konohagakure, which is about 10cm; it is much loved by the fans and is a prized pick among investors as well.

Rarity: Super-Sized Ride Exclusive Hot Topic Pop!

#1023 Sasuke (Rinnegan) (Glow in Dark)

There is only a 1:6 chance of receiving the glow-in-the-dark Sasuke Rinnegan Funko Pop! figure, and due to its rarity, every die-hard Naruto fan wants it in their collection, which makes it expensive and a good source of investment.

Rarity: Extremely Rare 1:6 Chance Edition

Funko Pop! Naruto Ramen Bowl Mystery Box

I don’t know about you, but I like surprises! And one of the best ways to add this spice into my life is by getting a Funko Pop! Naruto Ramen Bowl Mystery Box. Through the searing hot bowl, they serve fans with exclusive Naruto Pop! Figures. An experience I truly enjoy as a fan I would not want to miss.

Not only does it have the famous Kakashi Lightning Blade pop!, but it also comes with four collector buttons of Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Konohagakure symbols along with the Naruto PEZ dispenser.

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Final Thoughts

Naruto is one of the most influential animes of my life, and I have seen over 100 animes, a fact that I like to proudly state now and then. With millions of fans around the globe, I am not surprised that you would want these cool Funko Pops! to be a part of your collection just like I do.

As an end note, if you want a top 3 pick from my personal collection for a quick buy, then I would recommend the #185 Naruto (Sage Mode), #548 Kakashi (Lightning Blade), and #732 Naruto vs. Sasuke Moment.

For me, the Sage Mode Naruto Pop! reminds me of the great arc and many epic and emotional moments associated with it. Besides that, the Pop! is exceptionally detailed and fun to keep. The Lightning Blade Kakashi can be associated with any of Kakashi’s awesome battles but this specific Pop! reminds me of his first that we got to see. The iconic battle versus Zabuza Momochi at the bridge that was later named the Great Naruto Bridge.

Lastly, the Naruto vs. Sasuke Pop! is the solidification of the final moment of the most epic duel in the whole series between two friends, enemies, and rivals. It’s an outstanding Pop! that I like to mention as my no.1 on my most favorite Naruto Funko Pop! list.

I hope this guide helped you learn about all the things that you wanted to know about these Funko Pops! both as a fan and as a collector. Until next time, have fun adding new ninjas to your collection.