Naruto: The First Hokage Was Surpassed by These Hidden Ninjas

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This article contains spoilers from Naruto’s Fourth Great Ninja War.

Summary

  • Known as the God of Shinobi, Hashirama Senju was a master of Sage Mode.
  • After Hashirama, ninjas like Minato, Naruto, Sasuke, and Obito surpassed him.
  • Only a select few, like Guy and Kakashi, ever reached or surpassed Hashirama’s level.

In the realm of the anime series Naruto, there aren’t many figures as revered as the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju. Known for co-founding the Concealed Village (Hidden Leaf Village) with Madara Uchiha, he was a remarkable ninja who emerged from a time of constant warfare and ultimately became the most powerful.

Despite being highly regarded initially, Hashirama Senju was eventually outmatched by numerous other ninjas in later times. It’s often challenging to accept, but by the conclusion of the Naruto series, Hashirama wasn’t among the top five strongest ninjas of all time.

The Immense Strength Of The First Hokage in Naruto

  • Known as the God of Shinobi
  • A Master Of Sage Mode

In the tumultuous period known as the Warring States Era, I bore witness to the birth of Hashirama Senju. A time before organized shinobi villages were established, it was an age marked by endless conflict, from which both Hashirama and Madara tragically lost their younger brothers. Moved by this loss, they vowed to create a sanctuary where children could be shielded from the ravages of war and perhaps even end it entirely.

While wars continued to plague Hashirama’s lifetime, his impact was undeniable. He founded Konoha, a significant step towards peace, and his power grew immensely over time. By this stage in history, his might equaled that of Madara Uchiha and allowed him to emerge victorious in their confrontations.

Shinobi are people who endure to achieve their goals, like Madara and I. — Hashirama Senju

During his time, Hashirama Senju was exceptionally powerful and earned the title of Shinobi’s Deity. Although his life may have been short-lived, his power was nothing short of awe-inspiring, which explains why Hashirama remains revered even years following his demise. Few shinobis, if any, have matched Hashirama Senju’s strength, but Kishimoto has chosen to focus on the select few who approached such greatness.

Many Ninjas Surpassed Hashirama Senju, the First Hokage In Naruto

Minato Reached Hashirama’s Level, But Naruto Surpassed His

Following Hashirama’s passing, only a handful of shinobi managed to attain a power level comparable to his. Yet, some persisted and made significant advancements. For example, the Third Hokage was revered as a deity among shinobi, and his strength during his peak years was widely regarded as unparalleled among the Hokage. Regrettably, spectators never had the chance to witness him in action during his prime. Moreover, Kishimoto himself acknowledged Minato Namikaze, the Fourth Hokage, as a ninja possessing the same level of prowess as Hashirama Senju, which underscores that he too reached an impressive pinnacle.

He was a Shinobi like no other. We’ll never see another like the Fourth Hokage. — Jiraiya

The Next Generation Surpassed The Old One

In comparison to those who surpassed him, there aren’t many. Notable figures like Obito Uchiha, Madara Uchiha, Naruto Uzumaki, and Sasuke Uchiha exceeded Hashirama Senju’s power multiple times. Realistically, Hashirama was far outmatched by them. Additionally, Might Guy surpassed him when he activated his 8th Gate, and Kakashi for a short while with his twin Mangekyo Sharingan and Six Paths chakra. Apart from these characters, no one has approached Hashirama Senju’s level, demonstrating the extraordinary feats achieved by him during his ninja life.

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2025-04-13 01:05