A 100% Kazekage Rescue Arc Kuji (Naruto Shippuden)
The new lottery Ichiban Kuji Naruto Shippuden Kazekage Rescue Arc is coming, and honestly, the theme hits exactly where it hurts: the very start of Shippuden, when the Akatsuki shifts into high gear and Gaara, now Kazekage, gets targeted by Deidara and Sasori. We’re right in that “Naruto returns to the village” moment, the formation of Team Kakashi with Sakura, and the emergency mission to Suna to get Gaara back. Result: a super coherent line-up, centered on Shippuden’s first major shock.
Main prizes: the Masterlise figures that anchor the arc
This is the heavy stuff: five Masterlise (A to E) covering the arc’s pillars, plus a Last One that clearly serves as the Akatsuki-side “final boss.”
- Official theme: Kazekage Rescue Arc (early Naruto Shippuden)
- Character focus: Naruto, Sakura, Kakashi, Gaara (Kazekage), Sasori, Deidara
- Originality: big Akatsuki emphasis (Sasori + Deidara) + Kazekage Gaara—this is exactly this arc’s DNA
- Key info : 790 yen (tax included) per draw, release planned for June 26, 2026, Double Chance until the end of September 2026
Full prize rundown (with Naruto Shippuden context)
I’m breaking down everything officially listed. For each prize, I’ll place the character back into the Kazekage Rescue Arc (the moment the Akatsuki captures Gaara, and Naruto and Sakura get thrown into a mission that turns into a tragedy).
Prize A: Naruto Uzumaki Masterlise (approx. 24 cm)
Naruto in his early Shippuden look, right when he returns after training with Jiraiya and rushes into the “Save Gaara” mission. It’s literally the moment he realizes the Akatsuki isn’t messing around anymore—and when his rage explodes as he understands what happened to Gaara.
Prize B: Sakura Haruno Masterlise (approx. 23 cm)
Sakura in her big Shippuden glow-up: this is the arc where she proves, in the field, everything she learned under Tsunade. And of course, when you think “Kazekage Rescue,” you think of that super iconic fight against Sasori alongside Chiyo.
Prize C: Kakashi Hatake Masterlise (approx. 25 cm)
For Kakashi, this is the arc where he faces Deidara and has to deal with an enemy bombing from long range while protecting Naruto. It’s the moment Team 7 becomes an active unit again, with Kakashi leading the squad on a mission that turns into a full-on sprint to Suna.
Prize D: Gaara (Kazekage) Masterlise (approx. 24 cm)
Gaara as Kazekage is the heart of the theme: the arc kicks off with his abduction, and everyone converges on Suna to get him back. This version hits especially hard because it symbolizes the Gaara “healed” by Naruto… and yet he’s the first one targeted by the Akatsuki.
Prize E: Sasori Masterlise (approx. 23 cm)
Sasori is the other pillar of the arc: an Akatsuki member and the main opponent of Sakura and Chiyo. It’s really the moment the Akatsuki “goes live” in the story, and the threat becomes real—direct and brutal.
Prize F: Desktop figures (4 models, not selectable, approx. 4 cm)
A tiny prize but packed with references: you’ve got elements directly tied to this arc and the forces involved. The set includes Shukaku and Kurama (magnet version), and Deidara’s explosive clay (mascot version). It’s exactly the kind of small “desk” item that reminds you of Gaara’s One-Tail being captured and Deidara’s entrance onto the scene.
Prize G: Stamp & notebook collection (7 models, selectable)
A “usable” set (stamp approx. 6 cm, B6 notebook) that stays on-theme for Naruto Shippuden. The fact that it’s selectable is a real plus for a Kuji: you can go for the design that speaks to you most without praying to pull it at random.
Prize H: Naruto 72 series acrylic charms (9 models, not selectable, approx. 5 cm)
Acrylic charms based on “Naruto 72 series” illustrations. This is the classic “collection” prize: you can pull different characters/visuals, but it’s not selectable, so it’s clearly for people who love completing a series.
Prize I: Akatsuki visual set (6 models, selectable, A4 size, 2 sheets)
A prize fully focused on the Akatsuki: visual sets (A4, two sheets) with “Akatsuki members” designs. And since the Kazekage Rescue Arc is exactly when the Akatsuki gets their hands on Gaara, this prize fits the theme perfectly. Big plus: selectable.
Last One Prize: Deidara Masterlise (approx. 21 cm)
The “Last One” is Deidara, and it makes sense: in this arc, he’s the one who fights Gaara and kicks off the abduction operation. You get this prize by pulling the last ticket from the display, so it’s the kind of piece that creates a real in-store hunt.
Double Chance: Deidara Masterlise (50 winners, approx. 21 cm)
The Double Chance campaign lets you try to win Deidara Masterlise (50 copies). Important: it’s announced as the same prize as the Last One, so if you want Deidara without necessarily “finishing” a display, this is the other route… but with very few winners.
If you love early-series Naruto Shippuden, this is a “clean” Kuji: Team 7 on a mission, Kazekage Gaara at the center, and the Akatsuki (Sasori + Deidara) kicking off the real hunt for the jinchūriki.
Official practical info: release planned for June 26, 2026, 790 yen (tax included) per draw. Distribution announced in Japan at convenience stores and large retailers (depending on stock—ends when it’s sold out).
And note the period: Double Chance from release day until the end of September 2026. If you’re aiming for Deidara, now’s the time to get ready.
