Deep in southeastern France, a theme park based upon a Belgian cartoon is set to include a famous ninja in its mix of roller coasters, swings and other attractions.

Parc Spirou, in Monteux, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, will welcome Naruto Uzumaki and his friends with Konoha Land in 2026 with a roller coaster and rotating ride alongside familiar locales from the Village Hidden in the Leaves.

It makes sense that France gets access to this Naruto fun as they love the orange-clad ninja, where the manga by Masashi Kishimoto has sold more than 30 million copies to date. Most recently, French Burger King locations started a Naruto-themed promotion which eventually spread worldwide.

Kyūbi Unchained is a one kilometre-long coaster that speeds riders in trains designed to look like Kurama, the fiery Nine Tails fox demon. Reaching a top speed of 75 kilometres and hour and with 30 metre drop, thrill-seekers will get the experience of being on a tailed beast!

Aside from his Mult-Shadow Clone Jutsu, Naruto’s probably best known for his Rasengan attack. Spin around like a whirling ball of high-energy on the Rasengan Chakra Rotation on four rotating arms with gondolas seating 32 Genin (or Chunin, Jonin, or even Hokage).

Snap photos at the legendary Konoha Gate, a scene familiar to many ninja on their way on a special mission. Or, test what it’s like to become a shinobi with feared Chunin Exam Grounds. After all that hard work, grab a bite to eat at Ichiraku Ramen, pay the Hokage a visit with a stop at the bustling head ninja’s office, or admire the massive faces of Hokage Rock.

The addition of Naruto to Parc Spirou is a four year project between the park, Mediatoon, Shueisha, Studio Pierrot, and TV Tokyo, according to a press release.

Since opening in 2018, Parc Spirou has welcomed over 1.5 million visitors to enjoy its 25 unique attractions. Konoha Land will open in Spring 2026, just in time for the busy summer tourist months.

Sources: NARUTO OFFICIAL SITE, Parc Spirou

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