NARUTO - Pakkun - Lying down plush 13cm

This Banpresto soft toy depicts Pakkun, the famous ninja dog associated with Kakashi Hatake in the Naruto universe. Part of the Lying Down Plush collection, it is depicted lying completely flat, which emphasises its compact silhouette and distinctive expression. The soft toy measures approximately 13 cm in height and has a total depth of approximately 28 cm.

Pakkun is depicted lying on his stomach, with his legs stretched out in front of and behind him. His brown and beige coat matches his appearance in the anime, with a light-coloured muzzle, small dark ears and his famous scowling expression. His forehead is also adorned with the Konoha ninja headband, one of the features that makes him instantly recognisable amongst Kakashi’s various ninja dogs.

The ‘Lying Down’ design features a particularly elongated and soft silhouette. With a depth of approximately 28 cm, this version is significantly longer than its height of 13 cm and can be placed on a shelf, a desk, a sofa or amongst a collection of Naruto soft toys. Banpresto describes this design as soft and comfortable enough to be placed easily on a variety of surfaces.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: Banpresto / Bandai Spirits
• Range / Collection: Lying Down Plush
• Licence: Naruto
• Character: Pakkun
• Type: collectable soft toy
• Position: lying down
• Height: approx. 13 cm
• Depth / length: approx. 28 cm
• Material: detailed composition not provided by the manufacturer on the product page
• EAN: 4580886903696

Origin and character background (Lore)

Pakkun is one of the eight ninja dogs, or ninken, that Kakashi Hatake can summon using the Summoning Technique. The official Naruto website specifically identifies this group as comprising Pakkun, Shiba, Biscuit, Akino, Guruko, Wuhei, Urushi and Bull, all of whom are presented as Kakashi’s loyal partners.

Among this pack, Pakkun plays a particularly prominent role in the story. During the invasion of Konoha, Kakashi summons him to accompany Naruto, Sakura and Shikamaru as they track Sasuke. Pakkun then uses his ninja dog abilities to follow Sasuke’s trail and guide the group, illustrating his recurring role as a tracker and support during missions.

He continues to fulfil this role in Naruto Shippuden. During the Kazekage rescue arc, Pakkun notably manages to locate the Akatsuki hideout sought by Kakashi’s team. Despite his small stature and perpetually stern expression, he is thus one of the Copy Ninja’s most reliable and recognisable summoning partners.