Hidden Leaf Clans

Aburame Clan

The Aburame clan is one of the four noble clans of Konohagakure. The name of the clan means 'cockroach' which also refers to the clan using insects as their weapons. At the time of birth, the members of this clan are made to breed insects of different types that reside under the host's skin. From then on the insects and the host live in a symbiotic relationship. Thus the insects come in handy for them during the time of combat.

Akimichi Clan

The Akimichi are a clan of warriors. At first, they were seen as oversized wannabe warriors. Due to their huge weight, they weren't deemed useful as warriors and due to this, the members of this clan developed a unique fighting style that is aided by their body weight. Their fighting style is their most prized and precious secret. The Baika no Jutsu allows them to quickly enlarge various body parts. This allows them to deal large amounts of damage which makes up for their lack of speed. Due to the creation of this jutsu, the Akimichi clan made its way to the top and became one of the most respected clans of Konohagakure. The people of this clan are respectful and peaceful.

Hyuga Clan

The Hyuga clan are the descendants of the Otsutsuki clan. Due to this, they're distant cousins to the Uchiha, Senju, Uzumaki, and Kaguya clans. They're considered to be one of the strongest clans of Konohagakure. The clan is separated into two parts: the main house and the branch house. This system protects them from outsiders. The main house runs the family and the branch family is in charge of the protection of the family. The members of the branch family are marked with a seal on their third birthday as seen on Neji. This seal gives the main house control over the branch house members. The seal also makes sure that the Byakugan is safe, by sealing up the Byakugan after the user dies.

Inuzuka Clan

The Inuzuka clan is known for the use of their Ninken as fighting companions. The members of this clan are given canine partners once they reach a certain age. The owner and canine become inseparable. The ninjas and their canines use cooperative ninjutsu like Fang Passing Fang or Fang Rotating Fang against their enemies. They have exceptional teamwork with their sharp claws and teeth. They are also able to communicate with their canines. They have heightened senses and by concentrating their chakra at certain sensory points they can even amplify them to a greater extent. Their fighting primarily revolves around their speed, strength, and agility.

Nara Clan

The Nara clan is known for its ability to manipulate shadows. The clan has had a book with various medicines for generations, thus showing that they're quite proficient in medicine and healing. The Nara clan is also known for the special bond that they have with the deer of the Nara Clan forest where only their clan members are allowed, unless permission is given to an outsider. The Nara clan has a special relationship with the Akimichi and Yamanaka clans. To strengthen their bonds together, the Sarutobi clan gives them special earnings, which get passed on from generation to generation after they get promoted to chunin.

Yamanaka Clan

The people of the Yamanaka clan specialize in mind-related techniques and they run a flower shop in the village. They also lead the Konoha Barrier Team. As they specialize in mind-related techniques, they are also experts at gathering intel and at interrogation. They also have sensory abilities that include mind transfer, reading minds, and telepathy.

Sarutobi Clan

This clan is the most influential clan of Konoha. All the members of this clan have been devout observers of the Will Of Fire. The Sarutobi clan gives a special pair of earrings to the people of the Nara, Akimichi, and Yamanaka clans whenever they pass their chunin exams, to strengthen their unity. They are famous for their willpower and exceptional strength.

Uchiha Clan

The Uchiha clan is a well-reputed clan of Konoha. They possess the Sharingan. The Uchihas are the descendants of Indra Otsutsuki. When an Uchiha loses someone they love, they awaken their Sharingan. It is thanks to the Sharingan they have received all the fame that they have. The Uchiha clan and the Senju clan have been fighting for years, and after the war, Hashirama and Madara joined hands to end the war between the clans for good. During the rule of Tobirama, he kept the Uchiha busy by making them lead the police force, so that they didn't cause any other havoc. During the rule of the Third Hokage, Fugaku Uchiha tried to plan a coup. Shishu tried to stop them but it was of no avail. When Danzo had given Itachi the ultimatum that either he let his clan carry out the coup and let them all die, or he could assassinate his whole clan for Sasuke's life to be spared, Itachi chose the second option. Thus, Itachi massacred the whole Uchiha clan leaving Sasuke as its only survivor.

Uzumaki Clan

The Uzumaki clan are the descendants of Asura Otsutsuki. Throughout the years, the Senju and Uzumaki had strong ties with each other. The Uzumaki clan is skillful in ninjutsu which earned them both respect and fame. The Uzumaki clan’s people have strong life forces and lifespans. They have special properties which make them suitable to become Jinchūrikis. They can also endure a lot of severe injuries and recover from them as well. This trait was helpful to them during the removal of the tailed beasts, although they were left weakened after it.

Senju Clan

The Senju clan was the clan that founded Konohagakure. Even though the clan no longer exists as a group, they continue to influence Konoha through the Will of Fire. Being the descendants of Asura Otsutsuki, the Senju clan inherited his powerful life force and chakra. Unlike other clans, they didn't master one jutsu, instead, they mastered a variety of skills and techniques to combat their enemies. Thus, their clan came to be known as the 'clan with a thousand skills.'

Q. Which is the strongest clan?

A. The Otsutsuki clan is known as the strongest clan.

Q. Which is the weakest clan?

A. According to the fans, the Yamanaka clan is the weakest clan to exist.