· Arc 1: Sand Village
Naruto Shippuden Episode 12
The Retired Granny's Determination
Mixed Canon/Filler
7.8
- Japanese Air
- May 3, 2007
- English Air
- Dec 31, 2009
- Runtime
- 24 min
- Manga
- Ch. 254, 255
Description Spoiler-Free
Pakkun tracks down a possible Akatsuki hideout, giving Team Kakashi a crucial lead as the search for Gaara intensifies. Back in the Hidden Sand, Temari wrestles with orders to remain behind and protect the village while others prepare for the rescue effort.
Anime-Manga Differences Spoiler
Plot and Content Changes
- Across the Shukaku sealing scenes in the Kazekage Rescue Mission, the manga features an unidentified Akatsuki member in several panels. The anime swaps that figure out for Hidan throughout.
Source: https://naruto.fandom.com/wiki/Anime-Manga_Differences