· Arc 1: Sand Village
Naruto Shippuden Episode 18
Charge Tactic! Button Hook Entry!!
Mixed Canon/Filler
7.5
- Japanese Air
- Jun 21, 2007
- English Air
- Jan 20, 2010
- Runtime
- 24 min
- Manga
- Ch. 262, 263
Description Spoiler-Free
Teams Kakashi and Guy arrive at the Akatsuki’s hidden stronghold and quickly discover that the entrance is protected by a complex barrier. With time running short, they must find a way to slip inside without triggering the fortress’s defenses.
Anime-Manga Differences Spoiler
Plot and Content Changes
- Neji's Byakugan sweep of the Land of River cave happens before Team Kakashi and Chiyo show up in the manga, but the anime flips the timing — his examination only kicks in after they arrive. (Manga: chapter 262)
Source: https://naruto.fandom.com/wiki/Anime-Manga_Differences