· Arc 1: Sand Village
Naruto Shippuden Episode 2
The Akatsuki Makes Its Move
Mixed Canon/Filler
7.8
- Japanese Air
- Feb 15, 2007
- English Air
- Oct 28, 2009
- Runtime
- 24 min
- Manga
- Ch. 245, 246, 247
Description Spoiler-Free
Kakashi puts Naruto and Sakura through a test to gauge how much they have grown since their last training, pushing them to prove their teamwork and resolve. At the same time, a dangerous pair from the Akatsuki sets their sights on Sunagakure, setting the stage for a looming threat to Gaara.