Naruto: Season 4
Naruto season 4 continues the overarching saga across sixty-two episodes as part of the animated action, adventure, and sci-fi and fantasy television series based on the manga series by Masashi Kishimoto. The series follows Naruto Uzumaki, a mischievous adolescent ninja who struggles as he searches for recognition from his peers and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the leader of the village. The narrative features the
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Naruto Uzumaki is a mischievous adolescent ninja who struggles as he searches for recognition from his peers.
- Naruto dreams of becoming the Hokage, who is the leader of the village.
- The series is an anime television series based on Masashi Kishimoto's manga series of the same name.
- The overarching saga continues across the television series run encompassing animation, action, adventure, and sci-fi and fantasy elements.
Season overview
Naruto season 4 continues the overarching saga across sixty-two episodes as part of the animated action, adventure, and sci-fi and fantasy television series based on the manga series by Masashi Kishimoto. The series follows Naruto Uzumaki, a mischievous adolescent ninja who struggles as he searches for recognition from his peers and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the leader of the village. The narrative features the young ninja as he navigates his journey, striving for acceptance and working toward his ultimate ambition within the village setting established across the program's run.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
Bounty Hunter from the Wilderness
Nov 9, 2005
Naruto, Hinata and Kiba are sent off on a mission to capture a thief named Gosunkugi. However, on the way they meet another bounty hunter, who is after the same target as them....
Hunt or Be Hunted?! Showdown at the O.K. Temple!
Nov 16, 2005
Turns out Sazanami is really a wanted criminal named Toukichi who is wanted for the murder of a family of three. Truth is however, he's innocent, and wants to capture the man respo
The Appearance of Strange Visitors
Nov 23, 2005
As Gai and Lee leave Konoha on a mission, two strangers disguise themselves as them and sneak into the village to learn its secrets. Tsunade, Sakura and Tenten have big plans in st
The Cursed Warrior
Nov 30, 2005
Naruto, Tenten, and Neji travel to the Bird Country to exterminate a ghost named Noroimusha.
The Tactician's Intent
Dec 7, 2005
Naruto and the others attempt to prove that Kouhmei is the one responsible for the ghost. However, what Naruto and the gang discover leaves even more mysteries unsolved.
Too Late for Help
Dec 14, 2005
Naruto decides to do some investigating on his own over the matter of the ghost, while Neji and Tenten try a different approach. WIth the help of two frogs, Naruto begins to learn
The Death of Naruto
Dec 21, 2005
Kakashi orders Neji and Tenten to return to the village with him, much to their protest. Meanwhile Koumei is about to be executed, at least until the Noroimusha shows up! Is the gh
When Time Stands Still
Jan 4, 2006
Sagi prepares his plans for revenge and he won't let anyone stand in his way! Disguised as the Noroimusha, he confronts Musou, but shocking news is revealed when they both reveal t
When Egrets Flap Their Wings
Jan 4, 2006
Shima saves Naruto from Ooki's genjutsu trap and proceeds to try and protect him. When all seems lost for our hero, a mysterious white figure appears and asks him to grant one last
Mix It, Stretch It, Boil It Up! Burn, Copper Pot, Burn!
Jan 18, 2006
Mr. Ichiraku, the owner of the Ichiraku Ramen shop is in trouble. His daughter has been kidnapped and he only has two days to win her back! Can Nauruto, Chouji and Sakura help Mr.
Remembrance: The Lost Page
Jan 25, 2006
Being some of the few Genins available, Naruto, Ino, and Shino are forced to accompany Anko on her mission to the Sea Country to destroy a sea monster and protect a boat carrying g
The Closed Door
Feb 1, 2006
Naruto is recovering thanks to the mysterious girl, Isaribi. While Naruto is recovering, Anko, Shino, and Ino search for him and also meet the man in charge of the payroll shipment
Infiltration: The Set-Up!
Feb 8, 2006
After Isaribi escapes, Naruto and his team decide to go to the forbidden island and confront Orochimaru and his subordinates. They soon discover that Orochimaru is not the man behi
Despair: A Fractured Heart
Feb 15, 2006
After narrowly escaping the collapsing lab, Naruto and the others must catch up to the money convoy. However, Amachi has already set his trap, and the convoy crew has taken the bai
The Battle at Sea: The Power Unleashed!
Feb 22, 2006
Naruto and Amachi's battle comes to a rather quick end, or does it? Also, Anko recovers more of her past including a significant event.
Impossible! Celebrity Ninja Art - Money Style Jutsu!
Mar 1, 2006
Naruto was assigned a special mission to protect the son of a VIP. The boy was a spoiled brat who thought money could buy him anything. Naruto was tasked with teaching the boy abou
The Treasure Hunt is On!
Mar 8, 2006
Naruto, Kiba, and Hinata were assigned a special mission to find a hidden treasure. The treasure was said to be buried in a cave in the mountains. The three ninjas set off on their
Run, Dodge, Zigzag! Chase or Be Chased!
Mar 15, 2006
Naruto, Kiba, and Hinata were on their way back to Konoha when they were attacked by a group of ninjas. The ninjas were wearing the same uniforms as Naruto, Kiba, and Hinata, and t
Please, Mr. Postman!!
Mar 22, 2006
Naruto accidentally met up with Jiraiya while he was working on his next book. Naruto begged Jiraiya to train him, but Jiraiya refused. He told Naruto that he had to finish his boo
Encounter! The Boy with a Star's Name
Mar 29, 2006
About 200 years, a star fell to the Hidden Star Village. This star supposedly as mystic powers. However, the village has few ninja, so they require the help of other villages. Naru
The Remembered Lullaby
Apr 5, 2006
When the mysterious attacker flies away with the star, using only their Chakra, the Konoha group are left in the dust. They swear to reclaim the star but it isn't as simple as they
Hidden Jutsu! The Price of the Ninja Art: Kujaku
Apr 12, 2006
The Konoha team continue to investigate the star's theft and start to realise everything is not quite as it seems. Everything seems to be leading to a final battle, but who is the
Hoshikage: The Buried Truth
Apr 19, 2006
Naruto has been rescued by the mysterious woman and soon learns who she really is. Can the two of them continue the mission the was started so very long ago and what will Subaru th
Reunion, The Remaining Time
Apr 26, 2006
Subaru finally meets his mother, but is it too late for them? Can Naruto defeat Akahoshi and stop the star from falling back into his hands, and what side will the village choose t
The Star's Radiance
May 3, 2006
After Akahoshi tries to execute Sumaru, Hakato and the rest of the children stand up to protect their village. Akahoshi, finding the village turning against him, takes drastic step
Kiba's Long Day!
May 10, 2006
When Akamaru is taken ill and starts to undergo a mysterious transformation, can Kiba do anything to save his friend? When the whole village appears to be against him what lengths
A Legend from the Hidden Leaf: The Onbaa!
May 17, 2006
While Naruto trains in the forest, a mysterious creature latches onto his back. This legendary creature can't be removed until it becomes an adult, but that's only the beginning of
Laughing Shino
May 24, 2006
Naruto and Shino go on a mission together to Motoyoshi Village, where a man named Fuuta has a strange request. To receive his inheritance money, he must not laugh at his fathers fu
Open for Business! The Leaf Moving Service
May 31, 2006
Naruto, Hinata, and Chouji are chosen on a mission to protect some peddlers running away from a war at the Greenery Country. However, Tsunade gave them more than just a simple guar
Mystery of the Targeted Merchants
Jun 7, 2006
The group splits off into two, in an attempt to deter their mysterious attackers. However, when Naruto and Chouji discover the plan hasn't worked as intended, they soon realise tha
A Limitless Supply of Ninja Tools
Jun 14, 2006
Naruto, Chouji, and Yurinojou take on Ruiga, who uses water as a weapon. Ruiga has the power to draw out water from the Earth, giving him an unlimited supply of ninja weapons. How
The Byakugan Sees the Blind Spot!
Jun 21, 2006
With Naruto defeated, Hinata decides to join the fight. Will she be able to defeat the second evil ninja? And what of the princess?
Forecast: Death! Cloudy with Chance of Sun!
Jun 28, 2006
The battle with the third and final evil ninja is on. He has only one desire and that is to kill Princess Haruna. Will Naruto be able to defeat this new menace and save Haruna?
Ino Screams! Chubby Paradise!
Jul 5, 2006
When the daughter of a Feudal Lord calls for a double, Ino is brought in to take her place. The only problem is they look nothing alike, the princess has become big boned because s
Viva Dojo Challenge! Youth is All About Passion!
Jul 12, 2006
When Naruto returns from a mission, he discovers that Lee has set up a Dojo and is desperate for a challenger. When Gai discovers nobody has challenged him he steps up to the plate
The Mysterious Curse of the Haunted Castle
Jul 19, 2006
Naruto, Hinata, and Kiba are sent to the Land of Honey to search for the Daimyō's wife. There, they find an eerie castle, and journey inside to search for clues.
The Third Super-Beast!
Jul 26, 2006
When Lee misses his check-up with Tsunade, Naruto is sent to find him. Meanwhile Gai is training someone called Yagura and has decided that Lee and Yagura should have a training ma
Hot-Blooded Confrontation: Student vs. Sensei
Aug 9, 2006
Gai is trapped inside a fortress made of practice posts. Yagura appears but is he there to help or to hinder? Naruto, Neji and Tenten show up to try and rescue Gai, but will it be
Crisis: The Hidden Leaf 11 Gather!
Aug 16, 2006
Naruto meets an old man, a construction worker named Gennou. However, when Gennou steals plans for some of the buildings in Konoha, Naruto suddenly finds himself under investigatio
The ANBU Gives Up? Naruto's Recollection
Aug 23, 2006
In order to get the information they need about Gennou, the ANBU put Naruto in a trance, hoping to prong the information they need from Naruto's memory. However, even by doing all
The Missed Target
Aug 30, 2006
Naruto and the others continue their search for any clues leading to Gennou or his plan. During an investigation of the Ninja Academy, they discover a suspicious training post whic
The Powerful Helper
Sep 13, 2006
With the city of Konoha mapped in explosive tags, a decision must be made weather to try and remove them, or to evacuate the entire city! However, something is strange about these
Multiple Traps! Countdown to Destruction
Sep 20, 2006
While Shikamaru tries to figure out what Gennou is planning next, Naruto is fighting Gennou in the Great Stone faces. Can Shikamaru stop Gennou's next step in the plan before it is
The Top 5 Ninja Battles!
Sep 27, 2006
Naruto and Sakura host a special recap episode featuring the top five battles so far! There are also interviews with some of the team, and perhaps even some of the enemy....
Kurenai's Decision: Squad 8 Left Behind
Oct 5, 2006
Naruto encounters a girl named Yakumo who has a surprising talent for destruction. Shortly after, Kurenai Yuhi, leader of Team 8 makes a startling decision and Naruto is determined
Yakumo's Sealed Ability
Oct 5, 2006
Naruto sneaks into Yakumo's mansion in the night, and has a dream that Kurenai threatened to seal Yakumo's abilities. He then discovers that this is the reason why she left the tea
Kurenai's Top Secret Mission: The Promise with the Third Hokage
Oct 5, 2006
As Kurenai attempts to escape with Yakumo, Naruto and Sakura, Team 8 and Might Gai arrive to lend their assistance. We learn some of the history between Kurenai and Yakumo and disc
Genjutsu or Reality?
Oct 19, 2006
Naruto, Kurenai, Yakumo and Team 8 return to Konoha to a shocking discovery. Can this really be reality or is it all some kind of sick illusion?
The Supposed Sealed Ability
Oct 26, 2006
Naruto and the members of Team 8 head into Yakumo's house to find her with Kurenai. It is revealed that a mysterious entity might be behind all this. Can the group discover the tru
The Weight of the Prized Artifact!
Nov 2, 2006
Naruto and Kiba are ordered to escort a man named Shinemon who is transporting a rare and valuable artifact. However, when Bandits steal the artifact, can the pair retrieve it and
The Enemy: Ninja Dropouts
Nov 9, 2006
Naruto, Sakura and Lee are sent to escort a prisoner named Gantetsu to the Forest Country Capital. Their job is only to back up the escort group incase something goes wrong, which
The Bewildering Forest
Nov 16, 2006
With the ship split in half, Naruto, Todoroki and Gantetsu are seperated from the others. Now Naruto must face the other three Shinobazu that Gantetsu was with. Can Naruto lead the
Memory of Flames
Nov 30, 2006
Todoroki wants to avenge his family and kill Gantetsu. The only problem is that Naruto has other ideas. Elsewhere, Lee and Sakura are surrounded by children who are demanding they
To Each His Own Path
Dec 7, 2006
Naruto arrives to save Gantetsu and the kids but has trouble when Akio is kidnapped and Todoroki realizes his brother is alive. Will Naruto and Todoroki be able to save Akio?
Vanished Memories
Dec 14, 2006
Naruto rescues a kid who was injured but he is an outsider to Konoha. Tsunade assigns Naruto to take care of the kid until he gets his memory back. What was this kid doing outside
Bringing Back Reality
Dec 21, 2006
Naruto and Menma manage to get Tsunade to let them go find Menma's memories. However, they are forced to go with Neji and Tenten guarding them. On the way, they come across a burne
A Past to Be Erased
Dec 21, 2006
Ran wants to kill Menma, upon seeing the mark on his arm, but Neji stands in the way, saying it would be unfair to kill a criminal without any memories of his crimes. Ran finally a
The Targeted Shukaku
Jan 11, 2007
A Sand shinobi, Matsuri, has been abducted by a mysterious ninja. In order to bring them bring back, Gaara must accept the mystery ninja's challenge. Can Naruto prevent this challe
Sand Alliance With The Leaf Shinobi
Jan 18, 2007
The rogue ninjas continue running as Gaara, Temari and Kankuro give chase. At the same time, Shino, Hinata and Neji are using their abilities to try and find the Shitenshounnin. Wh
The Counterattack!
Jan 25, 2007
Shikamaru and Ino arrive to help out Temari against Kyaku, while Kiba and Chouji go to help Konkuro. All seems to be going well until Neji notices something odd...
The Ultimate Weapon Reborn
Feb 1, 2007
Even with his chakra so low, Gaara fights the Shitenshounin leader. When he fails and is trapped, Naruto arrives to try and rescue him. But when the leader of Takumi Village, Seime
Departure
Feb 8, 2007
The exciting conclusion to Naruto. What will become of Gaara, and now that Jiraiya has returned, will Naruto finally leave Konoha to begin his training?