Ep. 53: Boruto struggles with inadequacy while the Uzumaki family celebrates Himawari's birthday.
Aired on April 11, 2018
A main Ootsutsuki clan member freezes Toneri, labeling him a traitor for his actions regarding Boruto's eyes. Boruto feels powerless after failing to defeat a White Zetsu alone, contrasting with his teammates and other ninja teams preparing for the Chunin Exams. Sarada encourages Boruto to join the exams to demonstrate his growth to the Hokage. Meanwhile, the Uzumaki family celebrates Himawari's birthday, leaving Boruto disappointed that Naruto attended via a Shadow Clone rather than in person. Sasuke returns to the Hidden Leaf Village to speak with Naruto. This segment is part of the Versus Momoshiki Arc, specifically episode 3 of 16.
Episodes
- Ep. 49 · Team 15 captures animals while Namida faces a wolf and Sumire reveals her secret involvement.
- Ep. 50 · Shikamaru appears at the Hokage's office while students debate their Chunin Exam eligibility.
- Ep. 51 · Boruto's Birthday Celebration and the White Zetsu Ambush
- Ep. 52 · Konohamaru learns about Kaguya and White Zetsu while Team 7 fights them before Sasuke intervenes.
- Ep. 53 · Boruto struggles with inadequacy while the Uzumaki family celebrates Himawari's birthday.
- Ep. 54 · Sasuke accepts Boruto as a student after he learns the Rasengan
- Ep. 55 · Sasuke trains Boruto while Gaara arrives for the Chunin Exam and Otsutsuki target the Tailed Beasts.
- Ep. 56 · Rivals Gather for the Chunin Exams Amidst Rising Tensions
- Ep. 57 · Boruto guards the flag against the Senka Triplets while the Chunin Exams second round proceeds.