Ep. 28: Naruto and Lee search for matsutake mushrooms while Neji ends their skit partnership
Aired on October 9, 2012
Naruto, Lee, and their companions venture out to hunt for matsutake mushrooms, but the abnormally hot summer has resulted in a complete lack of findings. Meanwhile, Neji reaches his limit regarding the recurring requirement to cross-dress for Lee's comedic skits. Fed up with this forced participation, Neji decides to end their collaboration and turns his back on Lee, marking a significant shift in their dynamic as the group deals with the disappointing results of their mushroom hunt.
Episodes
- Ep. 24 · Sai Becomes New Agent and Lady Tsunade's Heart is Won
- Ep. 25 · Gaara's First Date! / A gift from Orochimaru
- Ep. 26 · Dodge Lee ignites with passion while Kabuto seeks to surpass Orochimaru
- Ep. 27 · Tsunade’s lottery mishap leads to a sushi promise and Academy performance
- Ep. 28 · Naruto and Lee search for matsutake mushrooms while Neji ends their skit partnership
- Ep. 29 · Gaara Visits Konoha While Kunoichi Seek Guy Sensei's Autumn Diet Advice
- Ep. 30 · Autumn Shinobi Safety Lessons! / Deidara's Art is Always a Blast!
- Ep. 31 · Orochimaru's Birthday Is October 27th and Mixed Bathing Is Superior
- Ep. 32 · Sakura Acts as Nurse While Rock Lee Campaigns for Popularity