Ep. 38: Lee's team infiltrates Akatsuki hideout as new members seeking escape
Aired on December 18, 2012

Lee's team receives orders to conduct surveillance on the Akatsuki organization by disguising themselves as its members. They are quickly accepted into the group, with one individual being recognized as the newest recruit. As various other members arrive to investigate the background of this new addition, the team realizes their cover is at risk. Consequently, they must devise a strategy to escape the situation while maintaining their false identities and avoiding detection by the suspicious organization members.
Episodes
- Ep. 34 · Lee and the gang save Ichiraku Ramen while Tenten and Neji urge Lee to take a break.
- Ep. 35 · Team Guy cares for pets while others help Hinata approach Naruto
- Ep. 36 · Tenten and Temari clash while Orochimaru seeks a partner with Rock Lee's assistance
- Ep. 37 · Guy becomes temporary Hokage while Shikamaru leads a troublesome mission for rogue ninjas.
- Ep. 38 · Lee's team infiltrates Akatsuki hideout as new members seeking escape
- Ep. 39 · Hidden Leaf Christmas Party and Orochimaru's Romantic Pursuit
- Ep. 40 · Lee's Tournament Escape and Naruto's Surveillance by Neji
- Ep. 41 · Lee and Team Face Deadly Storm and Deceptive Future Visitor
- Ep. 42 · Shino's Insects Stay Inside Due to Cold Weather While Tenten Battles in the Mall