Ep. 497: Sand and Mist Kage guests arrive in Konoha for the wedding celebration
Aired on March 2, 2017

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Gaara and his siblings, accompanied by A and his entourage, reach Konoha for the wedding. Gaara seeks an extravagant gift but Lee and Tenten introduce the Sand siblings to Ichiraku Ramen to help them understand Naruto's preferences. Iruka meets Gaara for the first time and expresses gratitude for his friendship with Naruto. Meanwhile, Killer B organizes a dancing show featuring the Kage, causing dismay among A and Mei. Gaara ultimately decides that his gift to Naruto should reflect their bond as friends rather than his status as Kazekage.
Episodes
- Ep. 493 · Shikamaru confronts Gengo in Fushuu Castle while allies break mental control.
- Ep. 494 · Naruto and Hinata’s wedding preparations involve missions and Iruka’s career dilemma
- Ep. 495 · Lee and Tenten Seek Wedding Gift Advice from Guy
- Ep. 496 · Shikamaru seeks a romantic honeymoon gift while Sakura and Ino hold a cooking contest judged by Choji.
- Ep. 497 · Sand and Mist Kage guests arrive in Konoha for the wedding celebration
- Ep. 498 · Shino and Kiba seek honey wine for Naruto and Hinata while confronting personal doubts.
- Ep. 499 · Kakashi negotiates security for the Kage while the village prepares for the wedding.
- Ep. 500 · Iruka delivers his message to Hinata before Naruto and Hinata’s wedding ceremony begins.