Ep. 500: Iruka delivers his message to Hinata before Naruto and Hinata’s wedding ceremony begins.
With the wedding one week away, Iruka reflects on Naruto’s childhood and his pending message. After class, Hinata confirms preparations are complete. Naruto visits Iruka while he cooks, asking him to attend as a father. Iruka agrees, recognizing their bond transcends teacher and student to become family. He delivers his message, warning Hinata of Naruto’s immaturity and demanding he make her happy. On the wedding day, guests present money packets as the five Kage arrive. Shikamaru and Temari, along with Ino and Sai, attend as couples. Sakura receives a congratulatory letter from Sasuke’s hawk, prompting mutual thoughts as he travels. Naruto gazes at Minato’s headstone while Hinata thinks of Neji. Hiashi and Hanabi announce it is time, and the couple walks to the ceremony.
Episodes
- 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.