Naruto Shippuden

10 Best Episodes of Naruto Shippuden - Season 22

Naruto Shippuuden is the continuation of the original animated TV series Naruto.The story revolves around an older and slightly more matured Uzumaki Naruto and his quest to save his friend Uchiha Sasuke from the grips of the snake-like Shinobi, Orochimaru. After 2 and a half years Naruto finally returns to his village of Konoha, and sets about putting his ambitions to work, though it will not be easy, as He has amassed a few (more dangerous) enemies, in the likes of the shinobi organization; Akatsuki.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 02, 2023.

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Naruto Shippuden - S22E30

#15 - Sasuke’s Story: Sunrise, Part 5: The Last One (Season 22 - Episode 30)

Sasuke begins his own investigation into the incidents. He overcomes many dangers on his path to the truth. The Exploding Humans, the Ketsuryugan, the Chinoike Clan, and the Uchiha Clan—just how are they connected? Where does his journey lead? The mystery is about to be solved...

The episode was rated 7.93 from 107 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E4

#14 - A Fabricated Past (Season 22 - Episode 4)

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Kaguya is furious that Hagoromo has broken the law. Hagoromo finds out what Kaguya did in the past and makes up his mind to fight her. Knowing nothing about her, Hagoromo cannot trust her—he wonders if the love and the despair she experienced are the sole cause of her anger. Unable to reach an understanding, mother and sons begin their long, sad battle.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 167 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E10

#13 - The Successor (Season 22 - Episode 10)

Everyone believes that Indra is the best choice to be Hagomoro's successor, and the sage's indecision begins to cause anxiety among his followers. Finally, Ashura returns home, and Hagoromo reveals who he has chosen.

The episode was rated 7.99 from 159 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E13

#12 - The Two of Them...Always (Season 22 - Episode 13)

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Fearing that he will once again break a promise, Obito uses the last of his power to bring Sasuke and Sakura back, but the thought of his inability to protect Rin nags at him as he loses consciousness.

The episode was rated 8.09 from 161 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E1

#11 - She of the Beginning (Season 22 - Episode 1)

Kaguya Otsutsuki suddenly emerges from Madara’s body. She is the mother of Hagoromo, the Sage of the Six Paths who entrusted his powers to Naruto and Sasuke. Kaguya’s power is immense and instantly sends Naruto and Sasuke to an alternate dimension. Naruto and Sasuke are the only ones who can seal away Kaguya, but they can’t find a jutsu that works against her!

The episode was rated 8.16 from 184 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E17

#10 - The Final Valley (Season 22 - Episode 17)

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The battle with Kaguya is over, and all that is left is for Naruto and Sasuke to combine their powers and release the Infinite Tsukuyomi. But before they can do this, Sasuke makes a shocking declaration.

The episode was rated 8.20 from 198 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E5

#9 - The No. 1 Most Unpredictable Ninja (Season 22 - Episode 5)

Black Zetsu reveals that he masterminded and influenced all the events from the end of Ashura and Indra's era to the current Fourth Great Ninja War. Naruto rejects Black Zetsu’s claim that the entire history of shinobi was solely for the resurrection of his mother, Kaguya. Naruto and Sasuke work together to seal away Kaguya, but they can't find a way to counter her.

The episode was rated 8.24 from 187 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E12

#8 - Connecting Thoughts (Season 22 - Episode 12)

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Before Naruto and Sasuke can attempt to seal Kaguya away, she transports Sasuke into a different Time-Space. Obito realizes that Kaguya’s ability to travel through Time-Space is similar to Kakashi’s and his own Visual Prowess. Obito and Sakura team up and begin the search for Sasuke.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 167 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E21

#7 - Naruto Uzumaki!! (Season 22 - Episode 21)

"I'll be a better shinobi than Lord Hokage! Then all the villagers will have to acknowledge my existence at last!" True to his word, Naruto has walked his own path until there are none who do not recognize that he's become a great shinobi and a hero who has saved the world. But what path will Naruto take now? How will the world of the shinobi change? This is the story of the boy who blew through the hearts of all like a "shippu," an irresistible gale. This is the story of Naruto Uzumaki.

The episode was rated 8.32 from 225 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E15

#6 - The Sharingan Revived (Season 22 - Episode 15)

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Chakra—whose energy connects this world to those beyond—allows Obito to leave Rin's side for a moment and appear in Kakashi’s inner psyche. Obito gives him his Magekyo Sharingan and leaves with a parting wish that Kakashi become the Sixth Hokage.

The episode was rated 8.46 from 185 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E18

#5 - The Final Battle (Season 22 - Episode 18)

Naruto and Sasuke have both become such high-level shinobi that each knows exactly what the other is thinking just by exchanging attacks. Despite knowing how Naruto feels, Sasuke is determined to cut him down.

The episode was rated 8.48 from 227 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E42

#4 - Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 7: The Message (Season 22 - Episode 42)

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Naruto had once lived a lonely existence, ostracized by everyone. But Iruka's words and his very presence have supported Naruto to this day. As Naruto's wedding nears, Iruka begins to lose sight of what he was to Naruto, and is unsure of what to say for his message.

The episode was rated 8.53 from 136 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E20

#3 - The Unison Sign (Season 22 - Episode 20)

Naruto and Sasuke are enveloped in a huge, intense light after exchanging attacks. When they come to, scenes from their childhood unfold. Is this just a figment of their imagination? Or could this be the afterlife?

The episode was rated 8.59 from 244 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E19

#2 - Naruto and Sasuke (Season 22 - Episode 19)

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Naruto and Sasuke have both become such high-level shinobi that each knows exactly what the other is thinking just by exchanging attacks. Despite knowing how Naruto feels, Sasuke is determined to cut him down.

The episode was rated 8.74 from 243 votes.

Naruto Shippuden - S22E16

#1 - Congratulations (Season 22 - Episode 16)

Team 7 joins forces and succeeds in sealing away Kaguya, and the Tailed Beasts that Kaguya absorbed are also freed. Black Zetsu escapes the seal to lie in wait for another time to resurrect his mother, but Naruto is not about to let him go!

The episode was rated 8.75 from 202 votes.

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