What episode is "The Time Room" in Dragon Ball?
"The Time Room" is episode 129 of Dragon Ball.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readMr. Popo sends Goku back in time to train, where he meets young Master Roshi and the Crane Hermit. Under Mutaito’s guidance, Goku learns to harness spirit energy, preparing for future challenges. Back in the present, Tien considers training at Korin's Tower like Goku once did.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersMr. Popo sends Goku back in time to train more. In the past he meets the young Master Roshi and his rival, the young Crane Hermit. Goku learns from their master Mutaito how to harness his spirit energy. During an incident where the Crane Hermit steals Roshi's love interest, Goku gets angry and manages to use his spirit energy successfully. Back in the present, Tien contemplates visiting Korin's Tower in order to train as Goku once had.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "The Time Room" canon or filler?
"The Time Room" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "The Time Room" part of?
"The Time Room" is part of the Commander Red Saga.
Can I read this without spoilers?
Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.
Series Cast
16Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Krillin main 
Piccolo main 
Son Gohan main 
Son Goku main 
Vegeta main 
Bulma supporting 
Chi-Chi supporting 
Chiaotzu supporting 
Emperor Pilaf supporting 
Mai supporting 
Master Roshi supporting 
Puar supporting 
Yamcha supporting 
King Piccolo antagonist Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
Dragon Ball Z: Bardock – The Father of Goku 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The Tree of Might 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The World's Strongest 1990 
Dragon Ball Z: The History of Trunks 1991 
Dragon Ball Z: Super Android 13! 1992 
Dragon Ball Z: Bojack Unbound 1993