What episode is "Mission: Help an Old Friend in the Land of Tea" in Naruto?
"Mission: Help an Old Friend in the Land of Tea" is episode 102 of Naruto.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readTeam 7 is assigned to protect Idate during a pivotal foot race that will impact a longstanding clan feud. Despite Idate's aversion to ninja and an unexpected deviation during the race, the team navigates challenges to fulfill their mission.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersTeam 7, without Kakashi, is given a mission to protect a young man, Idate, during his foot race against a rival clan that will settle the feud between the two. Idate, however, has a strong distaste for ninja. At the start of the race, he runs off in the wrong direction, confusing everyone.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Mission: Help an Old Friend in the Land of Tea" canon or filler?
"Mission: Help an Old Friend in the Land of Tea" is listed as filler in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Mission: Help an Old Friend in the Land of Tea" part of?
"Mission: Help an Old Friend in the Land of Tea" is part of the Kazekage Rescue Arc.
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
18Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Kakashi Hatake main 
Naruto Uzumaki main 
Sakura Haruno main 
Sasuke Uchiha main 
Akamaru supporting 
Asuma Sarutobi supporting Choji Akimichi supporting 
Hinata Hyuga supporting 
Ino Yamanaka supporting 
Iruka Umino supporting 
Jiraiya supporting 
Kankuro supporting 
Kiba Inuzuka supporting Kurenai Yuhi supporting Might Guy supporting 
Neji Hyuga supporting 
Rock Lee supporting 
Shikamaru Nara supporting Related Movies
6Franchise movie releases are kept separate from the TV episode spine.
Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow 2004 
Naruto the Movie 2: Legend of the Stone of Gelel 2005 
Naruto the Movie 3: Guardians of the Crescent Moon Kingdom 2006 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie 2007 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Bonds 2008 
Naruto Shippuden the Movie: The Will of Fire 2009