What episode is "A New Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho!" in Naruto?
"A New Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho!" is episode 145 of Naruto.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readTeam 10 works together to confront their foes while Naruto pursues a separate but critical battle, revealing evolving relationships and the dangers lurking within familiar places.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersTeam 10 tells Naruto that they will take care of the brothers, and use their combined skills to immobilize them. Naruto leaves to catch up to Iruka, who is fighting Mizuki in a building used to test academy instructors. It is revealed that Iruka and Mizuki are childhood friends, although Mizuki only hoped to get close to the Hokage. Mizuki reveals that he has become stronger and learned new techniques while in prison, and destroys the building they are in.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "A New Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho!" canon or filler?
"A New Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "A New Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho!" part of?
"A New Formation: Ino-Shika-Cho!" is part of the Sasuke and Itachi 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