What episode is "Genjutsu or Reality?" in Naruto?
"Genjutsu or Reality?" is episode 206 of Naruto.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readNaruto and his team return to find Konoha seemingly destroyed, only to discover they are trapped in a large-scale genjutsu. Working together, they strive to escape and uncover the truth behind the illusion and their missing comrades.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersNaruto, Kurenai, Yakumo and Team 8 return to Konoha, which appears to have been destroyed in their absence. They learn from the head of the Kurama clan that they are trapped in a genjutsu that has enveloped the entire town, and Naruto and Team 8 manages to escape. They then enter the mansion to find Kurenai and Yakumo.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Genjutsu or Reality?" canon or filler?
"Genjutsu or Reality?" is listed as filler in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Genjutsu or Reality?" part of?
"Genjutsu or Reality?" is part of the Tenchi Bridge 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