What episode is "To Each His Own Path" in Naruto?
"To Each His Own Path" is episode 212 of Naruto.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readNaruto, Todoroki, and Gantetsu infiltrate the Ninja Dropout mansion to rescue a captive while Sakura and Lee handle external threats. Amidst a fierce battle, alliances are tested, and the group faces challenges in escaping the burning mansion, highlighting themes of trust and redemption.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersNaruto, Todoroki and Gantetsu enter the Ninja Dropout mansion, leaving Sakura to care for the children and Lee to fight off the Ninja Dropout members outside. While Gantetsu and Todoroki go to rescue Akio, Naruto fights the Ninja Dropout leader and defeats him. The mansion catches fire in the fight, and Gantetsu saves Akio before escaping with him and Todoroki. Todoroki is still unable to forgive Gantetsu, but allows him to stay with the children by falsely reporting that he had died in the fire.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "To Each His Own Path" canon or filler?
"To Each His Own Path" is listed as filler in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "To Each His Own Path" part of?
"To Each His Own Path" 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