What episode is "Departure" in Naruto?
"Departure" is episode 220 of Naruto.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readAfter a fierce battle concludes, everyone returns to their village to resume training and prepare for upcoming challenges, while Naruto makes plans for a significant journey with his teacher Jiraiya.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersThe battle concludes with Gaara killing Seimei. Everyone returns to the Hidden Leaf Village to resume their training. Ino makes a request to also become Tsunade's student; Tenten is enraged by the fact that she was left out of the mission; and everyone says goodbye to Naruto, who is about to head off for his two-and-a-half years of training with Jiraiya (who returned with information about the Akatsuki's plans).
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Departure" canon or filler?
"Departure" is listed as filler · provisional in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Departure" part of?
"Departure" 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
4Browse the main cast connected to this episode guide.
Naruto Uzumaki main 
Sasuke Uchiha main 
Sakura Haruno main 
Kakashi Hatake main 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