What episode is "Hiruko vs. Two Kunoichi!" in Naruto Shippuden?
"Hiruko vs. Two Kunoichi!" is episode 20 of Naruto Shippuden.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readChiyo and Sakura face Sasori concealed within his puppet Hiruko, using skillful tactics to provoke his true form. As they engage in battle, they deal with dangerous attacks while witnessing the activation of Naruto’s Nine-Tails chakra.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersChiyo tells Sakura that Sasori is the best human puppeteer who betrayed and left the Hidden Sand. Sensing the real Sasori inside his scorpion puppet Hiruko, Chiyo and Sakura have to dodge his stinging attacks in order to demolish Hiruko and force Sasori to emerge. Chiyo and Sakura expertly dodge Sasori's poison needles. As Chiyo paralyzes Hiruko's scorpion tail, Sakura unleashes her brute strength and breaks the puppet releasing the real Sasori. Deidara sees Naruto's Nine-Tails chakra activating.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Hiruko vs. Two Kunoichi!" canon or filler?
"Hiruko vs. Two Kunoichi!" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Hiruko vs. Two Kunoichi!" part of?
"Hiruko vs. Two Kunoichi!" 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 
Asuma Sarutobi supporting 
Boruto Uzumaki supporting 
Gaara supporting 
Hinata Hyuga supporting 
Konan supporting 
Konohamaru Sarutobi supporting Might Guy supporting Mitsuki supporting 
Sai supporting Sarada Uchiha supporting 
Shikamaru Nara supporting 
Yamato supporting 
Danzo Shimura antagonist 
Deidara antagonist 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