Naruto Shippuden

The Young Man and the Sea

Episode 223 Canon Fourth Great Ninja War: Attack Arc 23 min

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Spoiler-Safe Summary

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Naruto and his team undertake a secret mission involving a giant marlin terrorizing a port. They aid a fisherman in catching the marlin to help it return to its home before continuing their journey to the Hidden Cloud.

Full Plot Summary

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Naruto, accompanied by Yamato, Might Guy, Aoba, and three other ninja, embarks on what he was told to be a "top-secret, S-rank mission". When the group reaches the only port in the Land of Fire, they find that the bay for over fifteen years is being terrorized by a giant marlin summoned from the Third Great Ninja War who can not return to its point of origin. With Yamato providing a boat and fishing rod, Naruto and his group set out to help a fisherman named Yusuke in catching the marlin to avenge his father. Following an epic fishing struggle, Yusuke finally catches the marlin with Naruto removing the embedded shuriken on the fish's forehead so it can return to its home. Naruto and the others finally set sail for the Hidden Cloud.

Episode FAQ

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What episode is "The Young Man and the Sea" in Naruto Shippuden?

"The Young Man and the Sea" is episode 223 of Naruto Shippuden.

Is "The Young Man and the Sea" canon or filler?

"The Young Man and the Sea" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "The Young Man and the Sea" part of?

"The Young Man and the Sea" is part of the Fourth Great Ninja War: Attack 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.

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