What episode is "Loneliness" in Naruto Shippuden?
"Loneliness" is episode 58 of Naruto Shippuden.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readAt the feudal lord's tombs, Naruto interacts with monks and confronts a fellow ninja, while mysterious events unfold that hint at deeper conflicts during the Twelve Guardian Ninja arc.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersThe monks converse with the team about the tombs holding the country's loyal bodyguards of the feudal lord. After seeing all monks training to spar, Naruto challenges Sora in taijutsu and hand-to-hand combat, but the monk stops the fight. At the cave, Sora practices Beast Wave Palm and tells Naruto that he will avenge his father. Then two monks see another tomb being robbed.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "Loneliness" canon or filler?
"Loneliness" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "Loneliness" part of?
"Loneliness" is part of the Twelve Guardian Ninja 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