What episode is "A New Enemy" in Naruto Shippuden?
"A New Enemy" is episode 59 of Naruto Shippuden.
Spoiler-Safe Summary
safe readTsunade initiates an investigation into political schemes, while a team faces traps and enemies in a canyon, highlighting the challenges of their mission.
Full Plot Summary
spoilersTsunade suspects and orders an investigation about Danzo's plot. As Chiriku, Sora and the group failed to intercept four coffins, Fudou, Fuen and Fuuka trap the group at the canyon in a maze of pits and traps, where Yamato and Sai encounter Fudou and Fuen.
Episode FAQ
4 quick answersIs "A New Enemy" canon or filler?
"A New Enemy" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.
What story arc is "A New Enemy" part of?
"A New Enemy" 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