Naruto Shippuuden (dub) Episode 146 May 2026

After parting ways with Team Kakashi, Hotaru returns to her village, only to find it under threat by the Magaki Troops. Utakata, despite his reluctance to be called a "master" due to his own dark past, steps in to protect her.

: The full English dub of Naruto Shippuden, including this episode, is currently available on platforms like Hulu. The Successor's Wish | Narutopedia | Fandom Naruto Shippuuden (Dub) Episode 146

The situation escalates when Hidden Mist hunter-nin arrive, led by a character bearing a striking resemblance to Haku. They reveal that who allegedly murdered his own master. Using a specialized mist technique to neutralize Utakata’s bubble ninjutsu, they take Hotaru hostage and force him to surrender. Key Plot Points After parting ways with Team Kakashi, Hotaru returns

In , titled "The Successor's Wish," the story centers on the deepening bond between the rogue ninja Utakata and his persistent "student," Hotaru, as they are hunted for a dangerous forbidden jutsu. The Secret of the Forbidden Jutsu The Successor's Wish | Narutopedia | Fandom The

: This episode is part of the Six-Tails Unleashed filler arc (episodes 144–151), which provides backstory for Utakata, the Six-Tails Jinchūriki, before his eventual capture by the Akatsuki.

: Just as Utakata is restrained and Hotaru is in peril, Naruto arrives with a powerful Rasengan , joined by Yamato and Sai to turn the tide of the battle.