Naruto · Episode 178
Encounter! The Boy with a Star's Name
Aired Wednesday, November 23, 2005 · 23 min
Filler episode. Not adapted from the manga, so it's safe to skip. The story continues in episode 220 →
Source: AnimeFillerList, 28 Oct 2026. Full filler list
Star Guard Mission arc (filler) · episode 1 of 6Naruto arcs in order →
Opening: “Namikaze Satellite”Ending: “Parade”
⏭ Skip guide
Skipping all of it saves about 3m 8s
- Opening
- ~0:00–1:29 (1m 29s)
- Ending
- ~21:02–22:41 (1m 39s)
Community timestamps from AniSkip; they can be a few seconds off depending on the streaming service.
Synopsis
As Gai and Lee leave Konoha on a mission, two strangers disguise themselves as them and sneak into the village to learn its secrets. Tsunade, Sakura and Tenten have big plans in store for these imposters, plans that'll make their lives miserable.
Synopsis excerpt via Kitsu.
Where to watch
Naruto episode 178 FAQ
When does Naruto episode 178 come out?
Naruto episode 178 aired on Wednesday, November 23, 2005.
What time does Naruto episode 178 release?
Kitsu has the date but not a broadcast time for this episode. Japanese TV anime typically air in the evening or late night JST.
Where can I watch Naruto episode 178?
Naruto streams on YouTube, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Netflix. Availability depends on your region.
Which arc is Naruto episode 178 in?
Episode 178 is part of the Star Guard Mission arc, a filler arc, which runs from episode 178 to 183.
What are the opening and ending of Naruto episode 178?
The opening is “Namikaze Satellite”. The ending is “Parade”. Every Naruto opening and ending is listed on the openings & endings page.