Naruto · Episode 196
Hot-Blooded Confrontation: Student vs. Sensei
Aired Wednesday, April 5, 2006 · 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
Third Great Beast arc (filler) · episode 2 of 2Naruto arcs in order →
Opening: “Re:member” by FLOWEnding: “Pinocchio”
⏭ Skip guide
Skipping all of it saves about 3m 2s
- Opening
- ~0:00–1:30 (1m 30s)
- Ending
- ~21:07–22:39 (1m 32s)
Community timestamps from AniSkip; they can be a few seconds off depending on the streaming service.
Synopsis
When the mysterious attacker flies away with the star, using only their Chakra, the Konoha group are left in the dust. They swear to reclaim the star but it isn't as simple as they might hope. Meanwhile, Naruto learns some of Subaru's history and Natsuhiboshi...
Synopsis excerpt via Kitsu.
Where to watch
Naruto episode 196 FAQ
When does Naruto episode 196 come out?
Naruto episode 196 aired on Wednesday, April 5, 2006.
What time does Naruto episode 196 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 196?
Naruto streams on YouTube, Hulu, Crunchyroll, Netflix. Availability depends on your region.
Which arc is Naruto episode 196 in?
Episode 196 is part of the Third Great Beast arc, a filler arc, which runs from episode 195 to 196.
What are the opening and ending of Naruto episode 196?
The opening is “Re:member” by FLOW. The ending is “Pinocchio”. Every Naruto opening and ending is listed on the openings & endings page.