Naruto Episode 100: Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi

June 22, 2026 · Anime, Episodes, Naruto

Spoiler note: This episode guide discusses the events of this episode. Major future-series spoilers should be avoided unless clearly marked.

Quick Facts

Episode: Naruto Episode 100
Title: Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi
Arc: Search for Tsunade Arc
Canon/Filler Status: Canon / mostly manga-canon
Original Japanese Air Date: September 8, 2004
Previous Episode: Naruto Episode 99
Next Episode: Naruto Episode 101

Naruto Episode 100 Summary

Naruto Episode 100, “Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi,” follows the episode’s central events with a clearer focus on what actually happens on screen. Jiraiya and Naruto begin their search for Tsunade, but are constantly sidetracked by Jiraiya's peeping and hitting on pretty girls. Jiraiya tells Naruto some stories about the 3rd and 4th Hokages. Meanwhile, Sasuke learns that his brother, Itachi, is after Naruto and goes to warn him.

Detailed Episode Discussion

The episode’s main movement is built around this setup: Jiraiya and Naruto begin their search for Tsunade, but are constantly sidetracked by Jiraiya's peeping and hitting on pretty girls. Jiraiya tells Naruto some stories about the 3rd and 4th Hokages. Meanwhile, Sasuke learns that his brother, Itachi, is after Naruto and goes to warn him. PopRot readers should watch how the characters respond to the pressure of the moment, because the choices made here are what connect the episode to the larger Naruto storyline.

In practical watch-order terms, “Sensei and Student: The Bond of the Shinobi” is not just a title card in the episode list. It marks the specific conflict, reveal, confrontation, joke, rescue, or turning point that the episode wants viewers to remember. The important details to track are who takes action, who gets challenged, and what new information changes the audience’s understanding of the arc.

This recap is written to help fans place Naruto Episode 100 in context without losing the thread of the larger story. If you are moving through Naruto in order, treat this episode as a checkpoint for the current arc’s momentum, character relationships, and next-step setup.

Watch or Skip?

Watch. This episode is part of the core Naruto viewing path and helps move the main story forward.

Where to Watch Naruto Episode 100 Online

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