Naruto Episode 2 Apr 2026

The Third Hokage's grandson who wants to be acknowledged for his own merit rather than his lineage 8.

Even though Naruto is still a troublemaker, he becomes a mentor figure. He teaches Konohamaru that there are "no shortcuts" to becoming Hokage—a lesson that sticks with Konohamaru for the rest of the series 1 . Naruto Episode 2

Fans often view this as a "character-building" episode rather than a "plot-heavy" one. While some consider it a bit slower than the series premiere, it is credited with establishing Naruto’s ability to inspire others, a trait that becomes central to the entire franchise 1. The Third Hokage's grandson who wants to be