The episode follows Naruto and his escort team—Yamato, Guy, and Aoba—as they prepare to depart from a port in the Land of Fire for the Land of Lightning.
, titled " The Young Man and the Sea " ( Seinen to Umi ), marks the beginning of the Paradise Life on a Boat arc. This episode first aired in Japan on August 4, 2011 . Episode Overview Arc Type: Filler (not part of the original manga). Naruto Shippuden Episode 223
Yamato uses his Wood Release to build a specialized boat and fishing rod. Guy utilizes his Eight Gates to provide the rowing power necessary to match the marlin's speed. The episode follows Naruto and his escort team—Yamato,
The group is delayed because a giant marlin monster has been attacking ships and terrorizing the port for 15 years. Episode Overview Arc Type: Filler (not part of