The episode also touches on Iruka Sensei’s initial struggles and eventual success in becoming a true mentor to Naruto. Viewer Reception Reception for Episode 179 is mixed among the fan community:
As a part of the "Past Arc: The Locus of Konoha," this episode features several revisions to original scenes from Part 1 of the series:
The famous scene where Naruto drinks expired milk is re-contextualized, showing Kakashi noticing the carton in Naruto’s apartment earlier in the day rather than at the end.
The appointment of Danzo as Hokage remains one of the most frustrating and discussed moments for fans, as it signals a dark shift in the village's leadership.
You can watch the full episode on official streaming platforms like Crunchyroll or Hulu.
Watch Naruto Shippuden 179 May 2026
The episode also touches on Iruka Sensei’s initial struggles and eventual success in becoming a true mentor to Naruto. Viewer Reception Reception for Episode 179 is mixed among the fan community:
As a part of the "Past Arc: The Locus of Konoha," this episode features several revisions to original scenes from Part 1 of the series: Watch Naruto Shippuden 179
The famous scene where Naruto drinks expired milk is re-contextualized, showing Kakashi noticing the carton in Naruto’s apartment earlier in the day rather than at the end. The episode also touches on Iruka Sensei’s initial
The appointment of Danzo as Hokage remains one of the most frustrating and discussed moments for fans, as it signals a dark shift in the village's leadership. You can watch the full episode on official
You can watch the full episode on official streaming platforms like Crunchyroll or Hulu.
