Naruto Shippuden Episode 273 May 2026

Recalls Asuma's final words about guiding Shikamaru and Chōji .

Tenten finds the Bashōsen (Banana Leaf Fan), one of the Treasured Tools of the Sage of Six Paths, and uses it to destroy one of Kakuzu's lightning masks. Production Trivia Original Air Date: August 9, 2012. Naruto Shippuden Episode 273

The Narutopedia entry notes that Kakuzu is confronted by Izumo Kamizuki , Kotetsu Hagane , and Darui . Recalls Asuma's final words about guiding Shikamaru and

The episode emphasizes that his kindness, which others sometimes view as a weakness, must be transformed into the strength needed to protect his friends. Shikamaru Nara (The Tactical Weight): The Narutopedia entry notes that Kakuzu is confronted

Chōji is paralyzed by his innate kindness and memories of Asuma's mentorship.

For , titled " True Kindness " (Hontō no Yasashisa), a useful feature is a Character Conflict Tracker focused on the emotional stakes of the Fourth Shinobi World War.

Tasked by his father, Shikaku Nara , to lead the formation against Asuma while others handle Kakuzu.