Naruto Shippuden Filler Episodes: The Complete Skip Guide (2025)

Stop wasting time — here’s the full Naruto Shippuden filler list you can skip.

If you’re a true Naruto fan, you know the struggle: one moment you’re watching legendary fights, and the next you’re stuck in an endless ramen side story. That’s filler.

This blog gives you the complete Naruto Shippuden filler episode list so you can skip what doesn’t matter and focus only on canon. That means:

• ✅ 100+ hours of time saved

• ✅ Every important story arc without interruptions

• ✅ A faster route to Pain, Itachi, and the War Arc

At the end of this guide, you’ll also get a free bonus: Naruto wallpapers & iOS app icons for your phone setup.

What Are Naruto Shippuden Filler Episodes?

Naruto Shippuden has 500 episodes in total. Around 40% are filler — episodes not based on Masashi Kishimoto’s manga. These don’t advance the main story and can be skipped without missing canon.

Naruto Shippuden Filler List (Episodes to Skip)

Skip these episodes to stay 100% on canon:

• Episodes 57–71 → Twelve Guardian Ninja Arc

• Episodes 91–112 → Three-Tails Arc

• Episodes 144–151 → Six-Tails Arc

• Episodes 170–171 → Naruto’s Wedding Gift (comedy filler)

• Episodes 176–196 → Past Arc: The Locus of Konoha

• Episodes 223–242 → Paradise Life on a Boat

• Episodes 257–260 → Recap episodes

• Episode 271 → Road to Sakura

• Episodes 284–295 → Chikara Arc

• Episodes 303–320 → Non-canon battles

• Episodes 347–361 → Kakashi: Shadow of the ANBU (mixed canon/filler)

• Episodes 376–377 → Anime-original Team 7 battles

• Episodes 394–413 → Chunin Exams Filler Arc

• Episodes 427–450 → Infinite Tsukuyomi Dream Arcs

• Episodes 464–468 → Asura and Indra Backstory

• Episodes 480–483 → Childhood Episodes

👉 Pro tip: Some arcs mix canon with filler. If in doubt, follow a “Naruto Shippuden watch order guide” — or stick to this list for a clean canon experience.

Best Naruto Shippuden Fillers (Worth Watching)

Not all fillers are bad. Some are fan-favorites and worth watching:

• Episode 176 → Kakashi’s Mask (pure comedy gold)

• Episode 290–295 → Power Arc (anime-original but beautiful animation)

• Episode 271 → Road to Sakura (ties into the movie)

FAQ: Naruto Shippuden Fillers

Q: How many filler episodes are in Naruto Shippuden?
A: Out of 500 episodes, about 200 (40%) are filler.

Q: Can I skip all Naruto Shippuden fillers?
A: Yes. If you only want manga-canon, you can skip them safely.

Q: What is the best filler arc in Naruto Shippuden?
A: The Power Arc (290–295) is often praised for animation and storytelling.

Final Word

Naruto Shippuden is one of the greatest anime of all time. Don’t let filler slow you down. Use this guide to save time, enjoy the story, and upgrade your fandom setup both on screen and in real life.

See you in the Hidden Leaf 🌿

— The Nuivycase Team