: Iruka struggles to record a congratulatory video message for Naruto’s upcoming wedding to Hinata Hyūga, feeling his words are uninspired.
Naruto Shippuden Episode 500, titled (Iwai no kotoba), serves as the series finale for the decade-long anime saga. Originally aired on March 23, 2017, it marks the emotional conclusion of Naruto Uzumaki’s journey from a lonely outcast to a hero celebrated by the entire world. Plot Summary: The Message NarutoShippuden_Ep_500_SUB_ITA.mp4
: As the wedding day arrives, the village gathers to celebrate. The episode ends with Naruto and Hinata holding hands, looking at the Hokage Rock, and walking toward their ceremony. Production & Cast Director : Masahiko Murata. Writer : Kento Shimoyama. Original Creator : Masashi Kishimoto. Key Japanese Cast : Naruto Uzumaki : Junko Takeuchi. Hinata Hyūga : Nana Mizuki. Iruka Umino : Toshihiko Seki. Kakashi Hatake : Kazuhiko Inoue. Reception & Legacy : Iruka struggles to record a congratulatory video
The finale is a low-key, emotional character study focusing on the bond between Naruto and his first teacher, . Plot Summary: The Message : As the wedding
: Naruto visits Iruka and asks him to attend the wedding ceremony as his father . This request deeply moves Iruka, finally clarifying his role in Naruto's life beyond just a teacher.