Naruto Shippuden Episode — 134

In Amegakure, Pain acknowledges Jiraiya as a worthy opponent. Zetsu informs Pain that their next priority is capturing the Nine-Tails.

Outside the hideout, Kisame Hoshigaki blocks Sasuke’s team (Hebi). He allows only Sasuke to pass, leading to a brief but notable sparring match between Suigetsu and Kisame. 🔍 Key Moments & Trivia Naruto Shippuden Episode 134

Naruto Shippuden Episode 134: "Banquet Invitation" Naruto Shippuden Episode 134, titled (Japanese: 宴への誘い, Utage e no Izanai ), marks a critical transition in the "Fated Battle Between Brothers" arc. It originally aired in Japan on October 29, 2009 , and sets the stage for the long-awaited confrontation between Sasuke and Itachi Uchiha. 📝 Episode Summary In Amegakure, Pain acknowledges Jiraiya as a worthy opponent

Tobi (Obito) intercepts the Leaf Village search party (Naruto, Kakashi, Hinata, etc.), using his intangibility to stall them and prevent them from reaching Sasuke. He allows only Sasuke to pass, leading to

Kakashi notices Tobi has a Sharingan during their brief skirmish, a major revelation for the Leaf ninja.

The scene where Itachi dissolves into crows has become one of his most iconic visual motifs in the series.