Naruto Shippuden Episode 255 «Latest →»

Brought back to life by Kabuto’s Summoning: Impure World Reincarnation, Deidara confronts the Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki. Deidara remains obsessed with his "art" and is surprised to learn of Sasuke’s survival.

Kabuto uses Manda II , a genetically enhanced clone of the original Manda, to locate and attack the giant Island Turtle. The massive snake kills the turtle's squid guardian and flips the entire island over to immobilize it. Naruto Shippuden Episode 255

Unaware of the outside battle, Naruto is kept busy with a fake "S-rank mission" involving an ecological survey of the island's animals. This leads to a infamous comedic moment where he attempts to determine the gender of a giant armadillo. Brought back to life by Kabuto’s Summoning: Impure

, titled " The Artist Returns " (芸術家再び, Geijutsuka Futatabi ), is a pivotal episode in the "Nine-Tails' Taming and Fateful Encounters" arc. It features the return of the Akatsuki member Deidara via the Reanimation Jutsu and a high-stakes confrontation on the Island Turtle . Episode Summary The massive snake kills the turtle's squid guardian

The capture of Yamato serves as a major tactical advantage for Obito and Kabuto, as it directly fuels the production of their Zetsu army.

Kabuto demonstrates his growth by controlling powerful reanimated shinobi and commanding the massive Manda II.

Watch these fan reactions and reviews to see the most impactful moments of Deidara's return and Yamato's capture: Naruto Shippuden #255 REACTION!! "The Artist Returns" Blind Wave YouTube• Jan 6, 2026 He Just Ate Yamato! - Naruto Shippuden Episode 255 Reaction