Naruto: Shippūden (2007)

S11E239 The Legendary Ino-Shika-Cho

While Team Asuma reflects on the looming war, they run into Kosuke Maruboshi, who brings back memories of their past rescue when they were still genin. Kosuke shares a story about how their fathers saved him during the Invasion of Konoha using the Formation Ino–Shika–Chō. His words leave a lasting impression on them, emphasizing that becoming great shinobi takes time and effort. Inspired, the team resolves to refine their own formation, reassuring each other that they will succeed together, united in their strength.