August 29, 2013 (Japan); January 7, 2016 (North America). Arc: Fourth Shinobi World War: Confrontation.
Primarily Canon . While it contains extensive flashbacks, they are largely based on the manga to provide context for the relationship shift between Naruto and Kurama. Key Plot Points Naruto Shippuden Episode 327
The episode begins with Naruto inside the Four-Tails' (Son Gokū) inner world. Naruto promises to free him from the masked man's control, which surprises the Tailed Beast and prompts Kurama to reflect on Naruto's character. August 29, 2013 (Japan); January 7, 2016 (North America)
, titled " Nine-Tails " (九尾, Kyūbi ), is a critical episode that shifts the perspective of the Fourth Shinobi World War to focus on the long, complex history of Kurama (the Nine-Tails) and his growing connection with Naruto Uzumaki. Episode Overview While it contains extensive flashbacks, they are largely
This episode underscores the significant development that Naruto actually cares about the Tailed Beasts as individuals. Kurama realizes Naruto is unlike previous Jinchūriki who only saw him as a tool or a monster.