Boruto accidentally calling young Naruto "dad" before quickly correcting himself.
Fans were particularly moved by the quiet, domestic moments between the two "brothers."
The episode excels at bridging the gap between two generations by putting Boruto in his father's childhood shoes. While it leans into fan service, it uses that nostalgia to deepen the bond between the modern protagonist and his father's legacy. Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 129
is widely considered one of the best installments of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations for its heavy focus on nostalgia and emotional character growth . It serves as the launchpad for the Time Slip Arc , where Boruto and Sasuke travel back to the Hidden Leaf Village during the original Naruto era. Review Summary
A quiet night where Naruto asks Boruto about his family, unaware he is speaking to his own son. is widely considered one of the best installments
Fans praised the return of the original Naruto soundtrack and the classic art style. The episode effectively highlights the technological differences, such as the absence of Thunder Burger and the original, smaller Ichiraku Ramen.
The return of Jiraiya and Tsunade brings back the series' classic comedic energy. However, some reviewers at Anime News Network felt Jiraiya’s "pervy" schtick went on a bit too long in certain scenes. Fans praised the return of the original Naruto
“I kept cry-screaming to kid Naruto that it's get better... this episode was really bittersweet; I was reminded that Naruto was living alone and yearning for a family.” Reddit · r/anime · 6 years ago Key Highlights