, titled " Haku’s Secret Jutsu: Crystal Ice Mirrors " (Japanese: 白の秘術・魔鏡氷晶, Haku no Hijutsu: Makyō Hyōshō ), is a pivotal installment in the Land of Waves arc. It originally aired in Japan on December 26, 2002. Plot Overview
: This is the first appearance of Haku's signature Kekkei Genkai, an advanced trait combining Wind and Water natures to create ice. Naruto Episode 13
: The episode highlights Inari's character development from a cynical child to a courageous protector. Viewing Options You can watch the episode on several major platforms: Streaming : Available with a subscription on Hulu. , titled " Haku’s Secret Jutsu: Crystal Ice
: Available for buy/rent on Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu). Free (with ads) : It is often hosted on Tubi . Haku's Secret Jutsu: Demonic Mirroring Ice Crystals : The episode highlights Inari's character development from
: As Sakura attempts to assist Sasuke by throwing a kunai—which Haku easily catches—Naruto makes a dramatic entrance at the bridge using shuriken to knock Haku out of his mirrors momentarily. Key Techniques & Debuts
: Two of Gatō’s thugs arrive to kidnap Tsunami to use as leverage against the bridge builder. Inari, inspired by Naruto's previous words, overcomes his fear to protect his mother. Naruto arrives just in time to defeat the thugs and acknowledges Inari's bravery before rushing to the bridge.