A massive boulder blocks the path to a secret hot spring. Choji Akimichi arrives to help, but he is too hungry to use his Expansion Jutsu effectively.
Fans highly appreciated the return of classic characters like Choji and references to Asuma and Shikamaru . Boruto: Naruto Next Generations (Dub) Episode 109
, titled "The Steam Ninja Scrolls: The Potato Chips and the Giant Boulder!", is generally viewed as a nostalgic, character-driven episode that serves as "anime canon" rather than direct manga adaptation. Episode Summary A massive boulder blocks the path to a secret hot spring
The episode highlights Mirai’s ongoing quest to understand her late father, Asuma Sarutobi. Choji shares stories of his bond with Asuma, reinforcing the "King" analogy and the "Will of Fire". , titled "The Steam Ninja Scrolls: The Potato
Critics describe it as a "slice-of-life" episode with a lighthearted tone. While some found it "fantastic" for its character growth, others found the pacing slow and the "hunger" plot point for Choji to be a repetitive joke.
The story continues the , focusing on Mirai Sarutobi as she escorts Kakashi and Guy on their vacation.