Naruto: Episode 46

Naruto Episode 46: Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold! Episode 46 of the original Naruto anime series is a pivotal character-defining moment for Hinata Hyūga. It focuses on her intense emotional and physical struggle against her cousin, Neji Hyūga, during the preliminary matches of the Chūnin Exams . Episode Overview "Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold!" Original Air Date (Japan): August 20, 2003 English Air Date: August 19, 2006

Neji berates Hinata, claiming her gentle nature makes her unfit to be a ninja and insisting that people cannot change their destiny. Naruto Episode 46

As Hinata begins to succumb to Neji's intimidation, Naruto Uzumaki's loud cheering gives her the strength to stand her ground and fight. Naruto Episode 46: Byakugan Battle: Hinata Grows Bold