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The Best Episodes Directed By Naoki Kotani

Every TV Episode Directed by Naoki Kotani Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Nursery Rhyme
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E7

    The only way out of the time loop they're trapped in is to defeat Alice. Hakuno is hesitant, despite knowing how many she's killed before.

    Director:Naoki Kotani
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 167 - Black Oath
    8.5/10(8 votes)

    S1:E167

    As the battles in the Heart Kingdom begin to come to an end, Asta and Yami decide to work together as they continue in their fight against Dante Zogratis of the Dark Triad.

    Director:Naoki Kotani
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 1 Episode 162 - The Great War Breaks Out
    8.1/10(8 votes)

    S1:E162

    The War against the Spade Kingdom begins in earnest as the Heart Kingdom and Black Bulls come under attack by Dante and Vanica of the Dark Triad.

    Director:Naoki Kotani
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 244 - Rift
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E244

    As Boruto and the others ready their plan, they learn that one enemy unit is heading to the village ahead of the rest. Since they haven’t finished making preparations, the village will be in danger, so they hurry to evacuate everyone. Kagura worries that they won’t have enough people to fight. Just in case, he releases the curse placed on Buntan, Hebiichigo, and Kyoho, temporarily setting them free. Hesitantly, they agree to fight alongside Kagura and Boruto.

    Director:Naoki Kotani
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 1 Episode 148 - Becoming the Light That Shines Through the Darkness
    7.0/10(7 votes)

    S1:E148

    Asta and Noelle are captured along with Nero and they head toward the strong magic region near the border when Captain Yami and Magna arrive. Captain Fuegoleon and Captain Nozel also show up, causing the Devil Believers to panic. The captains try to talk to the Devil Believers, but their distrust for them is just too strong. The Devil Believers try to bring their powers together in order to face the Magic Knight captains.

    Director:Naoki Kotani
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 41 - Akuru's Pinwheel
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E41

    In the present day, Osamu Kirin sees the Grim Comet approaching. Meanwhile, in the feudal era, Towa’s life is in danger after she uses her Zanseiken. The Spirit of the Tree of Ages orders the half-demon princesses to go destroy the Grim Comet.

    Director:Naoki Kotani
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 222 - The Night Before the Decisive Battle!
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    S1:E222

    The final round of the Chunin Exam is announced. Many of Boruto’s classmates who didn’t advance to the final round of the last exam have made it this time. Also, the rules of the exam have changed: the use of Scientific Ninja Tools of your own creation is now allowed!

    Director:Naoki Kotani
    Writer:N/A

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Naoki Kotani Ratings Summary

"Nursery Rhyme" is the best rated episode directed by Naoki Kotani. It scored 9.0/10 from 1 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on March 11, 2018. It is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "Black Oath".