KakaIru

KakaIru

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The Couple

KakaIru (カカイル; KakaIru) is the term used to refer to the romantic relationship between Kakashi Hatake and Iruka Umino.

Their Relationship

Part I

Iruka talking with Kakashi.

At the beginning of the series, when Naruto became Iruka's student, Iruka felt troubled to deal with him, due the fact that the monster responsible for his parents' death, the Kyubi, was sealed within Naruto. However, he was eventually disabused by the notion by Kakashi. Later when Iruka chased Naruto and protected him, Kakashi appeared to help them.

Part II

Kakashi protects Iruka from Pain.

During the Pain's attack to Konoha, one of his Six Paths of Pain attacked Iruka and questioned Iruka about Naruto's location, which Iruka refused to answer, almost getting killed wasn't for Kakashi that appeared to help.

Blank Period

Kakashi grabbing Iruka's hand.

After Kakashi became the 6th Hokage, he reunited everyone to told them to go find a good gift for Naruto and Hinata's wedding. Iruka asked him if he was totally sure about that idea. Kakashi replied that he was ready to be named as the worst Hokage thanks to Iruka jokingly, and then patted him on the back with happiness.

Days later, Iruka entered to the Hokage's room to tell Kakashi an idea about the wedding. Kakashi suddenly thought of something, and jumps towards Iruka, grabbing his hands and thanking him. Iruka bluntly asked what was all that about, and Kakashi only said he got an idea. Suddenly Konohamaru appeared out of nowhere and asked Iruka to get done with his video for Hinata and Naruto's wedding.

Evidence

• Iruka seems to admire and have a lot respect for Kakashi.
• Kakashi usually treats Iruka nicely.
• Kakashi saved Iruka.
• Kakashi tends to reassure Iruka when he gets worried about Naruto’s capabilities.

Among the Fans

KakaIru has a fair amount of supporters and is especially popular in Japan. The two could be shipped due to them both being mentors of Naruto and how they look together. Also they have some trust in each other.

Rival pairings include KakaGai, KakaRin, and KakaObi.