The Leaf Village is in desperate need of a leader and someone steps up. Does Kakashi become Hokage?
Kakashi does become Hokage. In episode #479 of Naruto Shippuden, Tsunade passes on Hokage responsibilities to him. He nearly became Hokage during the 5 Kage Summit arc due to complications with Tsunade’s coma and the Hokage-successor, but this time he is officially sworn in.
One of his first acts of influence as Hokage was to help pardon Sasuke Uchiha for his crimes against the Village. After Sasuke helped end the Tsukuyomi, a good word from village hero Naruto helped the pardon go through.
Kakashi did not originally want to lead the village, but he settled into the position for over a decade so Naruto could mature and take his place one day.
Other Questions
Why Does Kakashi Become Hokage?
Tsunade decides to step down and Kakashi is next in line. He was nearly Hokage before Tsunade woke from her coma, and he’s the jounin with the most connection to Naruto and Sasuke. Kakashi even tells Sasuke it was his pull that helped pardon him for his crimes against the village.
How Many Years Was Kakashi Hokage?
Kakashi was Hokage for 12 years. He became hokage after the war. Naruto married Hinata 2 years later, making him about 19/20 when Boruto was born. A decade passes when Naruto becomes Hokage, judging by Boruto’s age at the time. That means with Boruto’s lifespan, plus the 2 years for Naruto and Hinata to have him, Kakashi lead for about 12 years.
Did Kakashi Want to Be Hokage?
Kakashi did not want to be Hokage. He understood the importance of the position and would not say no from filling it, but it was too much unnecessary responsibility and busy-work for him. Still, he became Hokage when asked by Tsunade.
Does Kakashi Have A Son?
No, Kakashi does not have a son. Some viewers suggest Houki Taketori could be his son because of the mask he wears, but the boy is just a fan of Kakashi’s Hokage era and ninja history.