Inojin took part in the Chūnin Exams alongside his team-mates. During the second round, Inojin was able to make quick work of a Kusa ninja, whereas during the individual portion of the exams, Inojin was pitted against Araya and suffered a defeat, resulting in his elimination. Afterwards, he helped the jōnin with the evacuation of the villagers during the Ōtsutsukiassault.