Konoha had little more to offer young Roku. He needed a teacher. He remembered vividly the man who had performed his blood transplant and wondered if there were other advanced ninja in Kirigakure. He decided it was worth a look. He donned his backpack with all his important belongings, namely his Infinite Gourd with his Death Sand inside, some clothing, and some remembrances of his family back in Iwagakure and he began his journey to Kirigakure.