Fighting Spirit

After a lifetime of bullying, timid Ippo discovers a hidden strength and passion for boxing, embarking on a grueling journey to become a champion.

CHARACTERS

Ippo Makunouchi

Ippo Makunouchi: A peek-a-boo boxer known for his devastating power punches and Dempsey Roll, rising through the ranks to become a national champion.

Portrayed by Kokuryu Sachi, Kiyasu Kouhei

Mamoru Takamura

Arrogant but powerful WBC Super Middleweight champion, Takamura is a knockout artist with unmatched strength and a 27-0 record.

Portrayed by Koyama Rikiya

Masaru Aoki

Unorthodox lightweight boxer Aoki, known for his frog punch and playful antics, relentlessly pursues rivals.

Portrayed by Takagi Wataru

Genji Kamogawa

Retired boxer, stern yet caring coach of Kamogawa Gym, known for his sharp boxing instincts and iron fist.

Portrayed by Utsumi Kenji, Iizuka Shouzou, Miyano Mamoru

Tatsuya Kimura

Fast outboxer Tatsuya Kimura, Ippo's senpai, balances boxing with family's flower shop, showcasing surprising strength and skill.

Portrayed by Fujiwara Keiji

SIMILAR ANIME

Haikyu!! To the Top 2nd-cour

Following their victory in the first round, Karasuno High's volleyball team continues their journey through the Spring Nationals, facing tougher opponents and greater challenges.

School

Uplifting

Fighting Spirit: New Challenger

Ippo Makunouchi relentlessly pursues his boxing aspirations, seeking the true meaning of strength while striving to one day face his rival, Ichiro Miyata.

Uplifting

Epic

Burning Kabaddi

A former soccer player, harboring resentment towards sports, unexpectedly finds himself drawn into the high-octane world of kabaddi, a gripping team sport requiring primal physicality and strategic prowess.

School

Uplifting

Yawara!: Zutto Kimi no Koto ga...

Yawara Inokuma, a judo competitor, strives for Olympic glory in Atlanta, encountering familiar faces as she represents Japan.

Uplifting

Epic

DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Madhouse

Season

Fall 2000

Start Date

2000-10-04

End Date

2002-03-27

Episodes

If you are a rights holder and wish to request removal, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com.