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.
CHARACTERS
Ippo Makunouchi
Ippo Makunouchi: A determined boxer known for his Peek-a-Boo style and powerful punches, including the Dempsey Roll.
Portrayed by Kokuryu Sachi, Kiyasu Kouhei
Mamoru Takamura
Arrogant but powerful multi-weight boxing champion; undefeated with 27 KOs; aims for 6-weight class title.
Portrayed by Koyama Rikiya
Masaru Aoki
Unorthodox lightweight boxer Aoki, known for his frog punch and playful antics, relentlessly pursues rivals and champions.
Portrayed by Takagi Wataru
Genji Kamogawa
Retired boxer, Kamogawa's stern yet caring mentorship guides Ippo and Takamura at his renowned gym.
Portrayed by Miyano Mamoru, Utsumi Kenji, Iizuka Shouzou
Tatsuya Kimura
Smooth junior lightweight boxer, Ippo's senpai, and Aoki's best friend, known for his fast footwork and left jab.
Portrayed by Fujiwara Keiji
Manabu Itagaki
Featherweight boxer, prodigy talent, lightning-fast reflexes and speed; rivals Imai Kyosuke.
Portrayed by Namikawa Daisuke
DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS
Studio
Madhouse
Season
Winter 2009
Start Date
2009-01-07
End Date
2009-07-01
Episodes
26
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