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

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Madhouse

Season

Winter 2009

Start Date

2009-01-07

End Date

2009-07-01

Episodes

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