Ashita no Joe

Ashita no Joe (1970-1981)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Anime

Joe, a teenage orphan in the slums of the Doya streets, meets Danpei, a homeless, alcoholic ex-boxing coach. Danpei, seeing Joe`s boxing talent, decides to train him. When Joe is sent to a terrible juvenile home for petty crimes, he meets Rikiishi who becomes his boxing rival. Danpei arrives at the home to help Joe to train in order to defeat Rikiishi. When Joe decides to seriously pursue boxing, Danpei cannot get a coaching license because of his reputation as a drunk.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 19:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E47Youth is Now.. Burnt-outAug 31, 1981
S02E46The Violent... Endless Fight to the DeathAug 24, 1981
S02E45Joe VS. José... The Gong of the Match RingsAug 17, 1981
S02E44Yoko... Her LoveAug 10, 1981
S02E43Hoe and Danpei... Two Everyday PeopleAug 3, 1981
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Ashita no Joe premiere?

Ashita no Joe premiered on April 1, 1970.

Who created Ashita no Joe?

Ashita no Joe was created by Ikki Kajiwara and Tetsuya Chiba.

What is Ashita no Joe about?

Ashita no Joe follows a troubled young man named Joe Yabuki, who discovers boxing as a way to turn his life around.

Where is Ashita no Joe set?

Ashita no Joe is set in Tokyo, Japan during the 1960s.

What is importance of Ashita no Joe for boxing culture in Japan?

Ashita no Joe is an important cultural touchstone for boxing in Japan and is credited with popularizing the sport in the country.

Who is Rikiishi Tooru?

Rikiishi Tooru is one of the main characters in Ashita no Joe, serving as Joe's primary rival throughout the series.

Who is Danpei Tange?

Danpei Tange is Joe's mentor and trainer, helping him develop his skills and advance in the world of boxing.

What is the age rating of the show?

Ashita no Joe is rated PG-13 for violence and some strong language.

Who is Noriko Hayashi?

Noriko Hayashi is a character in Ashita no Joe, serving as Joe's love interest.

Who voices Joe Yabuki in the Japanese version of the show?

Teruhiko Aoi provides the voice of Joe Yabuki in the Japanese version of Ashita no Joe.

Who directed the first season of Ashita no Joe?

Osamu Dezaki directed the first season of Ashita no Joe.

How many episodes are in the first season of Ashita no Joe?

There are 79 episodes in the first season of Ashita no Joe.

Also known as

  • Tomorrow's Joe
  • あしたのジョー (Japan)

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