Hajime no Ippo

Hajime no Ippo (2000-2014)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Action, Anime, Sports

Makunouchi Ippo is an ordinary high school student in Japan. Since he spends most of his time away from school helping his mother run the family business, he doesn't get to enjoy his younger years like most teenagers. Always a target for bullying at school (the family fishing business grants him a distinct odor), Ippo's life is one of hardship. One of these after-school bullying sessions turns Ippo's life around for the better, as he is saved by a boxer named Takamura. He decides to follow in Takamura's footsteps and train to become a boxer, giving his life direction and purpose. Ippo's path to perfecting his pugilistic prowess is just beginning...

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday (25 min)

Last Episode

A Vow
Season 3Episode 25

A Vow

Kamogawa resorts to pounding a log with his bare fists as he trains to face Anderson and avenge Nekota. Anderson rediscovers his pride as a boxer and brings Miguel along as his cornerman. Everything comes down to this!
Mar 29, 2014

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E25A VowMar 29, 2014
S03E24Iron FistMar 22, 2014
S03E23The Courage to LiveMar 15, 2014
S03E22Flower of HopeMar 8, 2014
S03E21The End of the Death MatchMar 1, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did Hajime no Ippo premiere?

Hajime no Ippo premiered in the year 2000.

Who created Hajime no Ippo?

Hajime no Ippo was created by George Morikawa.

What is the genre of Hajime no Ippo?

Hajime no Ippo falls under the genre of sports, drama, and comedy.

Who is the main character of Hajime no Ippo?

Makunouchi Ippo is the main character of Hajime no Ippo.

What is the profession of Makunouchi Ippo?

Makunouchi Ippo is a high school student and a professional boxer.

What is the name of Ippo's coach?

Kamogawa Genji is the name of Ippo's coach.

What is the name of Ippo's rival in the ring?

Miyata Ichirou is Ippo's rival in the ring.

What is the name of the gym where Ippo trains?

The gym where Ippo trains is called the Kamogawa Gym.

What is the name of Ippo's finishing move?

Dempsey Roll is the name of Ippo's finishing move.

What is the name of Ippo's best friend?

Takamura Mamoru is Ippo's best friend.

What is the significance of the bell in Hajime no Ippo?

The bell in Hajime no Ippo signifies the start and end of a round of boxing.

What was the initial reason for Ippo to start boxing?

Ippo started boxing in order to defend himself from bullies.

Which character in Hajime no Ippo can be seen smoking a pipe?

Coach Kamogawa can be seen smoking a pipe in Hajime no Ippo.

Cast

Keiji Fujiwara

Keiji Fujiwara

voices Tatsuya Kimura
Rikiya Koyama

Rikiya Koyama

voices Takamura Mamoru
Tomokazu Seki

Tomokazu Seki

voices Ichiro Miyata
Kohei Kiyasu

Kohei Kiyasu

voices Ippo Makunouchi
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Characters

Tatsuya Kimura

Tatsuya Kimura

voiced by Keiji Fujiwara
Takamura Mamoru

Takamura Mamoru

voiced by Rikiya Koyama
Ichiro Miyata

Ichiro Miyata

voiced by Tomokazu Seki
Ippo Makunouchi

Ippo Makunouchi

voiced by Kohei Kiyasu
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Also known as

  • Fighting Spirit

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