Fighting is very important in anime, and in some genres (such as shounen) it is the main entertainment. Creative, colorful action scenes in which the heroes use their fists to settle scores have long been the hallmark of anime. No wonder creators often put a lot of energy into them.
However, it seems that there are not many anime dedicated exclusively to fights (e.g. in sports). Let's try to remember a few examples.
Perhaps the most classic anime where the characters fight a lot is Fighting Spirit (Hajime no Ippo). It is about a shy student who goes from an awkward boxing beginner to Japanese champion. The series adaptation was made by Madhouse (responsible for Death Note) and was released in the early 2000s. It's a conventional sports drama in many ways, but it's hard not to like it. The series will be great for Rocky fans!
Kengan Ashura is a series about gladiator fights that take place nowadays. Big businessmen buy fighters to defend their interests in the arena. If the fighter wins, a big jackpot awaits. The anime tells the story about one of these fighters. Kengan Ashura is full of absolutely brutal expressions. The series has a very dynamic story and impressive fights.
An unexpected guest on our list – an anime about sumo! Hinomaru Sumo (Hinomaruzumou) is partly similar to Fighting Spirit, as it's also a pretty classic story about the path to championship (and the hero's story also starts in high school). But this series is more lighthearted and humorous. It's a funny title, which does not require careful viewing, but you can have a good time watching sumo matches. You might also learn a lot about the sport from the anime.
Baki the Grappler (Grappler Baki) may seem like another typical sports anime about fighting. But it's a family drama about the greatest fighter's son who wants to become stronger than his father. The anime looks retro today, but that's half of its charm. The old school style makes it cozy, and the perfectly staged fights keep you from getting bored. Considering a really exciting plot with some good twists, Baki the Grappler is one of the best anime in its genre.
One of the most unusual examples of fighting anime is Megalo Box. The series is set in a near future, where there is a clear division between citizens and non-citizens. Non-citizens live in a separate zone where megalo boxing thrives. It's a type of boxing where fighters have an exoskeleton that enhances their attacks. Yes, this anime is a peculiar mixture of a sports series, a crime drama and cyberpunk. But they fit together very well!
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Fighting is very important in anime, and in some genres (such as shounen) it is the main entertainment. Creative, colorful action scenes in which the heroes use their fists to settle scores have long been the hallmark of anime. No wonder creators often put a lot of energy into them.
However, it seems that there are not many anime dedicated exclusively to fights (e.g. in sports). Let's try to remember a few examples.
Perhaps the most classic anime where the characters fight a lot is Fighting Spirit (Hajime no Ippo). It is about a shy student who goes from an awkward boxing beginner to Japanese champion. The series adaptation was made by Madhouse (responsible for Death Note) and was released in the early 2000s. It's a conventional sports drama in many ways, but it's hard not to like it. The series will be great for Rocky fans!
Kengan Ashura is a series about gladiator fights that take place nowadays. Big businessmen buy fighters to defend their interests in the arena. If the fighter wins, a big jackpot awaits. The anime tells the story about one of these fighters. Kengan Ashura is full of absolutely brutal expressions. The series has a very dynamic story and impressive fights.
An unexpected guest on our list – an anime about sumo! Hinomaru Sumo (Hinomaruzumou) is partly similar to Fighting Spirit, as it's also a pretty classic story about the path to championship (and the hero's story also starts in high school). But this series is more lighthearted and humorous. It's a funny title, which does not require careful viewing, but you can have a good time watching sumo matches. You might also learn a lot about the sport from the anime.
Baki the Grappler (Grappler Baki) may seem like another typical sports anime about fighting. But it's a family drama about the greatest fighter's son who wants to become stronger than his father. The anime looks retro today, but that's half of its charm. The old school style makes it cozy, and the perfectly staged fights keep you from getting bored. Considering a really exciting plot with some good twists, Baki the Grappler is one of the best anime in its genre.
One of the most unusual examples of fighting anime is Megalo Box. The series is set in a near future, where there is a clear division between citizens and non-citizens. Non-citizens live in a separate zone where megalo boxing thrives. It's a type of boxing where fighters have an exoskeleton that enhances their attacks. Yes, this anime is a peculiar mixture of a sports series, a crime drama and cyberpunk. But they fit together very well!
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