When you think of the best stories or the best manga/anime series out there, particularly in the sports genre, Hajime no Ippo will always come across as a no-brainer classic. Since 1989, the boxing manga series has entertained and inspired its readers, and it continues to do so. Being in continuation[…]
It seems that manga producers are recognizing the growing popularity of the medium all around the world. Although that day is quite far when we can read our favorite series in our native language, Shueisha’s Manga Plus service is taking a step in the right direction. Even though just a handful[…]
It is hard to catch up to a long-running manga, especially when it has been running as long as Hajime No Ippo. However, with almost three decades of runtime and 131 volumes published to date, the manga is about to get more accessible than ever before. The mangaka George Morikawa had teased[…]
With its 130 volumes and over three decades of publication, Hajime No Ippo is one the most beloved sports manga of all time. While there is a lot to experience from its long body of work, the series is not ready to slow down just yet. By creating what is probably one the greatest sports manga[…]
Kengan Ashura is a story about Ouma Tokita, a fighter in an arena where business deals are sealed by winning fights. Besides winning, he aims to prove himself the strongest among all the gladiators in the hall. This is a story that portrays violence with the essence of martial arts. So, let’s begin…
Megalo Box is a story about a guy known as Junk Dog climbing his way up to the top to fight against an opponent who knocked him out in the first round. Entering a world tournament of Megalo boxing known as Megalonia under the name of Joe, he is trying to get his vengeance against […]
While people associate anime with flashy scenes and superpowers, once in a while emerges a series that gives you a realistic view. Hajime no Ippo is one of those realistic anime that shows the highs and lows of boxing. Hajime no Ippo has 3 seasons covering 126 episodes or rounds and is still ongoing. While […]