Baki is a story about the son of the strongest fighter in the world. Named Baki Hanma, he is trying to surpass his father through intense training.
Facing innumerable strong opponents on his way to the top, Baki has to defeat them to become the strongest.
This is a story that represents one’s will to become the strongest in the world through sheer willpower and strength.
10 Street Fighter II V
Street Fighter II V is a story about two friends’ struggling their way out of a trap using their fighting skills.
Street Fighter II V
Air Date: April 10, 1995 Status: Finished Studio: Studio Hibari, Production Reed No. of Seasons: 1 No. of Episodes: 29To become better martial artists, best friends, Ryu and Ken, are traveling around the world in search of new techniques.
While on their journey, they found themselves trapped in a conspiracy by Shadowlaw, a mysterious organization. They have to fight their way out, which seems to be the only choice to save their lives.
9 Air Master
Air Master displays ones’ true love for nothing but violence.
Air Master
Air Date: April 2, 2003 Status: Finished Studio: Toei Animation No. of Seasons: 1 No. of Episodes: 27Aikawa Maki has turned into a rowdy street fighter from a gymnast for her love to fight freely without any rules. The only thing he loves is violence, which makes her feel alive.
Using her skills from gymnastics, she knocks down every single opponent that comes her way. This has earned her the title of “Airmaster.”
8 Levius
Not everyone in this world is striving for fame, Levius depicts that beautifully.
Levius
Air Date: November 28, 2019 Status: Finished Studio: Polygon Pictures No. of Seasons: 1 No. of Episodes: 12After getting back up on its feet following the brutal war, the 19th-century world is driven by battles between arena fighters. The fighters are equipped with robotic transplants.
These battles bring loads of money and fame while risking one’s life. Among these killing machines lies a young man named Levius, who strives neither for money nor for fame.
Engulfed in the sports of mechanical martial arts, Levius fights against his opponents just for the means of survival.
7 Hinomaru Sumo
Hinomaru Sumo magnificently displays the importance of being patient in the most challenging times.
Hinomaru Sumo
Air Date: October 5, 2018 Status: Finished Studio: Gonzo No. of Seasons: 1 No. of Episodes: 24The only thing stopping the hardworking and talented Hinomaru Ushio from stepping into the ring of professional sumo is his size.
To fulfill his dream of acquiring the title of Hinoshita Kaisan, the highest class of sumo, Ushio has to become the High School Yokozuna, the strongest wrestler in high school tournaments.
Not joining Ishigami High, the best school for sumo, Ushio joins Odachi High, where he has to build a sumo club before even practicing for the tournament.
With a passionate member named Shinya Ozeki by his side, Ushio marches on to become a pro sumo wrestler.
6 Fist of the North Star
Fist of the North Star displays one of the manliest protagonists ever.
Fist of the North Star
Air Date: October 4, 1984 Status: Finished Studio: Toei Animation No. of Seasons: 2 No. of Episodes: 152Kenshirou is on his way to rescue his kidnapped fiancee Yuria from his rival, Shin. On his way, he uses his deadly fighting form, Hokuto Shinken, to help those tortured by the wasteland’s outlaws.
After the heroic deeds of Ken spread across the wasteland, he is faced with unwanted enemies from the underworld and other martial artists.
As the battle for supremacy intensified, Ken encountered Shin and the martial artists of Nanto Seiken School. A journey that was meant for rescue has turned him into the savior of the outlaw world.
5 JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure will take you on a vivid ride through its nutty characters.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
Air Date: October 6, 2012 Status: Upcoming Season 6 Studio: David Production No. of Seasons: 6 No. of Episodes: 152After being saved by Dario Brando, English nobleman George Joestar takes in Dario’s son Dio, to repay his debt.
Wanting to seize the Joestar for his own Dio using an Aztec stone mask sets out to eliminate George and his son, Jonathan “JoJo” Joestar, which paved the way for upcoming disasters.
After unearthing the secrets behind the mask a century later, Jonathan’s grandson Joseph Joestar takes upon the responsibility to defeat the mystical figures known as the Pillar Men, responsible for the chaos. He sets out on a journey filled with bizarre adventures.
4 Megalo Box
Megalo Box beautifully depicts the world of an underdog with sheer excellence.
Megalo Box
Air Date: April 6, 2018 Status: Airing Studio: TMS Entertainment No. of Seasons: 2 No. of Episodes: 26Megalo Box is an evolved form of boxing where mechanical limbs known as Gears are used to increase the force and speed behind a punch.
Junk Dog is a Megalo Boxer where he fights in illegal matches to make his living under his boss Gansaku Nanbu.
But soon after getting knocked out by Megalo Box Champion Yuuri in the first round in an illegal match, Junk Dog decides to beat him at his next encounter.
Entering the Megalonia, a world tournament for Megalo Boxing under the alias of Joe, he aims to defeat Yuuri to regain his self-respect as a boxer.
3 Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple
Kenichi: The Mightiest disciple proves that anyone can surpass their limits to protect their loved ones through a magnificent story.
Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple
Air Date: October 7, 2006 Status: Finished Studio: TMS Entertainment No. of Seasons: 1 No. of Episodes: 50Kenichi Shirahama has finally decided to join a Karate club to become strong. Soon after joining the club, he faces a bullying senior trying to kick Kenichi out of the club.
Just on the verge of giving up, Kenichi falls for Miu Furinji, a new classmate. And he begins his intense training at a dojo in Ryouzanpaku where she lives.
Soon after beating the senior, the gang named Ragnarok has set their eyes upon him. To protect his loved ones, Kenichi learns various martial arts like Karate, Muay Thai, Ju-Jitsu, and Chinese Martial Arts to find his own signature style of fighting.
2 Hajime no Ippo
Fighting Spirit splendidly illustrates the fight with one’s inner demon to bring out the true self concealed deep within.
Hajime no Ippo
Air Date: October 4, 2000 Status: Finished Studio: Madhouse No. of Seasons: 3 No. of Episodes: 126Makunouchi Ippo is always bullied for his lack of spirit to fight back. While getting bullied the other day, he was saved by Takamura Mamoru, a boxer whose skills amazed Ippo while he was fainting away.
After getting back to senses, Takamura asks Ippo to punch a punching bag with a photo of Ippo’s classmate. Following the punch, Ippo’s feelings led him to train under Takamura.
Not seeming prepared to be a boxer, Takamura hands an impossible task to Ippo. After getting inspired by his hardworking mother, Ippo trains relentlessly to reach the top in the boxing world.
1 Kengan Ashura
Kengan Ashura seals the deal with its non-stop high octane action sequences.
Kengan Ashura
Air Date: July 31, 2019 Status: Upcoming Season 2 Studio: Larx Entertainment No. of Seasons: 1 No. of Episodes: 24In this world, business deals are sealed by fights between the gladiators hired by the parties involved. The battle in the grand arena is going on since the Edo Period, where violence using martial arts is the norm.
Nicknamed as “Ashura,” Ouma Tokita is hired by Hideki Nogi, to fight on his behalf with a man in his forties named Kazuo Yamashita as his manager.
Aiming to be the strongest amongst them all, Tokita and Yamashita fight their way through the matches where one mistake can cost their life.
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