Hajime no ippo
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0Hajime no Ippo, written and illustrated by Joichi Morikawa, is a Japanese manga series and anime about the journey of Ippo Makunouchi, a shy high school student, as he enters the world of professional boxing. Inspired by the struggles he faced as a bullied teenager, Ippo finds boxing as a way to find strength and overcome his insecurities. He joins the Kamogawa Boxing Gym, guided by his coach, and gradually progresses through training and competition, facing various challenges and rivalries.
The story follows Ippo's relentless determination and training, as he aims to become a champion and honor his coach. He also forms strong relationships with his peers, including rivals like Ichirō Miyata, and a deep trust for his coach, Genji Kamogawa. Ippo's journey explores themes of self-improvement, overcoming adversity, and the power of hard work and dedication in the world of profes. The setting takes place in the Kamogawa Boxing Gym. Characters: Ippo, Miyata, Takamura, Aoki, Genji, and Tatsuya.
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