Synopsis
Joe, a teenage orphan in the slums of the Doya streets, meets Danpei, a homeless, alcoholic ex-boxing coach. Danpei, seeing Joe's boxing talent, decides to train him. When Joe is sent to a terrible juvenile home for petty crimes, he meets Rikiishi who becomes his boxing rival. Danpei arrives at the home to help Joe to train in order to defeat Rikiishi. When Joe decides to seriously pursue boxing, Danpei cannot get a coaching license because of his reputation as a drunk. (Source: AnimeNfo)
Featured Characters

Joe Yabuki
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Tooru Rikiishi
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Danpei Tange
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Youko Shiraki
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Anime Metadata
StudioMushi Production
Airing StatusEnded
Total Episodes126
Latest Episode126
SeasonSPRING
Start Date1970-04-01
Rating★8.1
Genres
ActionDramaSlice of LifeSports
