Original Title

Hajime No ippo

Year

2000

Duration

24 minute

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General Information

Makunouchi Ippo is an ordinary high school student in Japan. He spends much of his time outside of school helping his mother run the family business, preventing him from enjoying his youth like most teenagers. The family fishing business gives him a distinct smell, making him a target for bullying at school, one of life's many challenges for Ippo. One such after-school bullying session turns Ippo's life around when he's rescued by Takamura, a boxer. He decides to follow in Takamura's footsteps and train to become a boxer, giving his life direction and purpose. Ippo's journey to perfecting his pugilistic skills is only just beginning...

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