Streaming platforms are increasingly betting on anime. Thus, Netflix has recently expanded its anime catalog by adding several seasons of the acclaimed title Hajime no Ippo, considered a classic of the spokon genre. This series, which follows the adventures of the young boxer Ippo Makunouchi, is an adaptation of the manga by George Morikawa, published continuously since 1989 and already has more than 140 volumes. With this addition, Netflix offers its subscribers the opportunity to enjoy a total of 127 episodes of the anime.
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The new seasons include New Challenger, released in 2009, and Rising, which premiered in 2013, allowing fans to continue the exciting narrative that has defined this work over the decades. Until now, the platform featured the first season, subtitled The Fighting!, with 76 episodes that had left many viewers wanting more. Now, thanks to this new release, users can embark on an extensive marathon of fights and emotions.
It is important to mention that although all seasons are available in Japanese with subtitles, only the first season has a Latin Spanish dub. This somewhat limits access for those who prefer to enjoy the anime in their native language, as none of the new additions offer a Castilian dub.
Although the latest animated series, Hajime no Ippo: Rising, ended in 2014, the manga continues its publication. Therefore, those interested in following the story beyond the animation can start reading from volume 61. Without a doubt, this is an excellent opportunity for both new viewers and those already familiar with the character to relive his journey inside and outside the ring.