"FIGHT!!" Review: The appeal and evaluation of this passionate battle anime

"FIGHT!!" - A story of passion and friendship

Released as an OVA on June 18, 1993, FIGHT!! is based on the manga by Pink Aoya. It was published by Pony Canyon and produced by JC Staff. It's a short, 45-minute episode, but it's packed with action and the passion and friendship of the main characters.

story

"FIGHT!!" is set in a fictional high school. The protagonist, Hiza Yonosuke (voice: Kusao Tsuyoshi), is the captain of the kendo club and leads the team, but he also has personal problems. His best friend, Kakurebe Tsukinojo (voice: Hayashibara Megumi), the ace of the kendo club, knows about Yonosuke's troubles but tries to support him. The story centers around the friendship between Yonosuke and Tsukinojo, and depicts their growth through kendo.

Yonosuke has devoted himself to kendo in order to live up to his father's expectations. However, he rebels against his father's strictness and searches for his own path. Meanwhile, Tsukinojo is Yonosuke's emotional support, understands his troubles, and chooses to fight alongside him. At the climax of the story, the two join forces to take on the national tournament, beautifully expressing the crystallization of their friendship and hard work.

character

Yonosuke Hinza (voice: Takeshi Kusao)

Yonosuke is the captain of the kendo club and a leader of the team, with a strong sense of responsibility. However, he cannot escape the pressure of having to live up to his father's expectations, and he is conflicted inside. His growth is depicted through friendship and kendo, and leaves viewers deeply moved.

Kakurebe Tsukinojo (voiced by Megumi Hayashibara)

Tsukinojo is Yonosuke's best friend and the ace of the kendo club. He understands Yonosuke's troubles and drives the story by supporting him. Her kindness and strength support Yonosuke's heart, and it is moving to see the two of them grow together.

Production Staff

Director and scriptwriter Ryo Yasumura has created a story that deeply touches the audience, centering on the friendship between Yonosuke and Tsukinojo. Character designer Kenichi Onuki has vividly expressed the personalities of the characters, enhancing the visual appeal. Animation director Masanori Nishii, art director Nobuhito Sue, and sound director Hideyuki Tanaka also contributed to improving the quality of the work in their respective fields.

Evaluation and Impressions

"FIGHT!!" is a short but dense story with character growth. The friendship between Yonosuke and Tsukinojo deeply touches viewers, and the series is also praised as a story of growth through kendo. In particular, the climax of the national tournament is a moving and moving scene in which the two join forces to take on the challenge, touching the hearts of viewers.

The quality of the character designs and drawings is also high, making the film visually appealing. In particular, in the kendo scenes, every movement is carefully drawn, making the viewers feel like they are there. In terms of sound, too, the sound effects and background music, directed by Hideyuki Tanaka, liven up the story and enhance the viewers' emotions.

Recommended points

"FIGHT!!" is a work with themes of friendship and hard work, and I highly recommend it to young people who are struggling with the troubles of adolescence. Many viewers will empathize with Yonosuke's relationship with his father and his friendship with Tsukinojo as he finds his own path. The kendo scenes can also be enjoyed as a sports anime, and the visual appeal is also a major point.

Furthermore, the short but dense storyline makes it easy for busy modern people to enjoy. The OVA format is also appealing in that it can be watched easily. Please watch "FIGHT!!" and experience the story of friendship and growth between Yonosuke and Tsukinojo.

Related information

The original work of "FIGHT!!" is a manga by Pink Aoya, which is also popular for its depiction of passion and friendship. By reading the original work, you can learn about episodes and character backgrounds that are not depicted in the OVA, allowing you to enjoy the work more deeply. In addition, other works by JC Staff are also known for their high quality, so if you are interested, be sure to check them out.

"FIGHT!!" is a story of friendship and hard work that is loved by many viewers. Please enjoy the story and experience the growth and friendship between Yonosuke and Tsukinojo.