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Hokuto no Ken

Synopsis: In the year 19xx, after being betrayed and left to die, the brave warrior Kenshirou a place in a post-apocalyptic wasteland in a search to track his rival, Shin, who kidnapped his beloved bride Yuria. During his journey, Kenshirou makes use of his deadly form of struggle, Hokuto Shinken, to defend the helpless blood -thirsty ravagers. It was not long before their exploits begin to attract the attention of larger enemies, such as warlords and rival martial artists, and Keshirou is involved with more than he originally negotiated.

Faced with increasing probabilities, the successor of Hokuto Shinken is forced to put his proof skills in an effort to recover what he cares most. And how these new challenges present themselves, and the battle against injustice intensifies, namely, his conflict with Shin and the rest of Nanto Seiken's martial arts school, Kenshirou is gradually transformed into the savior of an radiated and violent world.

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- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Manga and Products
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

See below all important information about the anime: Hokuto no Ken

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Hokuto no Ken
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 北斗の拳
  • Anime Name in English: Fist of the North Star
  • Other names: Seikimatsu Kyuseishu Densetsu Hokuto no Ken, HNK

Production information

  • Producers: Fuji TV
  • Licensors: Discotek Media, Manga Entertainment
  • Studios: Toei Animation

Anime Information

  • Type: TV
  • Episodes: 109
  • Date: October 11, 1984 - March. 5, 1987 - Thursdays in 1900 (JST)
  • Genres: Action, drama, science fiction
  • Subjects: Artes marciais
  • Target: Shounen

Anime Reviews

  • note: 7.961
  • Popularity: 41295

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Date: 2023-06-29T07:32:24-03:00

    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Hokuto no Ken": 

    • Hokuto no Ken is known as Fist of the North Star in English and was created by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara.
    • The anime was released in 1984 and had 109 episodes.
    • History takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where society was destroyed by a nuclear war.
    • The main character, Kenshiro, is a master of martial arts who uses the Hokuto Shinken technique to defeat his enemies.
    • Hokuto Shinken is a fictitious martial arts technique that focuses on attacking the pressure points of the human body to cause internal damage.
    • The anime was a big hit in Japan and inspired several video games, manga and movies.
    • The anime was also shown in several countries, including the United States, where it was dubbed in English.
    • Hokuto no Ken is known for his scenes of extreme and gore violence, which made him one of the most controversial anime of his day.
    • The anime is also known for its iconic phrases, such as "You are already dead" (Omae Wa Mou Shindeiru), which has become a popular meme on the internet.
    • Hokuto no Ken is considered a martial arts classic and remains popular with anime and manga fans to this day.
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    Manga and Products from Hokuto no Ken

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Hokuto no Ken"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Kenshiro (Hiroshi Abe) - The protagonist of the story, a skilled warrior seeking revenge against those who betrayed him.
    • Raoh (Kenji Utsumi) - Kenshiro's older brother and one of the series's leading antagonists, who seeks to conquer the world with his strength.
    • Toki (Tessho Genda) - Kenshiro's younger brother and one of the few characters who can control the Hokuto Shinken technique.
    • Yuria (Mie Suzuki) - Kenshiro's love and one of the character's main motivations.
    • KING (KANETO SHIOZAWA) - One of Kenshiro's allies and one of the few characters who can use the Seiken Nantho technique.
    • Souther (Hirotaka Suzuoki) - One of the main antagonists of the series, which seeks to destroy the Hokuto Shinken technique.
    • JAGI (CHIBA SHIGERU) - Kenshiro's younger brother and one of the main antagonists of the series, who seeks revenge against Kenshiro.
    • Mamiya (Minina Tominaga) - One of Kenshiro's allies and one of the few female characters in the series.

    Summary and events

    1. The world is devastated by a nuclear war.
    2. Kenshiro, the successor of martial art Hokuto Shinken, is betrayed by his foster brother, Shin, and his bride, Yuria, is kidnapped.
    3. Kenshiro begins his journey to find Yuria and take revenge on Shin.
    4. Kenshiro finds several people who need their help and fight against various enemies, including Raoh, Kenshiro's older brother.
    5. Kenshiro finally finds Yuria, but discovers that she is dying of an incurable disease.
    6. Kenshiro and his allies fight Raoh and his followers in a final battle.
    7. Kenshiro defeat Raoh and becomes the new ruler of the post-apocalyptic world.

    What happens in the end?

    At the end of the Hokuto manga at Ken, Kenshiro finally defeats his older brother, Raoh, in an epic battle. After that, Kenshiro becomes the new leader of the post-apocalyptic world and works to rebuild it. He also finds his beloved, Yuria, who had been kidnapped by Raoh, and they gather. The manga ends with Kenshiro walking towards the horizon, ready to face new challenges.

    GAMES, MOVIES, OVAs and SPECIALS

    See below the list of games available for different platforms related to anime: Hokuto no Ken

    • Ps2 (Hokuto no Ken)
    • Ps3 (Hokuto Musou)
    • Ps4 (Hokuto ga Gotoku)
    • Ps Vita (Hokuto Musou)
    • Sega Saturn (Hokuto no Ken)

    See below a list of OVAs, Specials, and Movies related to anime: Hokuto no Ken

    • Movies: Hokuto no Ken (1986), Hokuto no Ken 2 (1987)
    • OVAs: Hokuto no Ken: Raoh Gaiden - Ten no Haoh (2008), Hokuto no Ken: Yuria-Den (2007)
    • Special: Hokuto no Ken: Ichigo Aji (2015)

    The list may not contain all games, movies, OVAs, or specials. The work may also have not received any extras or be unavailable.

    Meaning of Hokuto no Ken

    Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

    北斗の拳
    • 北斗の 拳: It means "northern starry" in Japanese.
    Explanation of the anime's name: The anime "北斗の 拳" is known in English as "Fist of the North Star" and in Portuguese as "North Star Fist". It is based on a manga of the same name created by Buronson and illustrated by Tetsuo Hara. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where civilization was destroyed by a nuclear war. The protagonist, Kenshiro, is a master of martial arts who has the power of "Hokuto Shinken", a style of struggle that allows him to attack the vital points of the human body. The anime's name makes reference to this style of struggle and the protagonist, which is known as the "North Star Fist" due to his ability to defeat his enemies with his powerful fists.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Hokuto no Ken has a total of 109 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Hokuto no Ken on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
    The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Hokuto no Ken usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 41295