The BEST episodes directed by Shun Kudou
#1 - A Fist That Picks You Up
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 13
The evolved Dempsey Roll saved Ippo from the jaws of defeat. Bolstered by the cheering fans, he chases down Sawamura. But with Sawamura more willing than ever to risk an illegal move, will Ippo's last bit of energy be enough to defend the title?
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#2 - The Anti-Dempsey Perfected
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 12
Ippo mounts a desperate, full frontal assault as Sawamura continues to toy with him. Determined to take back the pace, Ippo begins to dodge the Bullets and get into a rhythm as he strikes back. Almost naturally he falls into the Dempsey Roll pattern, and Sawamura makes his move!
#3 - 100% Fake
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 5
Imae’s long hours of research quickly pay off as he decimates Aoki by countering every one of his trademark attacks, even the Frog Punch! As Tomiko watches on and the crowd awaits the inevitable knockout, Aoki does something that leaves the whole arena in shock.
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#4 - Fearless Challenger
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 11
Sawamura's blatant fouls and bullet-like left jabs leave Ippo scrambling to establish some kind of rhythm. He stubbornly forces his way inside, but is he charging headfirst into a trap?
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#5 - A Woman's Battle
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 3
Ippo emerges victorious after a vicious war with Shimabukuro, and Itagaki’s sister Nanako comes to pay him a visit at home while he rests. Meanwhile, Aoki is busy preparing for his first ever title match against the lightweight champion Imae Katsutaka.
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#6 - The Strongest Challenger
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 1
Makunouchi Ippo defeated Sendou Takeshi with his Dempsey Roll and became the Japanese Featherweight Champion! Reflecting on his recent title defenses, Ippo reminisces about his late father Kazuo, and his own desires to be as strong as his dad was.
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#7 - Golden Eagle
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 16
While Takamura approaches his physical limits as he cuts weight for his upcoming world title match, the American champion David Eagle arrives in Japan. Talented, dedicated, respectful, and honorable, he exudes the aura of a true champion.
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#8 - Cheese Champion
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 7
Sendou Takeshi, the "Naniwa Tiger," returns to the ring! But it's his sparring partner, Sawamura Ryuuhei, who knocks Ippo for a loop when he calls the Dempsey Roll a "clumsy technique" and declares he's gunning for the Featherweight Title!
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#9 - A Lesson Never Forgotten
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 20
Despite being stymied by Eagle, Takamura assures his corner he has a plan for victory. Just as he seems to be making progress, a shocking development changes the entire fight.
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#10 - The Mad Dog and the Red Wolf
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 8
Ippo's next title defense is confirmed to be against Sawamura Ryuuhei, and after realizing the Dempsey Roll is vulnerable to counter punches, Ippo realizes he doesn't stand a chance. His only option is to somehow evolve the Dempsey Roll into a more effective move, but as he mulls over exactly how to do it, a surprisingly familiar face appears in front of him.
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#11 - Bloodville
Garo: The Animation - Season 1 - Episode 4
On the way to Santa Bard, León and Germán take a side trip to a village under the guise of pilgrims due to the rumors of people disappearing.
#12 - The Courage to Live
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 23
Prizefighting turns out to be no match for boxing as Sergeant Ralph Anderson easily manhandles Kamogawa and Nekota. The two fighters redouble their training even as they adjust to their new lives living with Yuki...and each other.
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#13 - Blood Moon
Garo: The Animation - Season 1 - Episode 12
León and Alfonso finally meet as the two join forces to face Mendoza. But during the confrontation against their mutual enemy, León's grudge causes him to lose control of the Garo armor, and Alfonso must take some drastic measures to stop him.
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#14 - The Distance Between Me and Glory
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 6
Imae, cowed by Aoki’s fearsome new move, suddenly realizes what it is Aoki has that he lacks. Summoning up all the energy he has left, he faces his challenger once again. As the fight drags on, will Imae retain his championship, or will Aoki finally reach the belt?
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#15 - He's in the Sky
Ushio and Tora (2015) - Season 1 - Episode 8
Ushio and Tora go on a journey to find Ushio's mother. As they are headed to Hokkaido by air, they meet a girl named Yuu, who recently lost her father, who was a pilot. She believes that a JASDF pilot, Atsuzawa, is responsible for her father's death, but Atsuzawa says it's the work of a monster. Eventually, Atsuzawa feels the same pressure he felt when he saw the monster in the sky that day he saw the monster. Right after, Ushio and the others come face to face with the monster that brought down Yuu's father's plane, Fusuma.
#16 - Cure
Garo: The Animation - Season 1 - Episode 16
The capital is visited by the famous doctor Fabian, who treats his patients free of charge, but little the citizens know of his true nature and intentions.
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#17 - Evening Dress
Gangsta. - Season 1 - Episode 8
When three more Twilight bodies are found, all signs point to an anti-Twilight campaign being carried out. The Handymen are hired to repair Constance's gun shop, and Alex discovers that she has some important memories missing.
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#18 - Flower of Hope
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 22
An old photo and a little prodding from Ippo and Aoki prompts Coach Kamogawa and Nekota to take a trip down memory lane. Theirs is a tale of hope, frustration, and ultimately redemption in the early days of postwar Japan.
#19 - A Storm Descends on Makunouchi Fishing Boat
Hajime no Ippo - Season 3 - Episode 15
To celebrate Ippo's win and recovery, the whole gym gang hops aboard the Makunouchi Fishing Boat for a fun fishing trip. Yagi suggests they liven things up with a little contest, and suddenly a relaxing afternoon turns into an all-out war!
#20 - Sorrow Beast
Garo: The Animation - Season 1 - Episode 7
After kicking Germán out of the inn, León comes across a fallen Makai Knight in black armor.
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#21 - Doom
Garo: The Animation - Season 1 - Episode 23
Despite León and the others' efforts, Mendoza manages to summon the massive Horror Anima, and all hope seems lost.
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