Martial arts have been the backbone of many fascinating movies that made it into the audience's hearts. It has always been there either as a concept of film or as the central core. Thus, it has a special place in every entertainment industry, including anime. Anime is infamous for making it as natural and lively as possible, and the martial art sparkles that wow factor it needs. A particular audience is into watching the slow motions of most epic martial arts moves. The most enchanting features of martial arts movies lie within their dynamic movement and practicality. It is pretty relatable for the audience as the film can happen on the grounds of reality and thus separate it from all fancy fantasy anime far beyond reality and thrives on the writer's imagination. Sometimes Martial art also plays significant roles in fantasy anime too. Here, we will discuss the top 10 most famous Japanese anime featuring martial arts.
1. Air Master
The main protagonist is often called Air Master for the fluid motions she gained from her gymnast that she perfectly blends with martial arts. She aims to win a prestigious fighting contest against the world's best street fighters. Air Master was initially introduced to the audience in 2003 and is based on the manga of the same name and is produced by the infamous. It talks about the genre of unseen comedy and Martial arts. The leading characters are Julietta Sakamoto, Maki Aikawa, Karoi, Mina, and Yuki.
2. Tomorrow's Joe
The lead is Joe Yabuki, motivated by former boxers to pursue boxing as a career. Unlike other martial arts anime, the story is more of a personal tale that concentrates on victory's journey where Joe desires to prove their mettle instead of merely winning. Tomorrow's Joe was initially introduced to the audience in 1970 and was penned by the infamous Asao Takamori. It talks about the combat sports genre and has comprised about seventy-nine episodes. The leading characters are Joe Yabuki, Yoko Shiraki, and Danpei Tange.
3. Air Gear
Air gear enables the owner to perform extreme stunts in the air, leading to the birth of sci-fi martial arts. Skate's air gear also has a lost-lasting impact on the viewers, making them believe they could do the same if they had known skating. Air Gear was initially introduced to the audience in 2006 and was penned by the infamous Chiaki J. Konako. It talks about the genre of action and adventure. The show comprises about twenty-five episodes. The leading characters are Itsuki Minami, Akito Wanijima, and Ringo Noyamano.
4. Samurai Champloo
Samurai Champloo is an Edo-period wonder that features a trio on a mission that drags them through various adventures. The story beings with two samurai a waitress brings together after she saves them from execution for destroying the shop she works in. Samurai Champloo was initially introduced to the audience in 2004. It talks about genres of action, samurai cinema, fiction, etc. The show comprises about twenty-six powerful episodes. The leading characters are Mugen, Fuu, Okuru, Mukuro, Sara, etc.
5. Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple
The anime is a proportionate blend of comedy and martial arts that concentrates on a boy who wants to learn martial arts to escape his school bullying. It's interesting to observe his improvement episode by episode. Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple was initially introduced to the audience in 2006 and comprised impressive ratings. It talks about the genre of action, comedy, adventure, etc., and comprises four seasons. The leading characters are Kenichi Shirahama, Shigure Kosakao, and Miu Furinji.
6. Sword Of the Stranger
The series is about a boy chased down by several swordsmen from Ming Dynasty and guarded by Ronin Nanashi. It's the best go-to for the audience craving fluid fighting. Sword of the Stranger was initially introduced to the audience in 2007 as a single-shot movie. It talks about the genre of Samurai cinema and action. The leading characters are Kotaro, Nanashi, Luo-Lang, Tobimaru, etc.
7. The God Of High School
The anime features a world where high school students could contest in the fighting championship, where one fights with borrowed power, and the winner can have any of their wishes granted. It's a perfect twist given to traditional martial arts, and the audience can experience a unique fighting style thought out the anime. The god of high school was initially introduced to the audience in 2020 and comprised about thirteen power-packed episodes. Its infamous characters are Mori, Han Daewi, Mira Yoo, and Yu Mira.
8. Hinomaru Sumo
Though Hinomaru Sumo is under-watched, it is one of the best sports anime that features the world of Sumo tournaments explaining and describing how all the throws and moves are minutely calculated. Hinomaru Sumo was initially introduced to the audience in 2018 and is animated by the infamous Gonzo. It talks about professional wrestlers' life and risks, with Hinomaru Ushio, Shinaya Ozeki, and Chihiro Kunisaki as lead characters.
9. Naruto
Naruto is initially based on fierce fights requiring tactics with a proportionate blend of fantastical elements such as Jutsu. The tale is impressive and one of the most famous pieces of all time, featuring Naruto and his journey to being a Hokage. Naruto was initially introduced to the audience in 2002, produced by the infamous Masashi Kishimoto. It's a Shonen genre anime that comprise about seasons five outstanding seasons. The leading characters are Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Sakura. Naruto is one of the most appreciable and popular anime among fans.
10. Kengan Ashura
The plotline concerns a salaryman who must manage a fierce fighter's affairs. The duo is invited to a prestigious tournament out of a purpose that they discover as the episodes unwrap. Kengan Ashura was initially introduced to the audience in 2012 and is produced by the infamous Larx Entertainment. It talks about the genre of Martial arts and action; and comprises two mind-blowing seasons. Several influential characters are Ohma Tokita, Raian Kure, Setsuna Kiryu, Lihito, Cosmo Imai, and Kazuo.
