TV-Series
Description
"Kung Fu Boy Chinmi" is a martial arts anime series centered on the journey of a young boy named Chinmi, who aspires to master the art of kung fu. The story begins in a small village where Chinmi lives with his mother. From a young age, Chinmi demonstrates a natural talent for martial arts, often practicing and honing his skills in the mountains. His life takes a significant turn when he encounters Master Reppu, a renowned kung fu master, who recognizes Chinmi's potential and invites him to train at the prestigious Dairin Temple.

At Dairin Temple, Chinmi undergoes rigorous training alongside other disciples, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. The temple serves as a hub for martial arts education, where students learn not only physical techniques but also the philosophical and moral principles underlying kung fu. Chinmi's dedication and innate abilities quickly set him apart, earning him both admiration and rivalry from his peers. Throughout the series, Chinmi faces numerous challenges, including intense training sessions, rivalries with fellow students, and encounters with external threats to the temple.

The narrative progresses as Chinmi grows stronger, both physically and mentally, through his experiences. He participates in various martial arts tournaments, where he competes against skilled opponents from different schools. These competitions serve as milestones in his development, showcasing his evolving techniques and strategic thinking. Alongside his martial arts journey, Chinmi forms meaningful relationships with his fellow students, including his close friend and rival, Riki, and the compassionate Mei Mei, who provides emotional support and encouragement.

As the series unfolds, Chinmi's adventures extend beyond the temple, leading him to confront external adversaries who threaten the peace and stability of the martial arts community. These encounters often involve battles that test Chinmi's resolve and force him to adapt his skills to new and unpredictable situations. Through these trials, Chinmi learns valuable lessons about humility, perseverance, and the true essence of kung fu.

The series balances action-packed fight sequences with moments of introspection and character development, highlighting Chinmi's growth from a talented but inexperienced boy into a disciplined and skilled martial artist. The overarching narrative emphasizes themes of self-improvement, camaraderie, and the pursuit of excellence, all set against the backdrop of a richly detailed martial arts world.
Information
Kung Fu Boy Chinmi
鉄拳チンミ
Iron Fist Chinmi
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 20
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 07/02/1988 – 12/24/1988
Categories
Genre
AdventureActionDramaComedy
Tags
Martial Arts
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1Birth of the Strongest Kung Fu Boy! Break the Iron Cutting Fist
2Slash the Moon! Can You Enter the Dairin Temple?
3Master the Mind's Eye! The Ultimate Elite Test
4Extinguish the Murderous Intent! Going Deep Into the Mountains is Hard
5Polish Your Insight! The Battle with the Mysterious Shikigami Statue
6This is Tough! The Return of the Hot-Blooded Sensei
7Protect the Beautiful Girl! Those Three are Rivals
8Impossible! Dairin Temple is an Assassination Fist?
9Rescue Big Sis! The Appearance of the Black Flame Gang
10Protect Souke Village! The Terrifying Heinous Kenpo
11Learn From the Wind! The Lonely Cane Style
12Shoot the Darkness! The Demon with Glowing Eyes
13The Wolf's Fangs! Discover the Rival's Secrets
14The Essence of the Circle! A Challenge Meant Only for One
15Fighting Kenpo! The Sensei is a Drunken Daoshi
16A Life-Threatening Challenge! Operation Become an Apprentice
17A One-Hit Kill! There's No Second Chance in a Real Fight
18A Formidable Opponent Appears! The Blue-Eyed Challenger
19A Life-Threatening Lesson! The Essence of Tongbeiquan
20The Battle of the Dragon & Tiger! Dairin Temple in Flames
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Series Composition
    Junki Takegami
  • Storyboard
    Hiroyuki Kitakubo
    Masashi Hirota
    Hideki Tonokatsu
    Masaki Kudō
    Kazuhiro Mori
    Yoshinori Nakamura
    Makoto Nagao
    Naoyoshi Kusaka
    Hisashi Kenchi
    Tetsuya Endō
    Jutarō Ōba
  • Music
    Kei Wakakusa
  • Art Director
    Katsuyoshi Kanemura
  • Sound Director
    Fusanobu Fujiyama
  • Executive producer
    Masaru Umehara
  • Director
    Jutarō Ōba
  • Chief Animation Director
    Kenichi Ōnuki
  • Screenplay
    Nobuaki Kishima
    Junki Takegami
    Akihiko Kakizaki
    Yukiyoshi Ōhashi
  • Episode Director
    Hideki Tonokatsu
    Kazuhiro Mori
    Yoshinori Nakamura
    Toshiyuki Tsuru
    Naoyoshi Kusaka
    Yoshito Hata
    Tetsuya Endō
    Jutarō Ōba
    Masao Itō
  • Original creator
  • Animation Director
    Hideyuki Motohashi
    Osamu Tsuruyama
    Michio Satō
    Masaki Kudō
    Tadashi Shida
    Yutaka Kawasuji
    Toshiyuki Tsuru
    Mitsuharu Kajitani
    Kenichi Ōnuki
  • Director of Photography
    Nobuyuki Sugaya
    Takeshi Fukuda
  • Producer
    Hiroshi Katō
    Masayoshi Kawada
    Yoshirō Kataoka
    Kōji Yoritsune
  • Character Design
    Kenichi Ōnuki
Production
  • Production
    TOHO
    TV Asahi
    Ashi Productions
    Asatsu
    Music
    Insert songs
    Ep. 12
    “Kung Fu Fighting”
    Ep. 18
    “Heart ni Yūki!”