Tadashi Sawamura
main character
TV
4.4
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Episode: 0 / 26
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 26
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Total watch time
- 10 h 50 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 2, 1970 – March 26, 1971
- Season
- Fall 1970
- Source
- Original story
- Studio
- Toei Animation
- Original creator
- Ikki Kajiwara, Kentaro Nakajou
- Music
- Asei Kobayashi
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 44/100
Estimated watch time
10h 50m
⚡ 6 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Shounen50%Martial Arts20%
overview details
Synopsis
An arrogant karate master named Tadashi Sawamura enters the kickboxing ring to prove his superiority, only to be beaten into a coma by a practictioner of the new art. After recovering, his trainer Endo convinced Sawamura to study kickboxing in order to regain his honor. The series is loosely based on the real-life exploits of champion kickboxer Tadashi Sawamura. (Source: Anime News Network)
Main cast & voice actors
Should you watch Demon of the Kick?
Only if you enjoy drama and sports.
Reception is lukewarm: 44/100 on AniList.
28.8% of viewers drop it before the end, more than most, so give it a few episodes to see if it clicks.
At about 10 h 50 min in total, plan on one to two weeks at a couple of episodes a day.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Episodes
26 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Ikki Kajiwara
- Original creator
- Kentaro Nakajou
- Music
- Asei Kobayashi
Where it fits in the series
- Optional extras: Kick no Oni (1971)
Related entries
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Demon of the Kick FAQ
How many episodes does Demon of the Kick have?
Demon of the Kick has 26 episodes of about 25 minutes each, roughly 10 h 50 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Demon of the Kick?
About 10 h 50 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 13 days; at one hour a day, about 11 days.
Is Demon of the Kick finished?
Yes. Demon of the Kick has finished airing — the final episode aired March 26, 1971.
Is there a season 2 of Demon of the Kick?
No sequel is listed for Demon of the Kick as of October 2026.
Is Demon of the Kick based on a manga?
No. Demon of the Kick is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who animated Demon of the Kick?
Demon of the Kick was animated by Toei Animation.