Kick of the Oni
Kajiwara Ikki
- Mangaka
- Kajiwara Ikki
- First published
- 1969
- Status
- Completed
- Original language
- Japanese
- Genres
- Thriller · Action · Psychological · Comedy
- Content rating
- Safe
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Kick of the Oni, or Oni no Kick, is a sports-themed manga series created by Kajiwara Ikki. Written during the height of the author's influence in the genre, the work reflects the intense, high-stakes athletic drama that defined his output. It emerged from a period in Japanese publishing where sports manga were transitioning from simple recreational stories to gritty, character-driven narratives focused on grueling training and psychological perseverance.
The series is noted for its dramatic illustrations that emphasize the visceral power of the sport. Kajiwara collaborated with artists who leaned into dynamic layouts and exaggerated character expressions to heighten the tension on the page. While the series did not reach the same widespread cultural ubiquity as his more famous works like Ashita no Joe, it remains a recognized title among enthusiasts of 1970s sports manga, appreciated for its adherence to the intense 'guts' archetype established by the author.
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