: While the training is harsh, it begins to blend elements from multiple disciplines—such as the power of Karate and the redirection of Jujitsu—to form Kenichi’s unique, adaptive style.
Following his initial heavy training, Kenichi is easily defeated by , a skilled fighter from the school's karate club. This loss leaves Kenichi deeply depressed and questioning his path. Motivated by a desire to see him become more courageous, Akisame Kōetsuji finally agrees to teach Kenichi specific martial arts techniques rather than just endurance and strength drills. KenIchi: The Mightiest Disciple Episode 4
Watch the official English dub episode to see Kenichi's breakthrough and his first real martial arts victory: : While the training is harsh, it begins
The episode features the core cast of Ryōzanpaku and Kenichi's school life: Motivated by a desire to see him become
: Sakaki teaches Kenichi how to bypass the predictable movements of tournament-style karate.
Kenichi undergoes rigorous instruction from all the masters at the Ryōzanpaku dojo. Notably, —who initially seemed uninterested—takes a liking to Kenichi’s persistence and teaches him a specialized technique designed to exploit the vulnerabilities of "Sports Karate" users. Armed with these new skills, Kenichi faces Tsukuba in a rematch and emerges victorious, though this win draws the unwanted attention of the notorious gang, Ragnarok . Key Characters