History`s Strongest Disciple Kenichi Season 1 Episode 9 Apapapa! Apachai's Training
- December 2, 2006
Kenichi Shirahama continues his martial arts training under the guidance of various masters from the Ryōzanpaku, a dojo of martial arts masters. But in this episode, the focus is on Apachai Hopachai, a friendly giant who is the National Muay Thai Champion and a master of the art.
Apachai is a gentle person with a big heart. He has a perpetual smile on his face and is incredibly fond of his friends, especially Kenichi. Despite being immensely powerful, Apachai is humble and treats everyone with respect. But there's a reason why he is one of the strongest members of the Ryōzanpaku. His training methods are unique, to say the least.
The episode starts with Kenichi observing Apachai's daily routine. Apachai's training involves him being tied to a tree and pelted with coconuts by his trainer. The objective of the exercise is to improve Apachai's durability and to toughen him up. Kenichi is taken aback by the brutality of the exercise, but Apachai loves it, and it certainly seems to work for him.
But there's more to Apachai's training than just being a punching bag for coconuts. Apachai invites Kenichi to join him in a special training session, which he calls "Apapapa." The training is essentially just a form of Muay Thai dancing, but with a twist. Apachai's version of Muay Thai dancing is so energetic and powerful that it can shatter concrete with a single hit. The objective of the training is to teach the student how to deliver powerful strikes while maintaining their balance and coordination.
Kenichi is excited to start the training, but he quickly realizes just how challenging it is. Apachai's movements are incredibly fast and fluid, and he can strike at an incredible speed. Kenichi struggles to keep up with the pace, and soon finds himself battered and bruised.
But despite the difficulties, Kenichi perseveres. He is determined to learn the art of Apapapa and become a master of Muay Thai. With Apachai's guidance, he slowly but surely improves his skills.
The episode is full of light-hearted moments, as well as some intense action sequences. The scenes showing Apachai's training methods are particularly memorable, and showcase the unique approach that the Ryōzanpaku takes to martial arts.
By the end of the episode, Kenichi has become a considerably stronger martial artist. He has a newfound appreciation for the art of Muay Thai, and he can finally keep up with Apachai's incredible speed and power.
Overall, this episode is a fantastic addition to the series. It showcases the unique training methods of one of the most beloved characters from the Ryōzanpaku, while also highlighting the growth of Kenichi as a martial artist. It's a must-watch for fans of the show, and an excellent example of the high-quality storytelling that History's Strongest Disciple Kenichi season 1 is known for.