Initially, the series was shown on the channel's Adult Swim programming block from February 2002 to April 2003, but was later moved to Toonami. It was later licensed in North America by Funimation in 2001, where it aired on popular Cartoon Network blocks including Adult Swim and later Toonami. Although he found some the battle sequences to be engaging, Polley judged the chapters as lacking in characterization and development overall. Once given the go-ahead to begin publication, Togashi proposed "YuYu-Ki (Poltergeist Chronicles)" for the title, as there would be battles with demons and it would be a play on the title SaiYu-Ki. In North America, the manga ran completely in Viz's Shonen Jump from January 2003 to January 2010. (He's actually PROUD of this, because Kuwabara scored 9%.). Keiko was voiced by: Yuri Amano(Original Japanese Version) Laura Bailey(English Version) Rose Barin (Filipino Dub Version) 1 Appearance 2 Personality 3 Synopsis 3.1 Yusuke's Revival 3.2 Spirit Detective Saga … Funimation president Gen Fukunaga remarked that Yu Yu Hakusho "came 'out of nowhere' to surprise people with huge ratings", which were just below those achieved by the popular series Dragon Ball Z. [69] Funimation dubbed the OVAs (though not the anime montages[81]) and (re)dubbed the first theatrical film with their original cast from the anime, and released them both in North America in a two-disc DVD bundle titled Yu Yu Hakusho: The Movie & Eizou Hakusho on December 13, 2011. In the anime television series, Shishiwakamaru is voiced by Toshiyuki Morikawa in Japanese … [5] He had recently completed the serialization of his romantic comedy Ten de Shōwaru Cupid in Weekly Shonen Jump. Eizou Hakusho II- Yusuke Urameshi DocumentSorry its not subbed, I dont speak Japanese. [157][158][159][160] N. S. Davidson of IGN concluded that having several concurrent plot branches is not enough for an anime to succeed, but that good writing, interesting characters, and action are also necessary. [40], A number of audio CDs have been released in Japan. A series of Yu Yu Hakusho OVAs collectively titled Eizou Hakusho (映像白書, Eizō Hakusho, lit. [3] This full-length feature received its first English dubbed version by Central Park Media, which released it on VHS on March 3, 1998, and on DVD on October 8, 2002, under the name Yu Yu Hakusho the Movie: Poltergeist Report.[76]. [149] Cartoon Network dropped the show from Toonami in March 2005 due to declining ratings. He became the leader of the Oniwabanshū at the age of 15 on the recommendation of Okina. Hiroyuki Yoshino. [69] Japanese home video distributor Bandai Visual began releasing the series on Blu-ray Disc on October 27, 2009, with the first set containing a picture drama set after the end of the series that saw cast members reunite to record new dialogue. Amanim/Do U Guys like how Maile did Boruto or do u guys like how Amanda Miller did Boruto? In Yu Yu Hakusho manga volume 12, Yusuke was voted 3rd most popular by 10,048 votes from fans. One of his most notable traits is his desire to fight, which becomes more noticeable as the series progresses. [20][21] Between August 4, 2004, and March 4, 2005, Shueisha released the kanzenban (complete) editions of the manga. Yusuke and his friends challenge and defeat Sensui's associates one-by-one, culminating in a final battle between the two detectives. [104] Nielsen additionally reported that Yu Yu Hakusho tied with Dragon Ball GT as the top-rated Cartoon Network program for the same demographic during the week of September 28, 2004. [127], Yu Yu Hakusho has sold more than 50 million copies in Japan alone, making it one of Weekly Shonen Jump's best-selling manga series. He's short-tempered, impulsive, merciless and likes to intimidate those who are afraid of him. He is also the de facto leader of Team Urameshi, and the general person to look to when the going gets tough. voiced by Cynthia Cranz and 5 … [44][45] Yu Yu Hakusho was taken off Toonami around March 2005 and moved to an early Saturday morning time slot that October where the series finished its run. 6 Verdict 7 NEXT … Yusuke takes initiative and proposes a fighting tournament to name the true ruler of the Demon Plane, which is agreed upon by Mukuro and Yomi. When Dr. Ichigaki's test subjects were released, Yusuke beat him much more severely than he might have otherwise. [72][75] The plot revolves around Yusuke and his friends defending the human world against inhabitants of a fourth plane of existence called the "Netherworld". Yūsuke Kobayashi (小林 裕介, Kobayashi Yūsuke, born March 25, 1985) is a Japanese voice actor from Tokyo, Japan. Make sure you comment, rate, & subscribe for more content. [109] It is composed of pieces of artwork from the series, including illustrations created for the kanzenban edition reprints and an index of print material where each image was first used. With Nozomu Sasaki, Justin Cook, Christopher Sabat, Cynthia Cranz. His editor at the time was nervous of him beginning the manga this way and recommended he transition to a battle-focused plot after about 30 chapters. [130] Towards the end of the series' run, Togashi was publicly criticized for not meeting chapter deadlines and for lower quality art. Yusuke's reiki is blue while his yoki is red. North America only saw three video game releases. [22][23] Yu Yu Hakusho has also been published as part of the Shueisha Jump Remix series of magazine-style books. Kimagure Orange Road: Shonen Jump Special, Kimagure Orange Road: I Want to Return to That Day. He also makes a crossover appearance in the last panel of Togashi Yoshiro's Hunter X Hunter yon-koma comic of 2011, where he asked about New Year's and is told he is in the wrong manga. Likewise … Year Title # … The movie was directed by Noriyuki Abe.The movie was English dubbed by Anime Works and Animaze and released on VHS on June 9, 1998 and on a single DVD with Ninku: The Movie on January 30, … "Give Me An Unbalanced Kiss") and "Taiyō ga Mata Kagayaku Toki" (太陽がまた輝くとき, Taiyō ga Mata Kagayaku Toki, lit. [123] An English guidebook to the series titled Yu Yu Hakusho Uncovered: The Unofficial Guide was published by Cocoro Books on October 12, 2004. He is still called Yusuke in the manga translation and subbed anime. [69][95][96] Two drama albums have been released by Shueisha, the first of which has an audio adaptation of the chapter "Yu Yu Hakusho Tales: Two Shot". [3] Yusuke travels to the Demon Plane and defeats Sensui with the aid of his ancestor who takes control of Yusuke's body to finish the fight. [156] He also called the artwork of the first few episodes "dated" and pointed out questionable script choices regarding the English dub. Amanim/My Top Inspiration for Voice Acting! [34] The Yu Yu Hakusho manga has additionally been licensed and published across Asia and Europe. [161] This was concurred upon by Joseph Luster of Otaku USA, who summed up his feelings about the universe of Yu Yu Hakusho by stating, "Togashi's world is eternally hellish and dark, but wildly varied. "[162], Jeffrey Harris of IGN was more critical when looking at later episodes, and felt that the end of the show's third arc involving the villain Sensui is too similar to the finale of the second arc with Toguro. Amanim/My Favorite USA TV Shows and Movies! Even though Yusuke is feared by most students and severely disliked by almost all of the teachers, he is generally misunderstood. Yu Yu Hakusho has been well received, with the manga selling over 50 million copies in Japan alone and winning the prestigious Shogakukan Manga Award for shōnen manga in 1993. When it aired on Adult Swim, the anime, along with others such as Inuyasha and Cowboy Bebop, met with male audiences ages 18–34. [58][59] The episodes have been released in both edited and uncut formats. The television series originally aired on Japan's Fuji TV network from October 1992 to December 1994. In addition, DVD collection boxes have been released for all four sagas, each containing all the episodes of that particular saga, with the exception of the Dark Tournament Saga, which was split into two collection boxes. [56][57], Funimation separated the series into four "seasons", that each compose their own story arc, which they refer to as "sagas". [83][84] In October 2019, Funimation announced the OVA release with an English dub. Unfortunately for Yusuke, his name is not listed in the Book of Enma, which means it was one big mistake! Ging resembles Yusuke Urameshi, the protagonist of Togashi's previous series YuYu Hakusho, in his physical stature, facial structure, and carefree, selfish attitude. "Demon World"), a third world occupied solely by demons, where Kuwabara and the newly reformed Kurama and Hiei assist him in defeating the Four Beasts, a quartet of demons attempting to blackmail Koenma into removing the barrier keeping them out of the human world. He was also one of The Three Kings of Makai and Yusuke Urameshi's ancestral father. After returning to life, Koenma grants Yusuke the title of "Underworld Detective" (霊界探偵, Reikai Tantei, lit. [2][3] He then travels to the mountains in search of the aged, female martial arts master Genkai. [37] The anime differed from its manga source material by containing different levels of violence and profanity, as well as minor variations in art style from one to the other. In 2017, he won the Best New Actor Award at the 11th Seiyu Awards.. [11][14] Although there was not a large demand from the editorial staff, Togashi was under a great deal of personal stress at certain points of the series' run, particularly during its final six months of publication. Hiroyuki Yoshino (吉野 裕行, Yoshino Hiroyuki, born February 6, 1974) is a Japanese voice actor and singer affiliated with Sigma Seven. [24][25] A bunkobon version began publication on November 18, 2010, and was finished on October 18, 2011. Another prominent trait of Yusuke's psyche is his sense of justice, as he doesn't tolerate evildoers and always has a firm resolve to capture or even beat them for the sake of doing the right thing. His birth year is 1967. [153], "YYH" redirects here. [14] He noted himself as being very ill while working on the color pages for Yusuke's match with Chu. Yusuke, unsettled at having been controlled by his ancestor Raizen, accepts an offer by Raizen's followers to return to the Demon Plane. When Funimation gained rights to the series, English language versions of each of these songs were produced and arranged by musician Carl Finch. [4][113][114][115][116] A collectible card game based on the franchise was released by Movic. Add photoYoshiro Torigashi's famous green protagonists go head to head to determine who is the best of his work If this were an actual Death Battle with voice actors, Gon would be voiced by Emily Fajardo, and Yusuke would be voiced by Yuri Lowenthal. Since he has such a bad personality, even the Spirit World was caught by surprise that he would sacrifice himself. Nozomu Sasaki is the Japanese voice of Yusuke Urameshi in Jump Force. [152] Critical reviews focused on the series' attempt at a versatile balance of narrative, character development, and action sequences. Fandom Apps Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Yusuke Urameshi (浦飯 幽助, Urameshi Yūsuke) is the main protagonist of the manga& anime series Yu Yu Hakusho. He has a peach to tan skin complexion and has a skinny but lean, muscular body.He wears a green jumpsuit with gold buttons and black shoes (a substitute for the blue school uniform he should be wearing). Coincidentally, the first name of the Yu Yu Hakusho music artist is Yusuke. [6] Togashi was relieved at the conclusion of the manga. At the Dark Tournament, he wears a red jacket (with yellow tinted cuffs and collar) over a white shirt, along with jeans and white … Yu Yu Hakusho: Ghost Files (TV Series 1992–1995) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Yusuke, alongside Yomi, made a cameo as high school students in the anime Good Luck Girl! [97][98] A CD soundtrack for the second film and a maxi single with the vocal songs of Mawatari and Takahashi have also been published. [77][78][79] The OVAs feature very short clips that take place after the end of the series. Nozomu Sasaki (佐々木 望, Sasaki Nozomu, born January 25, 1967) is a Japanese voice actor and singer.He is represented by the voice actor management firm, 81 Produce, and was previously represented by Arts Vision.In 1988, he voiced the character Tetsuo Shima in the movie Akira, which was adapted from the manga of the same name.He also provided the voice of Yusuke Urameshi … Botan informs Yusuke that his act had caught even the Underworld by surprise and that there was not yet a place made for him in either heaven or hell. [2][3][4] His ghost is greeted by Botan, a woman who introduces herself as the pilot of the River Styx, who ferries souls to the "Underworld" or Spirit World (霊界, Reikai) where they may be judged for the afterlife. ", "Akatsuki no Chikai ~Rising Sun~", "Dead or Alive ~Toushin~", "FIRE", "Kokoro o Tsunaide", "TOUGH", and "Tsukanoma no Sunset". [16][17][18][19] The manga consists of 175 chapters spanning 19 tankōbon with the first one being released on April 10, 1991, and the last one released on December 12, 1994. Nozomu Sasaki is a Japanese voice actor known for voicing Yusuke Urameshi, Johan Liebert, and Mello / Mihael Keehl. ive seen people say that its written from yusukes perspective, and reading over the full lyrics, my heart Does Something [3], Author Yoshihiro Togashi stated that he began working on Yu Yu Hakusho during a period of time around November 1990, though he forgot the exact time. in the Thai Premier League Mickey, Donald and Goofy: The Three Musketeers, https://japaneseanime.fandom.com/wiki/Yusuke_Urameshi?oldid=166607. [104][105][106], On December 16, 2020, it was announced that Yu Yu Hakusho will receive a Japanese live-action series adaptation that will stream on Netflix worldwide, with Netflix contents acquisition director Kazutaka Sakamoto serving as executive producer and Akira Morii producing the series at Robot. Yûsuke Kobayashi, Actor: Dokutaa Sutoon. [104] The hit show garnered a large number of viewers during its run in Japan. that he stopped the production on Yu Yu Hakusho out of selfishness. Voiced most times by Matthew Mercer, Tomokazu Sugita. [28] Viz released all 19 collected volumes of the English manga between May 13, 2003, and March 2, 2010. 1–6): DVD: Yu Yu Hakusho", "Yu Yu Hakusho: The Dark Tournament Saga, Part 2: DVD: Yu Yu Hakusho", "Yu Yu Hakusho: Season One Box Set: Yu Yu Hakusho: Movies & TV", "Yu Yu Hakusho: Season Four Set: Yu Yu Hakusho: Movies & TV", "Yu Yu Hakusho Cast Reunites for New Picture Drama", "Yu Yu Hakusho - The Movie - Poltergeist Report (2002)", The Anime Encyclopedia: A Guide to Japanese Animation Since 1917, "Ask John: Where are the Yu Yu Hakusho OVAs? Yusuke Urameshi reaches Level 30 Legion's Bond - Honor: 15: ATK & DEF of soldiers increase by 15%. Yusuke Urameshi. [36] The episodes were released on 23 video cassettes by Pony Canyon from January 1, 1995, to December 6, 1995. Yusuke is a pretty good judge of character, being instantly unnerved by those with malicious intent and knowing if someone harbors no ill will. 19", "YuYu Hakusho Digital Comics - Comics by comiXology", "Program Changeup at Cartoon Network - Anime News Network", "FUNimation Channel – Weekend Roudup (7/1 – 7/3) The Uber Late Edition", "Yu Yu Hakusho - A szellemfiú | Hungary Animax", "Animations that hit Philippine television", "GMA to spend P40 M on millennium show - Saturday Special", "Yu Yu Hakusho - Spirit Detective - Yusuke Lost, Yusuke Found (Vol. He has a peach to tan skin complexion and has a skinny but lean, muscular body.He wears a green jumpsuit with yellow buttons and black shoes (a substitute for the blue school uniform he should be wearing). Yusuke has also had the bad luck of having to deal with so many cruel and despicable people at such a young age, Iwamoto being among them. 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