The official website hokuto-anime.com revealed today two new voices joining the cast of the anime Hokuto no Ken – Fist of the North Star 2026 for the ongoing Jackal arc: Nara Tetsu as Fox, Jackal’s right-hand man, and Dōsaka Kōzō as Hawk, one of his subordinates. Two official comments accompany the announcement, translated below.
Fox (フォックス) is presented as the right-hand man of Jackal. A chilling and sadistic character, he is the one who suggests to his leader that they hang the orphans one by one in front of Toyo to make her suffer. His calculating coldness makes him the worthy lieutenant of a cowardly antagonist, and his role proves essential in pushing the cruelty of the arc to its peak.
The role is entrusted to Nara Tetsu, an experienced voice actor who delivers a comment filled with the passion of a long-time fan.
Comment from Nara Tetsu
About the project: Hokuto no Ken. It’s Hokuto no Ken, can you believe it! I had been reading it every week since the beginning of the serialization. I eagerly awaited each chapter. Of course, I also reread the tankobons many times over. That I, a mere passionate reader, could participate in the Hokuto no Ken anime in the Reiwa era is a blessing for which I am deeply grateful. There’s no need for lengthy words: it is an immense joy to be able to take part in it. To longtime readers and newcomers alike, I invite you to fully enjoy this new Hokuto no Ken. Thank you in advance, Hyahhâââ!!
His favorite line: “What color is your blood?!” (てめえらの血はなに色だーーーっ！！)
His favorite character: Tough question… I love both Jagi and Shu, I have a soft spot for Hyui and Shuren, and at the time I’m answering this questionnaire, it would be Rei. But also, and this might be off-topic: Kokuoh-go, the horse of Raoh.
His encounter with Hokuto no Ken: When I was in elementary school. I had been reading the manga since the very beginning of the serialization. To be honest, I even remember finding it “a little scary” at the very start. But as the chapters went on, I was drawn deeper and deeper into the work.
What it takes to survive in the post-apocalyptic era: Something exceptional, something that goes beyond the norm.
Hawk, the hesitant subordinate, Dōsaka Kōzō
Hawk (ホーク) is one of Jackal’s subordinates. A seemingly minor character, he gets a memorable scene in episode 9: cornered by Kenshiro, he tries to betray his leader to save his own skin, in a sequence that reveals the collective cowardice of the gang. He is one of those charismatic zakos that the world of Hokuto no Ken excels at portraying, despite their limited screen time.
The role is entrusted to Dōsaka Kōzō, whose moving comment reveals a professional dream come true.
Comment from Dōsaka Kōzō
About the project: I loved Hokuto no Ken even before I wanted to become a voice actor, and ever since I chose this profession, I considered it “a work in which I absolutely wanted to appear someday.” The visuals are stunning, the voice actors involved are all top figures in the industry, and being able to participate even for just one episode, while also receiving the name of a role, Hawk, is an immense joy. The scene where Hawk, hunted by Kenshiro, tries to betray his terrifying leader Jackal had me so tense that I was trembling while holding the script. Hawk is not a “rival” (tomo, 強敵), but I hope you will also watch the way he dies.
His favorite line: When I was in my twenties, it was the King of Fists’: “I have no regrets in this life!” When I decided to become a voice actor, people around me said “a guy like you could never make it,” and I almost gave up. But it was this line that gave me the courage to dive into this path, telling myself I wanted to become a man without regrets. Today, it’s Toki’s: “Hmpf… but I’m still alive.” As I’ve gotten older and started feeling physical fatigue set in, I cling to that line to keep going (laughs).
His favorite character: It changes depending on the day. When I want to give myself courage, it’s the King of Fists. When I want to be a dignified adult, it’s Toki. When I’m nursing a broken heart, it’s the Holy Emperor (“For love, a human must be willing to hurt themselves… then there’s no need for love!”) 😭. And when I’m having a drink, it’s the zakos screaming “Hyahhâ!” The world of Hokuto is full of characters I adore.
His encounter with Hokuto no Ken: I read Hokuto no Ken in depth for the first time in middle school, at a friend’s house who had the tankobons. When I came across it, I thought: “This is so cool! What is this?!” and I devoured every volume at his place (sorry buddy 🙇♂️).
What it takes to survive in the post-apocalyptic era: For better or worse, I think it’s TOUGH-ness, that ability to survive no matter what. Kenshiro himself came back stronger after his defeat against Shin. Even the villains, without approving of them, have that survival tenacity. Everyone is a “TOUGH BOY.” (TOUGH BOY is a true classic, by the way 😉)
The Jackal arc expands toward its climax
With the arrival of Fox and Hawk, the Jackal arc presented in our preview of episode 9 now has all its dramatic elements in place. The scene of the attack on Toyo’s village, one of the most heartbreaking passages in the original manga, will reach its full impact thanks to these new voices.
AI-assisted translation This page was translated from the original French using AI, with human review. Some wording may be imperfect. Read the original French version
