Genkai

For every strong disciple, there is a great master standing behind them. They instruct, guide and, ultimately, push their disciplies to their limits to achieve their next level of martial prowess. This time, lets step away from the students and focus on the great martial arts instructors in anime.

Although these fictional teachers only exist in the world of anime, we could never deny the fact that we learned just as much from them as did their beloved students. So to pay tribute, let us honor 15 of the most iconic anime teacher characters ever. Class is in session!

Often called the spiritual successor to Dragon Ball Z, Yuu☆Yuu☆Hakusho features many individuals who demonstrate the strength and resolve their character through words just as much as through fighting and other actions.