Akane-banashi

Akane-banashi

Japanese · あかね噺

Created by Ayumu Watanabe

2026–present

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As a child, Akane witnesses a shocking event during her father's career-defining show. Now in high school, she vows to reach the art's highest rank.

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First aired: 4 Apr 2026
Episode length: 25 min
Also known as: 朱音落语, Tales of Akane, Akane Story
Country: Japan
Language: Japanese
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Seasons · 12 episodes

Season 1
2026
Akane Osaki, captivated since childhood by the magical performances of her father, Shinta Arakawa, witnesses a shocking incident during his decisive performance for promotion to shin'uchi (master rank). Six years later, now a high school student, she sets her sights on becoming a shin'uchi herself—pushing forward in the highly competitive world of rakugo.