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Synopsis

“And so, here begins a story.”

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.

Episodes

Season 1

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1. That DayNow viewing2026-04-0425m7.5Young girl Akane Osaki falls in love with rakugo comic storytelling through watching her father perform. One day, a shocking event derails his career.
2. First Performance2026-04-1125m7.8Hearing that Master Shiguma is secretly meeting with a young girl, Futatsume Guriko investigates and finds him teaching Akane at a karaoke parlor.
3. Senior Apprentices2026-04-1925m7.7Akane joins Shiguma's school as an apprentice. The earnest Kyoji Arakawa is tasked with guiding her, but she finds herself stuck doing menial chores.
4. Beyond Joy2026-04-2525m7.5Akane performs at a nursing home, displaying all she has learned. Kyoji goes next, determined to show her his skill as her elder fellow apprentice.
5. Her Path Forward2026-05-0225m7.5Akane gets career counseling from her teacher Iwashimizu, known as the Ice Lady, who refuses to acknowledge Akane's dream of becoming a Rakugoka.
6. Terakoya2026-05-0925m7.0After learning that Issho will judge the annual student Rakugo championship, Akane gains Shiguma's permission to compete — but on one condition.
7. Karaku Cup2026-05-1625m7.8At the Karaku Cup preliminaries, all eyes are on defending champion Karashi and rising voice actor Hikaru Koragi, but Kaisei picks Akane to win.
8. What They Want2026-05-2325m6.3As the Karaku Cup finals begin, Karashi wins over the crowd with his bold adapted Rakugo, but head judge Issho's verdict remains to be seen.
9. Performer2026-05-3025m7.5At the Karaku Cup finals, Hikaru Koragi performs a sentimental story to prove she is more than just a pretty face. Next, Akane takes the stage.
10. Jugemu2026-06-0625m8.0Akane's performance of "Jugemu" takes a subdued approach, providing a pleasant respite for the spectators caught up in the excitement of the contest.
11. Answer2026-06-1325m8.0Following Akane's bold question, the shrewd Issho makes the reporters leave the room, then reveals the truth about the expulsion incident.
12. Graduation2026-06-2025m8.0Akane's Karaku Cup win draws attention at school. As graduation nears, her friends chase their own dreams, and Shiguma ponders a stage name for her.

Cast

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Anna Nagase
Akane Osaki (voice)

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FAQ

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Is Akane-banashi available to watch online?

Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.

How many seasons does Akane-banashi have?

Akane-banashi has 2 seasons and 12 episodes.

When did Akane-banashi first air?

Akane-banashi first aired in 2026.

Is Akane-banashi still running?

Yes, Akane-banashi is an ongoing series.

What genre is Akane-banashi?

Akane-banashi is classified as Animation, Drama.