Watch Akane-banashi

2026
1 Season

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

Akane-banashi is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between April 4, 2026 and on

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12. Episode 12

June 20, 2026

Akane'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.

11. Episode 11

June 13, 2026

10. Episode 10

June 6, 2026

9. Episode 9

May 30, 2026

8. What They Want

May 23, 2026

7. Karaku Cup

May 16, 2026

6. Terakoya

May 9, 2026

5. Her Path Forward

May 2, 2026

4. Beyond Joy

April 25, 2026

3. Senior Apprentices

April 18, 2026

2. First Performance

April 11, 2026

1. On That Day

April 4, 2026

Young girl Akane Osaki falls in love with rakugo comic storytelling through watching her father perform. One day, a shocking event derails his career.

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