Akane-banashi
あかね噺
Akane-banashi is a tv anime with 12 listed episodes from Zexcs. Use this page for synopsis, release timing, trailer links, score history, and internal links to its season and genres.
Synopsis
From a young age, Akane Ousaki has always loved to watch her father, Tooru, practice and perform rakugo, a form of traditional Japanese comedic storytelling. Rakugo performers are split into three ranks, with the highest, shinuchi, only granted to the very best performers after they pass a difficult promotion test. When Tooru takes the exam, Akane experiences her father putting on a stellar performance in front of a big crowd and judges, but the strict main judge, Isshou Arakawa, still fails him, forcing him to quit rakugo. Ever since, Akane has been diligently practicing rakugo herself. Now a senior in high school, she coincidentally lands a spot to perform in front of a crowd with the help of Shiguma Arakawa, Tooru's former teacher. Her splendid performance surprises everyone and is just the beginning: Shiguma appoints her as his new apprentice, and with his help, Akane sets out to become a shinuchi in her father's place. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
At a Glance
Type and status
TV · Currently Airing
Season
Spring 2026
Primary studio
Zexcs
Episodes
12
Background
Akane-banashi aired on TV Asahi's IMAnimation block.
Related Anime
Adaptation
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What is Akane-banashi about?
From a young age, Akane Ousaki has always loved to watch her father, Tooru, practice and perform rakugo, a form of traditional Japanese comedic storytelling. Rakugo performers are split into three ranks, with the highest, shinuchi, only granted to the very best performers after t
How many episodes does Akane-banashi have?
Akane-banashi currently lists 12 episodes.
Who worked on Akane-banashi and when did it air?
Akane-banashi is associated with Zexcs and aired Apr 4, 2026 to ?.