Akane-banashi

“And so, here begins a story.”

★ 8.4· 2026· 1 Season· 12 EpisodesTV-PG

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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: 4/4/2026

Languages: Japanese

Type: Scripted

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Networks:

tv asahi

Nagoya TV

KBC

ABC TV

NCC

OAB

ABA

Niigata Television Network 21

khb

KFB

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Cast

Anna Nagase

Akane Osaki (voice)

Anna Nagase

Akane Osaki (voice)

Seasons

Season 1

2026· 12 episodes· ★ 7.5

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.