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Akane-banashi
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"With only your voice and body—master the art." Akane Ousaki, 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. A passionate and authentic rakugo drama begins now! (Source: TV Asahi, edited)
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Episode air dates
Episode 1 PREMIERESat, Apr 4, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 2Sat, Apr 11, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 3Sat, Apr 18, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 4Sat, Apr 25, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 5Sat, May 2, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 6Sat, May 9, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 7Sat, May 16, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 8Sat, May 23, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 9Sat, May 30, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 10Sat, Jun 6, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 11Sat, Jun 13, 2:30 PM UTC
Episode 12 🏁 FINALESat, Jun 20, 2:30 PM UTC