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Akane-banashi

TV·2026–present·TV Asahi·Anime·30m·NEW

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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.

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Anna NagaseAnna NagaseAkane Osaki (voice)

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