Akane-banashi

あかね噺

Synopsis

<i>"With only your voice and body—master the art."</i><br><br> 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).<br><br> 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.<br><br> A passionate and authentic rakugo drama begins now! <br><br> (Source: tv asahi, edited)