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Season 1

12 episodes · 4th April 2026

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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Episode guide

Episodes

01 That Day still That Day Episode 14th April 2026 Young girl Akane Osaki falls in love with rakugo comic storytelling through watching her father perform. One day, a shocking event derails his career. 02 First Performance still First Performance Episode 211th April 2026 Hearing that Master Shiguma is secretly meeting with a young girl, Futatsume Guriko investigates and finds him teaching Akane at a karaoke parlor. 03 Senior Apprentices still Senior Apprentices Episode 319th April 2026 Akane joins Shiguma's school as an apprentice. The earnest Kyoji Arakawa is tasked with guiding her, but she finds herself stuck doing menial chores. 04 Beyond Joy still Beyond Joy Episode 425th April 2026 Akane performs at a nursing home, displaying all she has learned. Kyoji goes next, determined to show her his skill as her elder fellow apprentice. 05 Her Path Forward still Her Path Forward Episode 52nd May 2026 Akane gets career counseling from her teacher Iwashimizu, known as the Ice Lady, who refuses to acknowledge Akane's dream of becoming a Rakugoka. 06 Terakoya still Terakoya Episode 69th May 2026 After learning that Issho will judge the annual student Rakugo championship, Akane gains Shiguma's permission to compete — but on one condition. 07 Karaku Cup still Karaku Cup Episode 716th May 2026 At the Karaku Cup preliminaries, all eyes are on defending champion Karashi and rising voice actor Hikaru Koragi, but Kaisei picks Akane to win. 08 What They Want still What They Want Episode 823rd May 2026 As the Karaku Cup finals begin, Karashi wins over the crowd with his bold adapted Rakugo, but head judge Issho's verdict remains to be seen. 09 Performer still Performer Episode 930th May 2026 At the Karaku Cup finals, Hikaru Koragi performs a sentimental story to prove she is more than just a pretty face. Next, Akane takes the stage. 10 Jugemu still Jugemu Episode 106th June 2026 Akane's performance of "Jugemu" takes a subdued approach, providing a pleasant respite for the spectators caught up in the excitement of the contest. 11 Answer still Answer Episode 1113th June 2026 Following Akane's bold question, the shrewd Issho makes the reporters leave the room, then reveals the truth about the expulsion incident. 12 Graduation still Graduation Episode 1220th June 2026 Akane's Karaku Cup win draws attention at school. As graduation nears, her friends chase their own dreams, and Shiguma ponders a stage name for her.
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Cast & Crew

01 Anna Nagase profile Anna Nagaseas Akane Osaki (voice)
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