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Akane-banashi (2026)

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As of 2026-09-11, in United States: Akane-banashi streams on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.

TV-PG · 2026 · Returning Series · 2 seasons · 12 episodes

TMDB 8.0 · 27 votes

And so, here begins a story.

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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Streaming in 6 of 6 tracked countries as of 2026-09-11.

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Season 1

75% · 2026 · 12 Episodes

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.

Graduation (1x12, 20 June 2026)

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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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Where can I watch Akane-banashi in United States?
As of 2026-09-11, in United States: Akane-banashi streams on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
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Where can I watch Akane-banashi in United Kingdom?
Licensed apps in United Kingdom: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
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Where can I watch Akane-banashi in Germany?
Licensed apps in Germany: Amazon Video, Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Aniverse Amazon Channel.
Where can I watch Akane-banashi in Brazil?
Licensed apps in Brazil: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
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