The highly anticipated major franchise, “Akane-banashi,” which has been captivating readers since its debut in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in 2022, is set to make its anime debut soon. This hidden gem by Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Moue, that delves into the art of rakugo, will expand its fanbase as it prepares for its own anime adaptation slated for next year.
This month, the story “Akane-banashi” announced its upcoming anime adaptation, which was further highlighted during the Anime NYC 2025 weekend. Although not much fresh information about the project was unveiled due to it being recently confirmed, fans can look forward to additional details about the anime at Shueisha’s Jump Festa 2026 event, scheduled for later this December, along with other significant announcements from their various franchises.
What’s Next for Akane-banashi?
The story “Akane-banashi” is set to reveal fresh news during Jump Festa 2026, happening in Japan from December 20-21. This annual event by Shueisha is their most significant of the year, not only providing updates on their ongoing manga series but also offering insights into the future of many anime projects. Given that “Akane-banashi” anime is scheduled to air sometime next year, this gathering will serve as an excellent platform to unveil further details about the project such as voice actors or additional promotional materials. There’s a chance we may even get a sneak peek at a fuller trailer, depending on when exactly the anime is set to debut in 2026.
So far, it’s known that Ayumu Watanabe will direct the upcoming anime “Akane-banashi,” produced by studio ZEXCS. Yu Harima will assist in directing, while Kii Tanaka will handle character designs and serve as chief animation director. Michihiro Tsuchiya will be in charge of scriptwriting for the new anime, with Kikuhiko Hayashiya overseeing its rakugo, and Akio Izutsu composing the music. The initial voice cast additions for this anime include Anna Nagase as Akane Osaki, Takuya Eguchi as Karashi Nerimaya, and Rie Takahashi as Hikaru Koragi.
What Is Akane-banashi About?
Developed by Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Moue in 2022, the manga Akane-banashi has quietly gained popularity within Shonen Jump. The series boasts a dedicated fanbase, particularly due to its compelling protagonist, and has just finished a three-year timeskip with its current arc. However, it’s expected that the manga will draw even more attention from audiences worldwide with a successful anime adaptation. Since its narrative revolves around rakugo (a traditional Japanese storytelling art) that emphasizes sound and visual elements, viewers are eager to witness how this unique tale unfolds in an animated format.
TV Asahi previews the anime “Akane-banashi” like this: “With just your voice and physicality, learn to perfection. Akane Osaki, enchanted since her youth by the mesmerizing acts of her father, Shinta Arakawa, is stunned by a startling event during his climactic performance intended for master promotion. Six years have passed, and now a high school student, she aspires to become a shin’uchi herself, challenging herself in the rigorous rakugo world.” A captivating and genuine rakugo story unfolds hereon!
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2025-08-24 19:43