[Final] Akane-banashi Episode 12 Story & Preview Cuts Released: Reflecting on the Past as High School Graduation Approaches

The story and preview images for Episode 12 of the TV anime Akane-banashi (JP: あかね噺) have been revealed. This episode will air on Saturday, June 20 at 11:30 PM (JST), and will later be available on various international streaming platforms.

Episode 12 Story

Following her victory at the Karaku Cup, Akane becomes the center of attention at her high school. However, Akane harbors complex feelings, sensing that she did not perform well enough to truly impress Issho. Meanwhile, high school graduation day draws near. Inspired by Akane's success, her friends begin pursuing their own respective dreams. On the other hand, Shiguma ponders what kind of stage name to bestow upon Akane, whose official apprenticeship will begin after her graduation. At the same time, Akane reflects on the origin of her own name and thinks deeply about her father, Shinta.

Introduction

"Reach the pinnacle of art with nothing but your own body—

Since childhood, Akane Osaki grew up watching the back of her storyteller father, Shinta Arakawa. Enchanted by the magic of his rakugo, she witnessed a shocking incident during the most important performance of his career—the stage where he staked everything on his promotion to shin'uchi.

Six years later—Akane has become a high schooler, charging forward with a single-minded goal: to reach the highest rank in the rakugo world, the ""Shin'uchi"".

A true-to-life rakugo story, where storytellers hone their skills and clash at the absolute height of the narrative arts—begins here!! "

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Source : Akane-banashi Official