Akane-banashi
Viz · 2023–present · 16 issues
About the series
A young woman, Akane, storms the insular world of rakugo, a traditional Japanese performance art, determined to avenge her father's expulsion from the profession. Written by Yuki Suenaga with art by Takamasa Moue, this ongoing series from Viz Media offers a deeply researched and emotionally charged look at the craft of comedic storytelling, blending fierce ambition with the meticulous artistry of a centuries-old stage tradition.
