Series

Akane-banashi

“And so, here begins a story.”

★ 8.4(9)20261 season

Akane-banashi is streaming on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu, Netflix Standard with Ads, Anime Times Amazon Channel, dAnime Amazon Channel, TELESA Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and FOD in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 11 June 2026.

Where to watch Akane-banashi

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Good to know

Release date: 2026-04-04
Language: Japanese
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 12
Network: tv asahi, Nagoya TV, KBC, ABC TV, NCC, OAB, ABA, Niigata Television Network 21, khb, KFB, HOME, KSB, Kagoshima Broadcasting, Iwate Asahi TV, Akita Asahi Broadcasting, Yamagata Television System, Shizuoka Asahi TV, Asahi Broadcasting Nagano, Hokuriku Asahi Broadcasting, Ehime Asahi TV, Yamaguchi Asahi Broadcasting, Kumamoto Asahi Broadcasting, Ryu-Q Asahi Broadcasting
Status: Returning Series
Country: Japan
Studio: ZEXCS

Akane-banashi — trailer

About Akane-banashi

Akane-banashi is a 2026 web series in the Animation and Drama genres, starring Anna Nagase. It spans 1 season and 12 episodes, and originally aired on tv asahi, Nagoya TV, KBC, ABC TV, NCC, OAB, ABA, Niigata Television Network 21, khb, KFB, HOME, KSB, Kagoshima Broadcasting, Iwate Asahi TV, Akita Asahi Broadcasting, Yamagata Television System, Shizuoka Asahi TV, Asahi Broadcasting Nagano, Hokuriku Asahi Broadcasting, Ehime Asahi TV, Yamaguchi Asahi Broadcasting, Kumamoto Asahi Broadcasting and Ryu-Q Asahi Broadcasting. It holds an average rating of 8.4/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Akane-banashi in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Seasons (1)

Season 112 eps · 2026

Cast

Anna Nagase

Akane Osaki (voice)

Themes & keywords

based on mangahigh school studentshounenrakugoanimeperforming artshigh school girl

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Akane-banashi in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream Akane-banashi on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu, Netflix Standard with Ads, Anime Times Amazon Channel, dAnime Amazon Channel, TELESA Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and FOD. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is Akane-banashi on Netflix?+

Yes — Akane-banashi is available to stream on Netflix in Japan.

How many seasons of Akane-banashi are there?+

Akane-banashi has 1 season and 12 episodes in total.

Who stars in Akane-banashi?+

Akane-banashi stars Anna Nagase.

When did Akane-banashi come out?+

Akane-banashi is a 2026 web series.

What genre is Akane-banashi?+

Akane-banashi is Animation and Drama series.