Akane-banashi (2026)

Animation · Comedy · Drama

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.

IMDb rating: 7.7 (614 votes)
Episode average: 8.1 +0.4 vs IMDb
Seasons: 1
Streaming (US): Netflix
Language: JA
Type: TV series

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Ratings refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · 1 season indexed

Cast

Anna Nagase Akane Osaki (voice)

Seasons

Season 1 (2026)

8.13 avg 12 episodes 8.4 → 8.5 25 min avg

Rollercoaster

Season 1 episodes - IMDb ratings
#	Title	Rating	Votes
1	Ano Hi	8.4	241
2	Hatsu Kôza	7.9	180
3	Anideshi	7.7	159
4	Yorokobi no Saki	7.8	153
5	Susumu Michi	8.0	143
6	Terakoya	7.8	131
7	Karaku Hai	8.2	127
8	Needs	7.7	117
9	Hyôgensha	8.2	108
10	Jugemu	9.1	161
11	Kotae	8.3	103
12	Sotsugyô	8.5	104