Akane-banashi Episode 1: On That Day
Manga chapter 1-3
Canon/HIGH
OSHIMETER
9.3
29 Fans
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OSHIMETER
9.3
29 Fans
5
4
3
2
1
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
haikal17198
VerifiedThe storyline was very unique. It felt more like art and creative. It quite heavy for viewers who want something straightforward. We only got emotional, intense moments from the stage scene, but the ending was kinda sad. Watch if you like art, skip if you can’t handle heavy, mind-bending plots.
kayla
VerifiedBagusss
melypaz
VerifiedTodavía recuerdo la impresión que me dejó el primer capítulo del manga, ¡y este episodio replicó a la perfección el impacto que me causó! Todos los personajes son tal como los imaginaba, especialmente Akane. ¡Imperdible!
daxyhn13
VerifiedAlthough I had known about several anime related to the art of rakugo before, this is my first time actually watching one, so I was able to experience and learn about the art from a beginner’s perspective. I enjoy watching stories that focus on niche industries. As for the anime
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedIt's giving Chihayafuru vibes but the quality is so much better! Love it when an anime's premise is about showing Japanese culture to the world. I'd eat this up any day
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThe storytelling is amazing. The atmosphere and colors really get you hyped. Akane is looking to be a strong character. Excited to see how she presents herself soon~
hellozaworldo
VerifiedJumping into this without knowing a thing about Rakugo, but the way this episode explains things is very easy to understand. And they did it in a way that keeps you hooked too 😮 can't wait to dive deeper
keima
VerifiedI don’t really know much about rakugo, but I get the core of episode 1, the father was putting his whole heart into his performance, pouring all his feelings out for his family 🥺✨
gorlock332
VerifiedGreat first episode! You can see where the MC gets her personality from, definitely. The "slice of life" element was executed really well, making it feel realistic and wholesome at the same time. An amazing balance for this story!
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedSuch an unfair result on the exam; maybe Akane will find out why he chose that result in the future when she takes it for herself. However, it felt really unjust. The audience could empathize with Shinta due to the buildup before the exam with his preparation.
eatingsocks
VerifiedThis episode gave such a strong introduction to both our main character and the world around her! Akane's ambition, coupled with her unwavering passion, make her very admirable and fun to watch at the same time.
dialga
The father-daughter dynamic in this show is already incredibly strong. You really feel Akane's love for her dad's art and how devastated she is when his dream falls apart. It's a great setup for her personal journey and I'm excited to see where it goes from here
professor_birch
This episode surprised me. I wasn't expecting such an emotional punch right at the start and Akane's determination is really something to behold, it makes me want to keep watching
jolyne_cujoh
The scene with Akane reading her essay to her sleeping dad broke me. It was such a sweet moment and you can tell how much she looks up to him
kuroneko_42
I appreciate how the episode explains the rakugo terms without making it feel like a lecture and it really makes you understand the stakes of the test
fubuki_blizzard_119
It's so interesting to learn about rakugo. I had no idea it was such a powerful art form and the way the anime visualizes it is just fantastic
alan_stuart
The way they showed the rakugo performance was incredible. I actually felt like I was in the audience. That's some impressive animation
cere_cere_388
The whole 'death' of Shinta was a clever twist. It definitely pulled you in and made you wonder what was going on. I like that they explained it pretty quickly
rolo_lamperouge
I couldn't believe what happened to Akane's dad. My heart really went out to him when he was disqualified. It was unfair.
isa
Akane's motivation feels so real and compelling. I am totally rooting for her to succeed and carry on her father's legacy
EPISODE CONTEXT
As the series premiere, this episode functions as a prologue — establishing the emotional foundation and central motivation that will drive Akane throughout the entire narrative. Everything here is backstory by design, building the tragedy and determination that fuel her journey forward. Expect the timeline to leap ahead from this childhood-set opener into Akane's active pursuit of rakugo mastery.
READTHROUGH
QUICK TAKES
haikal17198
VerifiedThe storyline was very unique. It felt more like art and creative. It quite heavy for viewers who want something straightforward. We only got emotional, intense moments from the stage scene, but the ending was kinda sad. Watch if you like art, skip if you can’t handle heavy, mind-bending plots.
kayla
VerifiedBagusss
melypaz
VerifiedTodavía recuerdo la impresión que me dejó el primer capítulo del manga, ¡y este episodio replicó a la perfección el impacto que me causó! Todos los personajes son tal como los imaginaba, especialmente Akane. ¡Imperdible!
daxyhn13
VerifiedAlthough I had known about several anime related to the art of rakugo before, this is my first time actually watching one, so I was able to experience and learn about the art from a beginner’s perspective. I enjoy watching stories that focus on niche industries. As for the anime
b4kasamaaaaa
VerifiedIt's giving Chihayafuru vibes but the quality is so much better! Love it when an anime's premise is about showing Japanese culture to the world. I'd eat this up any day
uncultured_bovine
VerifiedThe storytelling is amazing. The atmosphere and colors really get you hyped. Akane is looking to be a strong character. Excited to see how she presents herself soon~
hellozaworldo
VerifiedJumping into this without knowing a thing about Rakugo, but the way this episode explains things is very easy to understand. And they did it in a way that keeps you hooked too 😮 can't wait to dive deeper
keima
VerifiedI don’t really know much about rakugo, but I get the core of episode 1, the father was putting his whole heart into his performance, pouring all his feelings out for his family 🥺✨
gorlock332
VerifiedGreat first episode! You can see where the MC gets her personality from, definitely. The "slice of life" element was executed really well, making it feel realistic and wholesome at the same time. An amazing balance for this story!
mustardsprinkles
VerifiedSuch an unfair result on the exam; maybe Akane will find out why he chose that result in the future when she takes it for herself. However, it felt really unjust. The audience could empathize with Shinta due to the buildup before the exam with his preparation.
eatingsocks
VerifiedThis episode gave such a strong introduction to both our main character and the world around her! Akane's ambition, coupled with her unwavering passion, make her very admirable and fun to watch at the same time.
dialga
The father-daughter dynamic in this show is already incredibly strong. You really feel Akane's love for her dad's art and how devastated she is when his dream falls apart. It's a great setup for her personal journey and I'm excited to see where it goes from here
professor_birch
This episode surprised me. I wasn't expecting such an emotional punch right at the start and Akane's determination is really something to behold, it makes me want to keep watching
jolyne_cujoh
The scene with Akane reading her essay to her sleeping dad broke me. It was such a sweet moment and you can tell how much she looks up to him
kuroneko_42
I appreciate how the episode explains the rakugo terms without making it feel like a lecture and it really makes you understand the stakes of the test
fubuki_blizzard_119
It's so interesting to learn about rakugo. I had no idea it was such a powerful art form and the way the anime visualizes it is just fantastic
alan_stuart
The way they showed the rakugo performance was incredible. I actually felt like I was in the audience. That's some impressive animation
cere_cere_388
The whole 'death' of Shinta was a clever twist. It definitely pulled you in and made you wonder what was going on. I like that they explained it pretty quickly
rolo_lamperouge
I couldn't believe what happened to Akane's dad. My heart really went out to him when he was disqualified. It was unfair.
isa
Akane's motivation feels so real and compelling. I am totally rooting for her to succeed and carry on her father's legacy
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