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Akane-banashi

"And so, here begins a story."

2026- 2026

2 Seasons

12 Episodes

8.0(27 votes)

Returning Series

Animation

Drama

Overview

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.

Where to Watch

Stream

Netflix

Links & Resources

Website IMDbView

Social & External

Production Companies

ZEXCS

TV Asahi

Aniplex

Shueisha

ABEMA

TV Asahi Music

BS Asahi

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

1 featured cast member

Starring

Anna Nagase

Anna Nagase

Akane Osaki (voice)

Creative team

Showrunner: Hiroshi Yanai
Masami Niwa
Produced by: Kazuki Endo
Go Wakabayashi

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