Akane-banashi

Akane-banashi, launched in 2025 by Loewe, is a fresh comic series that follows its protagonist into the competitive world of rakugo, a traditional Japanese comedic storytelling performance. With only one issue released so far, it marks the beginning of a promising narrative centered on passion and artistic rivalry. Associated with the publisher Loewe, the series introduces readers to a niche cultural art form through a modern comic lens.