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After having his life put under the spotlight on paper and on screen, Yakumo will once again face the music — literally, this time — in a stage musical adaptation of Haruko Kumota's Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju historical drama manga that was announced today. Longtime Takarazuka Revue director Shuichiro Koike helms the production as director and scriptwriter. Performances will be held at Tokyo's Tokyu Theatre Orb in February-March 2025, Osaka's Festival Hall in March-April 2025 and Fukuoka at an undisclosed date. A poster was unveiled, along with the following cast members (left to right): Sukeroku played by Ikusaburo Yamazaki, reprising his role from the TV drama version Miyokichi played by Rop Asumi Yakumo played by Yuta Furukawa Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju musical cast Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju musical poster Related: 10 Anime About the Drama of Theater Crunchyroll streams both seasons of the acclaimed anime adaptation of Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju , describing the...

If Japanese historical anime have no fans, then I am dead. Jokes aside, am I the only one who believes this subgenre is underappreciated? I’m no historian, but I took a few courses on Japanese history during my university days, so recognizing the time periods, historical events and famous figures helped me understand each of these shows' stories, worlds and characters. Whether it’s your first time with Japanese historical anime or you’re looking for one you haven’t seen yet, here are a few that I feel you should start watching. In This Guide Historical Realism Historical Fantasy Historical Realism The following Japanese historical anime depict specific time periods, events and famous figures with little to no fantasy elements. While not all characters are based on real people and certain actions are exaggerated, these shows, in my opinion, would fall under realism. 1. The Elusive Samurai The newest...

Viewers, especially those who live in America, know that Rick and Morty is relentless. Not only does the hit adult cartoon's intergalactic storytelling often feature warp-speed pacing, but as an intellectual property, Adult Swims sci-fi comedy has permeated American pop culture and head-shops alike without interruption since its 2013 debut. It's arguably one of the most definitive and impactful adult cartoons to come out in the last decade. Rick and Morty is so beloved that it even outlasted co-creator/star voice actor Justin Roilands ousting as a sexual and physical abuser, continuing unflinchingly after his removal from the show.

With video games, comic books, tie-in Dungeons and Dragons modules, and a never-ending stream of merchandise already under its belt, Rick and Morty now aims to add anime to its credit with the aptly titled Rick and Morty: The Anime and its debut episode, "The Girl Who Manipulates Time." Despite some glitches in the multiverse,...

Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju is a love letter to rakugo that showcased the beauty and dedication required to master the traditional art form. Bon and Shin's lifelong bond is the heart of the anime. Their complex relationship evolved amidst comedic and sentimental rakugo performances. While Miyokichi's role added a love triangle dynamic, it was the enduring bond between Bon and Shin that elevated the anime beyond a simple romance.

With over 400 years of history, rakugo is a form of traditional Japanese theater where one storyteller, alone on the stage. They performed a story, usually comedic in tone and content, while kneeling down for the entirety of it. As an old art form, rakugo is not particularly popular – most Japanese people have never seen it. Yet, Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju, the 2016 anime by Studio Deen that has rakugo at its heart, surprisingly rose to popularity. Based...