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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 13
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 5 h 12 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- January 9, 2016 – April 2, 2016
- Season
- Winter 2016
- Source
- Manga
- Studio
- Studio DEEN
- Director
- Shinichi Omata
- Original creator
- Haruko Kumota
- Music
- Kana Shibue
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 84/100
Estimated watch time
5h 12m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Rakugo100%Acting93%Historical91%Primarily Adult Cast87%Time Skip82%Male Protagonist79%Josei79%Disability70%Meta56%Primarily Male Cast48%
TVFINISHED2016 WINTER8.4 / 10 AniList score
Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju
昭和元禄落語心中• Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu
Synopsis
The story revolves around a mature prisoner who was released on good behavior during Japan's Shouwa Genroku era (1960s to early 1970s). He is called Yotarou by others, a term that means an "anti-hero" or a "dim-witted man." When he returns to society, he starts a new life in rakugo (comic storytelling). Touched by Yakumo's role as the "grim reaper," he asks the master to take him in as an apprentice. Most of the season delves into Yakumo's own past during World War II and the years afterward. (Source: Anime News Network) Note: The first episode aired with a runtime of 48 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode.
Should you watch Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju?
Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju has been very well received, with an average AniList score of 84/100 — 83% of 23,964 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #5 highest-rated anime of 2016, and #41 most popular anime of 2016, and #1 highest-rated anime of Winter 2016 on AniList.
Of the 37.9K AniList users who started it, 5.4% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 29K have finished it.
At about 5 h 12 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Drama — especially rakugo, acting, historical, primarily adult cast.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
13 episodes are listed.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Haruko Kumota
- Director
- Shinichi Omata
- Series composition
- Jun Kumagai
- Character design
- Mieko Hosoi
- Music
- Kana Shibue
Where it fits in the series
- Start here. Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju is the first entry in its story.
- Watch next: Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju (2017)
- Optional extras: Shouwa Genroku Rakugo Shinjuu: Yotarou Hourou-hen
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“Usurahi Shinjuu” by Megumi Hayashibara · eps 3, 5-10, 13
Endings (1)
- ED1“Kawa, Taredoki” · eps 2-9, 11
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju FAQ
How many episodes does Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju have?
Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju has 13 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 5 h 12 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju?
About 5 h 12 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 7 days; at one hour a day, about 6 days.
Is Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju finished?
Yes. Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju has finished airing — the final episode aired April 2, 2016.
Is there a season 2 of Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju?
Yes — the story continues in Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju (2017).
Where do I start Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju?
Start here: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju is the first entry, followed by Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju.
Is Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju based on a manga?
Yes. Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju adapts the manga by Haruko Kumota.
Who animated Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju?
Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju was animated by Studio DEEN and directed by Shinichi Omata.
Who sings the opening of Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju?
The opening, "Usurahi Shinjuu", is performed by Megumi Hayashibara.
Where can I watch Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju?
Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju is listed on Amazon Prime Video. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.