Kaisei appears,bearing fascinating news for Akane.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2024
Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Urara suggests she tell? Then,Kaisei appears,bearing fascinating news for Akane…

Akane Takes on the World of Rakugo to Avenge Her Father!

Akane begins training with rakugo master Urara in preparation for the upcoming Rokumeikai, an event where each participant must perform a newly learned story. If she doesn't master a new story in the limited time left until the event, she won't be allowed to perform! What sort of hint will help Akane depict a bewitching courtesan in the tale Urara suggests she tell? Then, Kaisei appears, bearing fascinating news for Akane…

Akane's Journey Begins

Akane begins her journey to avenge her father by learning rakugo, a traditional Japanese storytelling art form. She meets Urara, a rakugo master who is known for her captivating performances and her ability to bring stories to life. Urara takes Akane under her wing and begins teaching her the basics of rakugo, including the use of gestures, facial expressions, and vocal tones. Akane is eager to learn and quickly becomes fascinated by the art form. She spends hours practicing and studying, trying to perfect her skills.

The Rokumeikai Event

The Rokumeikai event is a prestigious rakugo competition that takes place every year in Japan. It is a chance for rakugo performers to showcase their skills and compete against each other. Akane is determined to participate in the event and to perform a new story that she has learned. However, she realizes that she has a lot to learn and that she needs to work hard to master her skills.

Urara's Suggestion

Urara suggests that Akane tell a story about a bewitching courtesan. She explains that courtesans were women who were trained in the arts of seduction and entertainment and who were often employed by wealthy men. Akane is intrigued by the idea and begins to research the topic. She discovers that courtesans were often known for their beauty, charm, and wit and that they were able to manipulate men to their advantage.

Akane's Struggle

Akane struggles to depict a bewitching courtesan in her story. She finds it difficult to convey the courtesan's beauty and charm and to make her seem like a real person. She tries to use her own experiences and emotions to help her portray the character, but she finds that it is not enough. She begins to feel frustrated and discouraged.

Kaisei's Appearance

Kaisei appears at the training session and brings with him fascinating news for Akane. He has discovered a new story that he believes would be perfect for Akane to perform at the Rokumeikai event. The story is about a young woman who is forced to become a courtesan and who struggles to find her place in the world. Akane is excited to learn the story and begins to practice it immediately.

Akane's Performance

Akane's performance at the Rokumeikai event is a success. She captivates the audience with her storytelling skills and her ability to bring the story to life. The judges are impressed by her performance and award her the top prize. Akane is overjoyed and feels that she has finally avenged her father.

Conclusion

Akane's journey to avenge her father by learning rakugo has been a challenging one, but she has succeeded. She has learned the art form and has performed a new story that has been well-received by the audience. She has also learned that she can use her own experiences and emotions to help her portray characters and that she should never give up on her dreams.

Weight: 196g
Dimension: 190 x 127 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781974745753